Niseko activities that look after your health and well-being

There is nothing more therapeutic than soothing tired muscles with a soak in one of Niseko’s many onsens. Onsens, also known as hot springs, are great after a day on the slopes because of the positive health impacts on the body and mind. The high 40+ degree water temperatures are great for muscle recovery. It increases blood flow around the body relieving muscle pain and joint stiffness. This increases the body’s metabolic rate and quickens its healing process.

Some onsens also have a cold bath where bathers dip themselves between their hot spring sessions. This may sound terrifying. But the effects on the body’s muscles can be astonishing. Cold water slows down blood circulation around the body and reduces swelling. The sudden and rapid change to hot temperatures then kick starts the body’s recovery process. It is important to note however that this change in temperature can shock a body’s cardiovascular system. Everyone is different. So know your body’s limits before jumping into the cold pool.