I stayed volcanic today, making my way from one hotspring town to another – Noboribetsu-Onsen. I made it here midday and continued straight for the main attraction – the hell valley (Jigokudani Valley). From here I followed an intricate network of walking trails from viewpoint to viewpoint, via some hotspring pools and ponds (Okunoyu pool and Oyunuma pond) back to town for spicy Emma Ramen.

After lunch I continued walking, now discovering some of the trails, I had not covered so far yet (and more good views). Eventually I got to my hotel – and it was finally time, to actually try the hot waters  of Noboribetsu Onsen in the hotel’s grand bath – great to warm up and very relaxing.