Ryujin Onsen Explained

Ryūjin Onsen 龍神温泉
Location:	Ryūjin, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

Ryūjin Onsen (龍神温泉) is an onsen (hot spring) located in Ryūjin village, now a part of Tanabe, Wakayama City in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan.^{[1] [2]} Ryūjin Onsen was discovered in the 7th century by En no Gyōja, the founder of Shugendō. Kōbō Daishi, founder of Shingon Buddhism visited the spot in the 9th century. During the Edo period (1603-1868), the onsen was used as a resort area by the Tokugawa ruling family, whose castle was in Wakayama city. Today there are old Japanese inns (ryokans) using the names Kamigoten (Royal Palace) and Shimogoten (Lower Lodgings), from the old feudal system.^[3] It is said to be the third best onsen for beautifying your skin in Japan.

See also

• Kōya-Ryūjin Quasi-National Park

References

Article contains translated text from 龍神温泉 on the Japanese Wikipedia retrieved on 17 March 2017.

External links

• Homepage in Japanese
• Detailed description including maps
• Profile on Japan Guide
• Profile on Japan Hoppers

Notes and References

1. Web site: Ryujin Onsen in Wakayama. Ruby. Lawley. 23 March 2015. 17 March 2017.
2. Web site: 元湯｜龍神温泉｜龍神村の観光情報/社団法人龍神観光協会.
3. Web site: Ryujin Onsen History. 17 March 2017.