Wash away the sweat at the shared bath and explore the hot spring street
About this spot
An ancient shared bath beloved by both locals and travelers alike. Steam constantly rises from the wooden building with its traditional charm, embodying the essence of a hot spring town. After farm activities and walking, it's the perfect place to refresh, and the cool evening breeze feels wonderful on your heated skin. Around the bath, you'll find foot baths and historic inn buildings scattered about, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the hot spring town atmosphere.
Season & hours
Name: 遠刈田温泉仮装盆踊り大会
Date & time: 8/13 (Thu)–8/14 (Fri) Time TBA
Venue: 刈田郡蔵王町・遠刈田温泉(蔵王通り)
遠刈田温泉の蔵王通りを会場に毎年開かれる、地元の人たちが仮装をして参加するユニークな盆踊り大会です。2026年は8月13日・14日の2日間にわたって開催され、初日から思い思いの仮装をした踊り手たちが通りに繰り出します。旅館の宿泊客や地元住民が入り交じって踊る輪は、観光地ならではの開放的で温かい雰囲気に包まれています。温泉街の湯けむりと提灯の灯りが重なり合う独特の情景も、この祭りならではの魅力です。
Tips
会場周辺は車両通行止めになることがあるため、徒歩での来場が安心です。仮装は必須ではなく見学だけでも楽しめますが、参加してみると一体感がより深まります。山あいの夜は冷え込むこともあるので、薄手の羽織ものがあると安心です。
Tips
Bring coins for the admission fee. Bring a towel from your inn or purchase one at the facility. Peak hours can be crowded, so allow extra time in your schedule.
Best time to visit
Allow about 30 minutes. Early evening is when locals gather, creating an authentic hot spring town atmosphere.
Access & map
〒989-0912 Miyagi Prefecture, Katta District, Zao Town, Toogatta Hot Spring, Nakacho 32
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