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A Legacy of Healing

Since the Edo period(1603–1867), Chichibu has been a beloved destination for travelers. Specifically,

these waters served as a gentle sanctuary for weary pilgrims walking the sacred 34Kannon Pilgrimage. The mineral-rich waters not only warm the body from its corebut are known to beautify the skin and soothe aching joints and muscles after a longjourney.

The Seven Sacred Springs ＆ The Art of "Kosen"

Chichibu’s hot spring heritage spans over 1,200 years, deeply rooted in thelegends of the "Seven Springs".

These include Yakushi-no-Yu, discovered over amillennium ago; Araki-no-Yu, guided by deities and protected by a single family fornine generations; and Hato-no-Yu, where two mysterious doves led a woundedsoldier to healing. Interestingly,

Chichibu’s waters possess a unique characteristic:they are naturally cold, mineral-rich waters known as Kosen. To ensure perfectcomfort,

these pure waters are carefully heated to around 45°C before reachingyour bath, maintaining their exceptional healing properties.

The "Tenchi" Effect: Awakening the Five Senses

The true magic of a Chichibu retreat goes beyond the minerals in the water.

Itlies in the "Tenchi Effect"—a psychological and physical reset triggered by escapingyour daily routine and immersing yourself in a completely new environment. Just an80-minute journey from Tokyo, stepping into the serene nature of Chichibu
stimulates all five senses, providing the ultimate mindfulness experience.