Chichibu Yumoto Buko Onsen Launches 'Buko Onsen Original Bear Bell' for Hikers
Chichibu Yumoto Buko Onsen, operated by Onsen Dojo, will start selling original bear bells on June 1, 2026, to ensure the safety of hikers on Mount Buko.
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Chichibu Yumoto Buko Onsen (Yokoze Town, Saitama Prefecture, hereinafter 'Buko Onsen'), operated by Onsen Dojo Co., Ltd. (Tokigawa Town, Hiki District, Saitama Prefecture, CEO Toshiki Yamazaki), will begin selling original Buko Onsen bear bells for hikers and walkers starting Monday, June 1, 2026.
In recent years, bear sightings have been reported in various locations. Since the Chichibu region is surrounded by mountains, these original bear bells were created to ensure that visitors can enjoy hiking on Mount Buko and visiting pilgrimage sites safely.
◎ Buko Onsen Original Bear Bell
This is an original bear bell made of cypress wood engraved with the Buko Onsen logo, attached with a bell.
Price: 1,000 yen (tax included)
Sales Location: Buko Onsen
◎ Special Services for 'Mizu-Bokka' (Water Porters)
Currently, Buko Onsen offers special benefits to those who volunteer as 'Mizu-Bokka' (water porters) for Mount Buko.
Benefits: 200 yen discount on meals or half-price draft beer.
How to use: Please present a photo taken on the day showing the water porter activity at the front desk.
Available period: During the opening period of the mountain summit toilet in 2026 (approx. late April to late November).
*Even if the summit toilet is closed during this period due to water shortages, the benefits for water porters will still be provided.
■ About Chichibu Yumoto Buko Onsen
Buko Onsen is a hot spring facility located along the Yokoze River at the foot of Mount Buko, a symbol of Chichibu. It is about a 10-minute walk from Yokoze Station on the Seibu Railway. It features open-air baths surrounded by greenery, jet baths, and saunas. With attached accommodation and camping sites, it is recommended as a base for sightseeing in Chichibu and Nagatoro.
4628-3 Yokoze, Yokoze-machi, Chichibu-gun, Saitama
https://www.buko-onsen.co.jp/
■ About ONDO Holdings Co., Ltd.
Under its umbrella, including Onsen Dojo Co., Ltd., Kii Company Co., Ltd., Sakanato Co., Ltd., and Saitama Musashi Heat Bears Co., Ltd., it aims to create new value to 'revitalize the region,' contribute to regional revitalization, and develop human resources.
https://ondoholdings.com/
In recent years, bear sightings have been reported in various locations. Since the Chichibu region is surrounded by mountains, these original bear bells were created to ensure that visitors can enjoy hiking on Mount Buko and visiting pilgrimage sites safely.
◎ Buko Onsen Original Bear Bell
This is an original bear bell made of cypress wood engraved with the Buko Onsen logo, attached with a bell.
Price: 1,000 yen (tax included)
Sales Location: Buko Onsen
◎ Special Services for 'Mizu-Bokka' (Water Porters)
Currently, Buko Onsen offers special benefits to those who volunteer as 'Mizu-Bokka' (water porters) for Mount Buko.
Benefits: 200 yen discount on meals or half-price draft beer.
How to use: Please present a photo taken on the day showing the water porter activity at the front desk.
Available period: During the opening period of the mountain summit toilet in 2026 (approx. late April to late November).
*Even if the summit toilet is closed during this period due to water shortages, the benefits for water porters will still be provided.
■ About Chichibu Yumoto Buko Onsen
Buko Onsen is a hot spring facility located along the Yokoze River at the foot of Mount Buko, a symbol of Chichibu. It is about a 10-minute walk from Yokoze Station on the Seibu Railway. It features open-air baths surrounded by greenery, jet baths, and saunas. With attached accommodation and camping sites, it is recommended as a base for sightseeing in Chichibu and Nagatoro.
4628-3 Yokoze, Yokoze-machi, Chichibu-gun, Saitama
https://www.buko-onsen.co.jp/
■ About ONDO Holdings Co., Ltd.
Under its umbrella, including Onsen Dojo Co., Ltd., Kii Company Co., Ltd., Sakanato Co., Ltd., and Saitama Musashi Heat Bears Co., Ltd., it aims to create new value to 'revitalize the region,' contribute to regional revitalization, and develop human resources.
https://ondoholdings.com/
FAQ
武甲温泉オリジナル熊鈴はいつから販売されますか？
2026年6月1日（月）より販売が開始されます。
武甲温泉オリジナル熊鈴の価格はいくらですか？
税込1,000円です。
水歩荷ボランティア参加者はどのような特典を受けられますか？
フロントにて当日の水歩荷の様子がわかる写真を提示することで、お食事200円引または生ビール半額の特典を受けられます。
水歩荷の特典はいつまで実施されていますか？
2026年の山頂トイレ開放期間中（4月末～11月末頃）に実施されています。
武甲温泉へのアクセス方法を教えてください。
西武鉄道・横瀬駅より徒歩約10分です。