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Hanamaki Onsen Town is located in the western part of Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, along the banks of the Tai River and Toyozawa River that flow through the serene mountains. It consists of 12 hot springs, including Hanamaki Onsen, Tai Onsen, and Osawa Onsen, which is why it is known as "Hanamaki 12 Springs." All the hot springs have a long history, with sources believed to have been discovered 300 to 400 years ago. There are various types of accommodations available, including traditional ryokan inns suitable for families or couples, as well as hotels that cater to those seeking personal privacy with rooms that have their own hot spring baths. The ability to choose based on your travel purpose is a major feature. The quality of the spring water also varies, allowing visitors to select based on their personal preferences for hot springs. Traveling from Tokyo to Hanamaki takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes by the Tohoku Shinkansen, making it very convenient. It is recommended to take the free shuttle bus provided for guests from either "Shin-Hanamaki" Station or "Hanamaki" Station to reach the accommodations.

The collective name for the 12 hot springs located in Hanamaki Onsenkyo, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture. Hanamaki Onsenkyo is the largest hot spring area in the Tohoku region. There is a rich variety of hot springs and accommodations that can cater to the needs of all types of travelers. It takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes to reach from Tokyo by the Tohoku Shinkansen. There is a free shuttle bus service from the station.