Explore the mysterious Noboribetsu Hell Valley.

The Noboribetsu Hell Valley is located in the northeast corner of the Noboribetsu Onsen area in Hokkaido. It is a spectacular volcanic crater with a diameter of about 450 meters, created by the eruption of Mount Hiyori. The valley is full of countless vents, constantly erupting hot gases and hot springs. This desolate and mysterious scene is reminiscent of hell, hence the name "Hell Valley". Hell Valley attracts many tourists with its unique landscape. There is a trail in the valley. Tourists only need 10 to 15 minutes to easily complete a tour around the valley. At night, there is a "Ghost Fire Road" lighting installation, allowing tourists to stroll in a dreamlike atmosphere. In addition, there is a trail leading to Oyunuma, which allows tourists to further appreciate the vastness and magnificence of nature. The origin of Noboribetsu Hell Valley can be traced back to volcanic activities about 15,000 years ago, and the steam eruption that occurred about 8,000 years ago created the wonders of Oyunuma and Hell Valley. The most recent eruption occurred about 200 years ago. With its unique landscape and geological value, Noboribetsu Hell Valley has won the "Top 100 Fragrance Scenery", "Hokkaido Heritage", and "Top 100 Japanese Red Leaf Scenic Spots" and other honors. At the same time, it is also listed as one of the "Recommended National Forests of Beautiful Japan", attracting tourists from home and abroad to come and see its style. Noboribetsu Onsen, located in Noboribetsu City, Hokkaido, has been famous since the Edo period. In the Meiji era, hot spring hotels sprung up like bamboo shoots after a rain, making the area a rapidly rising resort for recuperation and tourism. Today, Noboribetsu Onsen has always been among the top in the "Top 100 Japanese Hot Springs·Comprehensive Ranking" and is a famous hot spring resort in Japan. Its name comes from the Ainu language, meaning a river with rich water color. Noboribetsu Onsen is known for its daily natural outflow of about 10,000 tons and 9 types of spring quality of about 3,000 liters per minute. It is known as the "department store of hot springs" and provides tourists with a rich and diverse hot spring experience. Hell Valley, as the main source of Noboribetsu Onsen, its abundant hot spring water nourishes the entire hot spring area, allowing tourists to enjoy the nourishment and comfort of the hot springs.