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Zao Jigoku Onsen is located in Oita Prefecture, where the flow of hot spring springs ranks first in Japan. It is one of the hot springs in Jigoku Onsen, a hot spring tourist attraction in Beppu City. Since ancient times, there has been a tradition of steaming sacrificial offerings with 90°C hot spring steam during major sacrifices at Zaomen Hachimangu Shrine, hence the name Zaomen Hell. Although Zao Hell Park is small, you can have different experiences in each scenic spot, such as drinkable hot spring water, facial steam SPA, free foot bath experience, etc. It is worth mentioning that the hot spring eggs here, after being heated by the steam of Hell Hot Spring, exude a different aroma when the eggshell is peeled off, especially when dipped in special soy sauce, it is even more delicious . It's hard to imagine that such a layered delicacy can be harvested from a small egg. In addition, it also provides delicious and mellow hot spring pudding, farm corn and other hell-steamed series. You can taste delicious food while soaking in the foot bath. There is nothing more pleasant than this.
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About Beppu Hell Hot Springs
About Beppu Hell Hot Springs
Zao Jigoku Onsen, located in Oita Prefecture, boasts the largest volume of hot spring water in Japan. It is one of the Jigoku Onsen hot spring attractions in Beppu City. Historically, there was a tradition of steaming offerings with 90°C hot spring steam during important ceremonies at Zaomen Hachimangu Shrine, which led to its name, Zaomen Hell.
Why Beppu Hell Hot Springs is a must
Although Zao Hell Park is small, you can enjoy various unique experiences at each spot, including drinkable hot spring water, facial steam spas, and complimentary foot baths.
Top things to do at Beppu Hell Hot Springs
The onsen eggs here are exceptionally delicious. Steamed with steam from the Hell hot springs, they release a unique aroma when peeled. They are especially tasty when dipped in special soy sauce. Furthermore, you can savor rich hot spring pudding, farm-fresh corn, and other 'hell-steamed' meal sets. Enjoy delicious food while indulging in a foot bath.
Location of Beppu Hell Hot Springs
Located in Oita Prefecture, Beppu City, Japan.
Facilities at Beppu Hell Hot Springs
Services include drinkable hot spring water, facial steam spas, and complimentary foot baths. There are also shops selling onsen eggs, hot spring pudding, and farm-fresh corn.