Aichi Prefecture does not own volcanic onsen [hot springs] but has Onsen with beautiful coastlines and spectacular views of valleys.
The onsen [hot springs] resorts in the Aichi Prefecture are; the Kira Onsen Resort overlooking the Mikawa Bay with the view of Kira Waikiki Beach stretching out; the Nishiura Onsen is located at the tip of the Nishiura Peninsula surrounded by the sea; the Minamichita Onsengou [Onsen Village], a catch-all name for onsen on the southwest coast of the Chita Peninsula having superb views of the Ise Bay; and at the Yuya Onsen, enjoy the rich nature of Horai-kyo Gorge from an outdoor onsen.

Shizuoka has numbers of renowned historical sites, superb views of Mt. Fuji and other peaks, and the beautiful natural scenery of white sandy beaches contrasting with the blue-green sea. With the numbers of famous onsen, it is not an exaggeration to call this area an “onsen paradise”. Atami Onsen, one of the major onsen in Japan, opened in the 700s and is said to have been visited by Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. Ito Onsen, another one of the major onsen, had many cultural figures and artists stayed. Doi Onsen is a place to watch a beautiful sunset over the Suruga Bay while relaxing in the onsen. There is no end to the onsen resorts to recommend, Kanzanji Onsen for instance, has a wonderful view of Lake Hamana and is a convenient base for sightseeing with a variety of leisure spots in the neighborhood.

Nagano Prefecture, rich in nature, is surrounded by 3,000-meter-high mountains and rivers flowing between the mountains. The unique inland climate makes a large difference in the temperature. The Asama Onsen, located about 10 minutes by car from the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, is known for being used as a bathhouse by the lord of Matsumoto Castle in the olden days. Shirahone Onsen has a magnificent panoramic view of the mountains and valleys of the Northern Japan Alps, where the clear water becomes cloudy when exposed to the air. Nozawa Onsen is an old onsen town with an evocative atmosphere and is one of the onsen resorts in Yudanaka Shibu Onsen area. Jigokudani Onsen is home to the Jigokudani Yaen-koen [Jigokudani Monkey Park], famous for the monkeys bathing in the onsen.

Gifu Prefecture is home of the Old Township, traditional culture, and World Heritage sites. Gero Onsen, known for the smooth spring water, good for "bathing beauties" also enjoy a stroll through the hot spring resort. Hirayu Onsen, the oldest onsen in the Okuhida Onsengo Hot Springs area in Takayama, famous for a therapeutic onsen resort when a white monkey bathed in the onsen to cure the wound. Nagaragawa Onsen, located at the foot of Mt. Kinka, has views of the Gifu Castle and the Nagara River, known for the cormorant fishing. Hida Takayama Onsen has a charming old township along the mountains of the Northern Japan Alps.

Mie Prefecture has long been a destination with the "Ise Jingu" [shrine] and the "Kumano Kodo" Pilgrimage Trail along with the luxurious onsen. The historical onsen areas are, the "Futami Onsen" the base for worshiping at the "Ise Jingu" with a spectacular view of the Ise Bay along with the "Meotoiwa" [the rocks of the married couple]. Yunomine Onsen District, known as the oldest spa in Japan, where people purified themselves before visiting Kumano in ancient days. Sakakibara Onsen flourished as a transportation hub for piligrims visiting Ise Jingu. Yunoyama Onsen is a place to enjoy beautiful views of Mount Gozaisho, has been operating onsen since the 700s.

Shiga Prefecture, prospered as a major transportation hub, is home to many attractions, including Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan, and the National Treasure Hikone Castle. Ogoto Onsen prospered as the gate town of Enryakuji Temple on Mt. Hieizan. Sugatani Onsen, where Oichi no Kata, the sister of Oda Nobunaga, is said to have visited for an onsen cure, is located on the site of the Nagahama Castle built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. There are many onsen resorts in the prefecture with a deep connection to history.

Fukui is home to many unique onsen and is blessed with scenic natural beauties of the rough waves of the Sea of Japan, the powerful Tojinbo Cliffs, and the world-important wetlands of the Five Lakes of Mikata. There are many recommended hot springs resorts with beautiful views, such as Awara Onsen, one of the leading onsen resorts in the Hokuriku Region, known as the "drawing room in the back in Kansai" being the most suitable base for sightseeing. Mikuni Onsen overlooks the Sea of Japan and is just 10-minute drive from the famous rock formations at Tojinbo Cliffs. Takanosu Onsen crossing the suspension bridge is also rich in natural beauty.

Ishikawa Prefecture is blessed with magnificent natural surroundings and historical townscapes, starting with the Kenrokuen Garden, one of the three most famous gardens in Japan, the Higashi Chaya District, and the Shiroyone Senmaida Rice Terraces on the slope facing the Sea of Japan. Wakura Onsen is the largest onsen resort in the Hokuriku Region, with a long history and believed to have been opened in the early 800s. Yamashiro Onsen was loved by many cultural figures and the onsen is known as the onsen that "Yatagarasu" [the Three-Legged Crow] healed the wound at the beginning. The other famous onsen is the Yuwaku Onsen, also known as the "back room of Kanazawa", which is said to have been enjoyed by the feudal lord of Kaga for therapy.

Toyama Prefecture is a treasure trove of spectacular scenery, with the Kurobe Gorge, the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, and the Gokayama Villages known for the Gassho-style houses. There are many onsen worth a visit at least once, starting with the Unazuki Onsen, the base for sightseeing in the Kurobe Gorge which has spectacular views all year round. Himi Onsen Village has magnificent views of the Tateyama Mountain Range and beautiful sunrises, and the Mikurigaike Onsen having the highest point in Japan, halfway along the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route.