Owani Onsen is a hot spring resort located in Owani-machi, Minamitsugaru-gun, Aomori Prefecture, with a history of over 800 years.
This hot spring was discovered in the late Heian period (794-1185) and was used as a therapeutic bath by the feudal lord Tsugaru during the Edo period (1603-1868). The spring is a chloride-sulfate spring and is said to be effective for neuralgia, sensitivity to cold, and gastrointestinal diseases.
In the hot spring resort area, retro hot spring hotels and modern ryokan continue to heal visitors. Owani Onsen Bean Sprouts” is famous as a unique product grown in hot spring water.