Shima Onsen
Gunma
Hot Spring
Shima Onsen in Gunma Prefecture is a quiet, historic hot spring town famous for its traditional architecture and iconic red bridge that inspired Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away. The area also features Lake Okushima, renowned for its vibrant 'Shima Blue' water, scenic dam wall, seasonal flowers, and outdoor recreation options.
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- Visit the iconic red bridge and bathhouses that inspired Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away.
- Rent a bicycle or walk the 4km perimeter trail around Lake Okushima.
- Go canoeing on the lake to closely admire the Rayleigh scattering 'Shima Blue' phenomenon.
- Combine your hot spring visit with a stop to see the nearby natural potholes.
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