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When traveling in Japan, soaking in hot springs to relax is a must. Nestled in the mountains, this nature-inspired hot spring resort allows travelers to enjoy a dreamy soak in a design-forward space while admiring the architectural beauty of renowned Japanese architect Shigeru Ban.
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The hot spring resort Quapark Nagaoka was created by Japanese master architect Shigeru Ban. (Photo / Quapark Nagaoka, the same below)
“Quapark Nagaoka” is located in Oita Prefecture in the northeastern part of Kyushu, Japan, which is known as Japan’s No. 1 hot spring prefecture, boasting the highest number of hot springs and spring sources in the country.
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The exterior of Quapark Nagaoka has a traditional Japanese style.
Designed by Japanese master architect Shigeru Ban, Quapark Nagaoka uses the most iconic wooden structure in Japanese architecture as its foundation, creating a hot spring resort that is rich in Japanese aesthetics and full of design appeal.
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A hot spring resort primarily built with wood construction.
The resort features a hot spring spa center, hot spring lodging, and a restaurant, ensuring that travelers are taken care of from dining and sleeping to wellness and holistic healing—every part of the body and mind is nurtured in this comfortable space for true relaxation.
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The hot springs in Oita Prefecture are of a rare carbonated water type.
Quapark Nagaoka offers an outdoor open-air hot spring pool, a semi-outdoor walking bath, indoor hot spring pools, a Jacuzzi pool, and a washing pool. The outdoor pools offer beautiful local scenery, while the indoor pools feature high ceilings supported by special wooden structures that allow plenty of natural light—no matter where you soak, it’s an exceptional experience.
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