Located just two hours from central Tokyo by train, Kinugawa Onsen sits on the upper reaches of the Kinugawa River. The setting is dramatically beautiful: a winding river canyon, towering cliffs and a 140-metre suspension bridge that rises 40 metres above the water. What makes Kinugawa especially fitting for Chainsaw Man fans is its moodiness. In autumn, the maple leaves lining the riverbanks turn vivid shades of crimson and orange, creating a melancholy beauty that mirrors the series’ emotional tone. The ryokan here offer private open-air baths—perfect for a quiet, contemplative soak after a day of pilgrimage.
Fuelled by the primal terror of suffocating beneath a dark surface.
Denji, naturally, is the first to notice when he steps out of the bath and his foot comes away bleeding from a hundred tiny cuts.
The most iconic moment (beyond the infamous Reze arc bath scene) is the team’s retreat to the in Part 1. For a brief, fleeting volume, the horror stops. Aki, Power, and Denji argue over splitting a glass bottle of milk. Kobeni cries. It is humanity at its most vulnerable. Traveling to these locations allows fans to step into that panel—to feel the tension dissolve into the sulfuric water. Chainsaw Man Hot Spring Travel
A Shinkansen ride where Power refuses to sit in her seat, instead hogging the snack trolley.
Kusatsu boasts the largest volume of natural hot spring water in Japan. The water here is highly acidic, known historically for its intense healing properties—perfect for treating the physical wounds of devil hunting.
: Visible devil contracts (which look like tattoos) may require waterproof covers at traditional Japanese inns. 🎭 Predicted Outcomes Located just two hours from central Tokyo by
Denji transforms into Chainsaw Man, fighting the devil while still wearing a yukata, creating a ridiculously surreal, action-packed scene in the middle of the hotel garden.
For fans hoping for official Chainsaw Man x onsen experiences, the good news is that pop-up collaborations happen more often than you might think. While dedicated anime-themed onsen facilities are rare, limited-time events at existing hot spring resorts and theme parks bring the spirit of Chainsaw Man to bath culture.
" experience and a special version of the Hollywood Dream rollercoaster featuring the opening song "KICK BACK". : Always check for "Collaboration Cafes" like IKEPRI CANVAS BOX cafe&space In autumn, the maple leaves lining the riverbanks
To chase Reze’s ghost, head to . Why? The isolation. The deep snow. The hibachi grill restaurants where a girl with a devil heart might order a yakisoba-pan.
But the heat gets to him. Eventually, he removes his shirt, revealing the Future Devil’s eye embedded in his forearm. The steam makes the eye water. The Future Devil whispers: “In five minutes, Denji will slip and grab your thigh by accident.” Aki closes his eyes. For the first time, he doesn’t want to know the future.