hot spring resort; spa town
Refers to a location or area known for its hot springs, often a town or village centered around onsen facilities. Similar to 湯治場 (とうじば), which emphasizes therapeutic bathing stays.
See also: 湯治場
This hot spring resort has been around since the Edo period.
I plan to go to a hot spring resort deep in the mountains this weekend.
Compound of 温泉 (おんせん, 'hot spring') and 場 (ば, 'place').