Mt. Buko Hiking Season Opens. Special Benefits at Buko Onsen for 'Mizu-Bokka' Volunteers
To celebrate the opening of Mt. Buko on May 1st, 2026, Chichibu Yumoto Buko Onsen is offering meal discounts and half-price beer to volunteers who participate in 'Mizu-Bokka,' carrying water to the summit toilets.
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Buko Onsen, operated by Onsen Dojo Co., Ltd., will launch new services for hikers starting May 1st, 2026, the opening day of Mt. Buko in Chichibu.
'Mizu-Bokka' at Mt. Buko is a volunteer activity where hikers carry water from Fudo Falls (located at the 18th station) to the toilets at the summit. Since the summit toilets rely on rainwater, they often face water shortages. This activity also serves as physical training while helping the mountain infrastructure.
Volunteers will receive special benefits at Buko Onsen: a 200 yen meal discount or half-price draft beer. To claim, show a photo of your activity at the front desk. The offer is valid throughout the 2026 toilet opening season (late April to late November).
Mt. Buko is the symbol of Chichibu, standing at 1,304 meters with courses for beginners and intermediate hikers. Buko Onsen is located at the foot of the mountain, a 10-minute walk from Yokoze Station, featuring open-air baths, saunas, and campsites. It is an ideal base for tourism in Chichibu and Nagatoro.
'Mizu-Bokka' at Mt. Buko is a volunteer activity where hikers carry water from Fudo Falls (located at the 18th station) to the toilets at the summit. Since the summit toilets rely on rainwater, they often face water shortages. This activity also serves as physical training while helping the mountain infrastructure.
Volunteers will receive special benefits at Buko Onsen: a 200 yen meal discount or half-price draft beer. To claim, show a photo of your activity at the front desk. The offer is valid throughout the 2026 toilet opening season (late April to late November).
Mt. Buko is the symbol of Chichibu, standing at 1,304 meters with courses for beginners and intermediate hikers. Buko Onsen is located at the foot of the mountain, a 10-minute walk from Yokoze Station, featuring open-air baths, saunas, and campsites. It is an ideal base for tourism in Chichibu and Nagatoro.