Fuji Yurari Onsen - An outdoor hot spring in Yamanashi, Chubu

I love Japanese Onsen and wanted for my boys (age 7-10) to try. It was part of the day trip after we visited Mount Fuji 5th station in the morning. We had a sukiyaki lunch, with bowls of rice delivered by a miniature steam locomotive. After the lunch, we explored the onsen for about an hour. There was allocated locker for me to put my belongings, and I was offered a big plus a small towel. The onsen consisted of two floors; first floor was the public bath and indoor and outdoor onsen while lower floor - cave, aromatherapy, steam room and natural outdoor. After my bath, I had time to explore both floors. I loved the outdoor onsen facing Mt Fuji. You don't get this view if you book the private room. My kids enjoyed too with their dad, despite their dad joked that he didn't have much zen time.

After paying the entrance fee, you can enjoy unlimited access to the onsen. Additionally, you can dine at the restaurant or unwind in the relaxation zone. For extra privacy, a private room with Mt. Fuji view is available for 2,800 yen per hour. Don't forget to bring some coins to get a bottle of milk from the vending machine. It's a charming and traditional custom.

The onsen bathing experience here is very diverse, with a panoramic bathing view of Mount Fuji that is truly beautiful. The hot steam rising from the mineral spring really brings a completely relaxing and comfortable feeling.