Supporting Members Wanted
We are looking for individuals, companies and organizations to support Yuchelin's work with us
We work to evaluate the value of onsen correctly, communicate it, and carry it into the future.
We are looking for supporting members who share this aim and sustain our activities on an ongoing basis.
Get to know onsen more deeply, enjoy them, and join us in passing Japan's onsen culture on to the future.
What is a supporting member?
Supporting members are the companies, organizations and individuals who share Yuchelin's philosophy and activities and support them. Supporting members are not statutory members of the association and have no voting rights at the general meeting.
* Joining as a supporting member, or paying membership fees, has no influence whatsoever on Yuchelin's certification or evaluation.
Membership, Fees and Term
For individuals who share Yuchelin's philosophy and activities and wish to support us personally.
For companies and organizations that share Yuchelin's philosophy and activities and wish to support us on an ongoing basis.
* The membership term is one year from the date of joining. Before the term ends, renewal information is sent via the member portal.
Member Benefits
- Digital membership card
You receive a Yuchelin digital membership card.
- Latest news from certified onsen
Seasonal topics from Yuchelin-certified onsen and a range of onsen-related information, delivered to members.
- Access to Yuchelin MAP
A members-only digital map for finding Yuchelin-certified onsen. Filter by region, spring quality and more to find the onsen that suits you.
- Online seminars (four per year planned)
A varied program centered on onsen, such as “Characteristics of onsen and how to enjoy them”, “History and culture of Japanese onsen” and “Global onsen trends”. Speakers will include Yuchelin's directors, Council members (onsen tourism, history, science, medicine) and owners and custodians of certified onsen.
- Listing on the official website (corporate / organization members only)
Corporate and organization members may have their company or organization name listed on the official Yuchelin website on request.
How Membership Fees Are Used
- Operation of Yuchelin
- Communicating information on onsen areas and facilities
- Research, study and evaluation
- The Award, study sessions and networking events
- Collaboration with regions, facilities and businesses
- Publications, the website and activity reports
and more
How to Apply
Please apply via the application form.（https://app.yuchelin.com/apply）
- STEP 1
Apply
Fill in the required fields on the application form and submit. A confirmation email is sent automatically.
- STEP 2
Pay the membership fee
Follow the instructions in the confirmation email. Credit card (immediate) or bank transfer is available.
- STEP 3
Registration complete
Once payment is confirmed, you receive a registration-complete email. Log in to the member portal with the temporary password in the email and change your password.
What You Can Do on the Member Portal
- Digital membership card
View and download a membership card with QR code
- Yuchelin MAP
See Yuchelin-certified onsen on a map (members only)
- Bath profile
Register your favorite onsen, onsen you want to visit, and spring-quality preferences
- News
Check news and updates from Yuchelin
- Billing and payment history
Check membership-fee invoices and payment status
- Voices of onsen to keep for the future (in development)
A feature to register onsen you want to keep for the future is in preparation
Knowing onsen leads to protecting onsen
Your participation sustains the future of valuable waters and onsen culture
Questions About Joining
For details on membership types, fees and how to join, please contact us below.