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I took my family on a road trip and this time we stopped at Umijigoku. 1. The parking lot is quite large, so you can park there and then head out to the surrounding hot springs. 2. The view upon entering is beautiful, with a lotus pond, the turquoise Umijigoku Onsen, and a small blood pond. 3. It was quite crowded, so you had to be very careful with your angles when taking photos to avoid the crowds. 4. The shop was great, and I bought some hand cream. This one is really small, perfect for colleagues and friends. 5. I asked the store if there was any duty-free shopping. 6. There's a shrine at the back, but I didn't go up there this time.
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Posted: Sep 29, 2025
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