The Devil's hot spring: A different onsen experience awaits in Kinugawa

Fri, 10/28/2011 - 04:55 — Anonymous As temperatures nosedive toward winter,
it's an unusual Tokyoite who's not thinking about weekend hot spring
escapes. But if the over-visited Hakone is sounding a little too ho-hum and
nearby Atami's been done, then why not head north to Tochigi and the quirky
hamlet of Kinugawa Onsen? Devil of a time Kinugawa Onsen sits atop the rocky
banks of the Kinugawa River, which is usually translated as "Angry Demon
River." As you might imagine from the name, the waters are lively, and
taking traditional wooden boats out into the rapids is a popular activity for
visitors. All the boats have vinyl sheeting attached to the sides so riders
can shield themselves from the spray, so don't worry about getting soaked.
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