Special experiences and special excitement in Noboribetsu!

　Noboribetsu Onsen Hot Spring Festival is held every February 3rd and 4th, and it is one of a kind festival inherited longer than half a century to wish for the eternity of the abundant hot mineral water in the top-rated hot spring resort and appreciate the health efficacies.

　“Yukake-gassen” is the highlight and the finale of two-day festival. In the battle, two teams, the Reds and the Whites, splash our boasting hot spring water to enemy troopers. The victory of the Reds means that the hot spring temperature is going up and the victory of the Whites does that the amount of the hot spring is increasing…. In either way, the winner will bring prosperities to Noboribetsu Onsen! Don’t miss the enthusiastic moments and let’s get excited together!

【HIGHLIGHTS】

  • You will get to know about deep inside of Nobribetsu Onsen understanding the background of the festival such as the wishes for the prosperities and appreciation to the hot water. 
  • Spending time with local people will bring you more memorable time than just sightseeings 
  • You are not required of Japanese proficiency, but only in good shape to bear the activities almost in naked in one of the coldest nights getting soaked in lukewarm water. 
  • Language supports and attendants will guide you from the beginning to the end.
  • Supper will be a rice ball and pork soup of typical Japanese home meals.
  • You are supposed to put on a set of traditonal festive uniforms(headband, loincloth, tabi socks), even many Japanese haven’t experienced(Staff will help to put on those clothes). 
  • We are going to take a group photo and send you later. Why don’t you show it off to your family and friends who will find you cool.
  • Please fill up quick questionnaires after the event. You will get some special souvenirs.
  • Usually only local people are allowed to participate in, and this year the door is open for visitors from overseas. It’s now or never opportunity!
  • Participation in the battle wishing for the prosperities and peaceful year as well as appreciating for the precious hot water will give you a chance of exceptional experiences and memorable stay. 
  • Don’t miss the great oppoturnity to experience the tradition of Noboribetsu Onsen and Japanese culture, including supper, traditional outfits and taking a bath through the program.

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【SCHEDULE】

[18:30] Orientation, signing the consent form

at Noboribetsu Tourist Information

in Noboribetsu Int’l Tourism & Convention Association

[19:00] Supper（3rd floor）⇒ walk to Changing room

[20:20] Run to Sengen Park, the event venue

[21:00] Yukake-gassen, the battle starts

[21:30] Yukake-gassen and the festival end ⇒ back to the changing room/bathroom

Taking a bath

[22:00] Walk to Sengen Park or Tourist Information,

Finish questionnaire, get souvenirs, then dismissed

＊Time table are subject to change under some circumstances

【PROGRAM FEE】

15,000 JPY per participant

【REGISTRATION DEADLINE】

30th of Jan., 2026

【THINGS TO NOTE】

  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Meeting point: Tourist Info in Noboribetsu Int’l Tourism & Convention Association (Address: 60 Noboribetsu Onsen, Noboribetsu, Hokkaido)
  • Access: 3 minutes’ walk from Noboribetsu Onsen Bus Terminal
  • Pick-up & Drop-off: Not available 
  • Minimum number of participants: 1
  • Language support: Japanese, English
  • Included in Program fee:
    • Language supports, attendants
    • Supper
    • Event uniforms（headband, loincloth, tabi socks）
    • Public bath use after event (a designated　bath）、bath towel rental
    • Group photo taken
  • Excluded:
    • Entire travel (all the transportation and accommodation, etc)
  • Items to bring
    • Personal stuff such as a hand towel for bathing
    • We don’t suggest wearing glasses, and holding mobile phones and cameras during the event due to the possibilities of damages and losses(contact lenses recommemded).  The event organizer is not liable for those damages and losses.
  • Clothes:
    • The temperature is expected to be below zero in February. We recommend wearing warm clothes and anti-slip shoes for travel. 
    • Please remind that participants don’t wear anything but loincloths and socks during the event.
  • Tatoo Policies
    • You are not allowed to join if you have tatoos, but if they’re small enough to get totally and naturally covered with cover up tapes, please ask us.
  • Participation requirements
    • Male visitors from overseas, ages 20 and above
    • Health condition: Mentally and physically healthy enough to bear the activities below

*Participants will…

  • stay outside in almost naked for more than 30 minutes at the expected temperatures below zero
  • run all the way to and from the waiting point and the event venue( a few minutes)
  • get soaked in lukewarm water
  • If you have health problems such as heart deseases, or are in bad condition on the day, you are not allowed to participate in the program

【OTHER THINGS TO NOTE】

  1. Please refrain from participate if you are in bad condition or feel uncomfortable on the day. Please don’t force yourself to join.
  2. If you don’t show up on time without any contact, or if you are too late, your participation will be cancelled. 
  3. The event won’t be cancelled even under bad weather conditions.You won’t get any refund for any personal reasons including 1 and 2 above（Cancellation & refund policies are based on the ZAIKO, the web ticket agent）
  • The organizer is not liable for any damages and losses during the program. Please keep your eye on your own personal belongings.
  • Please follow the instruction and rules of the organizer for safe and smooth procedure of the event.
  • Your participation will be dismissed even during the event in case of those misbehaviors below:

　　・troubles with other participants and obstruction of the events

　　・illegal and antisocial conducts in Japan　

  • Supper: Served, but please bring your own food if you have allergies or religious restriction on some food
  • You are allowed to take some photos and movies in the public areas except for the bathing and changing areas, but please don’t disturb the privacy. 
  • Please corporate to fill up quick questionnaires after the event.
  • Photos and movies taken during the program may be used on our official website or in medias. If you don’t agree with the exposure, please let us know in advance.
  • Please understand that there are inherent risks, such as injuries during the program. Please consider obtaining insurance on your own.

【CONSENT FORM】

  • Make sure you understand the notes above and submit the consent form signed by yourself.

　　　⇒Consent Form（PDF）

　　　＊We suggest reading before registration and bring it signed on the day.

【REGISTER & PAYMENT】

  • Methods of payment: major credit cards, convenience store payment

ZAIKO

【CANCELLATION POLICIES】

  • Equivalent to the policy of Zaiko online ticketing system

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