Toharanoku Reijō

The Toharanoku Reijō [鷲彭导熱些；とはらのく・れいじょう] is a hot spring resort located in Tomono Prefecture. It is a popular tourist destination and is the most famous of the Tomono hot springs. There are 12 public baths at Toharanoku, with the smaller bathouses being free for both tourists and locals, and being managed by the townspeople themselves. The source of the resort's hot water is nearby Mount Tohara, and the appearance of the water can range from cloudy to clear. It is also known for being mineral rich.
The Toharanoku springs were known as a resort for centuries, but they became famous after the water was recommended for its health benefits by a team of doctors from Tōnomi University in the early 1900s. The locals claim that the hot springs can cure all kinds of ailments. Guests have claimed that pain disappears while soaking in the water.