[Japan Onsen 2026] Crayon Shin-chan Collaboration Ofuro Cafe! Must-Try Hiroshi's Smelly Fries, Limited Edition Butt Puddings Guide

Are you planning a family trip to Japan for a parent-child vacation during the summer of 2026, or are you a group of best friends planning a relaxing one-day trip to the outskirts of Tokyo? If you're also huge fans of Crayon Shin-chan, then this hot spring collaboration event, which is causing a sensation all over Japan, absolutely needs to be on your must-do list!

Japan's Super Popular Fashionable Hot Spring New Type Brand O furo Cafe Officially announced, in celebration of the grand opening of the latest movie "Crayon Shin-chan: The Hidden Fortress of Samurai" in Japan on July 31, 2026, there will be a Friday, July 3, 2026 to Wednesday, September 30, 2026in a dream collaboration event with 16 hot spring inns and resorts across Japan, the softest and most healing collaboration project in history unfolded!

This event has not only turned the baths into a themed hot spring for Shin-chan, Shiro, and Himawari, but the store will also play in-house announcements personally recorded by Shin-chan. There will also be themed food items that will make you laugh, such as "Nohara Hiroshi's Stinky Fries" and "Shin-chan's Butt Pudding," as well as a series of limited edition waterproof bathing pouches, bath towels, and other extremely limited merchandise! Follow JoyJapan's lead and see which must-visit stores and limited edition highlights there are throughout Japan!

Highlight 1: Shin-chan joins you for a bath! Special "Shin-chan Hinoki Floating Wood" and Shiro-themed hot spring

When you come to "Ofuro Cafe," the most anticipated part is, of course, the hot spring time. This collaboration event directly brings the Nohara family into the bathroom, featuring two must-try themed hot spring baths:

• Xinxin Face Shape Hinoki Floating Hot Spring (Limited Time: July 31st - August 16th): The officials have specially selected thinning wood from traditional Japanese "Owase Hinoki cypress." Artisans individually hand-carve these super cute Shin-chan heads. When you take a bath, dozens of small Shin-chan cypress heads will float on the water's surface, emitting a faint, natural cypress aroma, instantly healing your body and mind!
• Nohara Family Exclusive Original Bath Bombs (July 3 - September 30): Special soup colors and aromas were blended according to the character's personality. Including those with rich fruit aromas"Xiao Xin Vitality Apple Soup"golden and dazzling"Little Sunflower Sparkling Mandarin Soup"and soft and milky like marshmallows"Little White Pure White Fluffy Milk Soup"Daily themes rotate, making bath time the most anticipated event!

*Each store's soup schedule may vary slightly. Please check the official website of each branch before your visit!

Highlight 2: The Nohara Family's Taste Adventure! "Hiroshi's Stinky French Fries" and "Shin-chan's Butt Pudding" Arrive

The most famous thing about "Ofuro Cafe" is that after a bath, you can wear comfortable in-house attire to order food and read manga in the cafe area. The collaboration themed dishes launched this time perfectly recreate the movie's yokai worldview and classic jokes:

• Dad Hiroshi's stinky but addictive blue cheese fries (580 yen): The soul pranked Nohara Hiroshi's proud "stinky feet" by specially using strongly aromatic and unique blue cheese as a sauce. It's savory, rich, and absolutely addictive!
• Shin-chan's bouncy, jiggly, Q-bouncy butt pudding (580 JPY): Relive Shin-chan's most iconic "butt alien" pose! The wobbling of the giant-shaped milk pudding on the plate is incredibly mesmerizing. Its smooth and creamy texture makes it the top must-order dessert for influencers and anime fans alike. (Available for a limited time starting July 17th)
• Nohara Family Fire! Colorful Ice Cream Soda (¥580): After a hot spring bath, a refreshing custom sparkling drink is the perfect accompaniment, paired with rich vanilla ice cream to instantly recharge your body!

Key Highlight 3: A must-have for fans! Extremely limited edition waterproof bath bags and a special photo zone for check-ins.

During the event period, each store will be decorated with the latest movie theater version of "Yo-kai Watch Village" and will featureOfuro Cafe Limited Edition Newly Drawn Special Photo Spot Wallallowing you to take photos with Shin-chan and Shiro in their hot spring outfits. At the same time, the museum shop will release exclusive, limited-edition merchandise in three waves, including Shin-chan clear folders, cute blind box keychains, and practical items such as"Shin-chan Waterproof and Moisture-Proof Bath Bombs," "Shiro Gentle Face Cleansing Wipes," and a special bath sponge.Each person is limited to purchasing 4 items of each type, and only guests who are entering the bathhouse can purchase them. Shin-chan fans must report to the counter on time!

📍 Travel Guide: Top 3 Recommended "Ofuro Cafe" Locations for Foreign Tourists

Although this collaboration spans 16 hot spring facilities across Japan, JoyJapan Travel Correspondent strongly recommends the following three flagship locations, which are the most distinctive and conveniently accessible by public transportation for independent travelers (FITs) from Taiwan and Hong Kong who do not drive:

1. [Top choice near Tokyo] Ofuro Cafe utatane (Omiya, Saitama Prefecture): Omiya Station is about a 30-minute train ride from Shinjuku. This shop features Nordic minimalist style, a huge fireplace, free all-you-can-drink coffee, and a manga wall.The All Japan media preview tasting event was also held here on June 30th.It is the most representative pilgrimage flagship store of the entire series!
2. [Must-visit in Kansai Shiga Travel] Ofuro Cafe Biwakoza (Otsu, Shiga Prefecture): It's only a 15-20 minute train ride from Kyoto. The interior is filled with a strong, modern Japanese popular theater style, making it perfect for an evening of relaxation on a "Kyoto-Lake Biwa Day Trip."
3. [Hot Spring Resort Stroll] Ofuro Cafe HITOMA (Yugawara, Kanagawa Prefecture): Yugawara, a renowned hot spring resort town on the way from Tokyo to Hakone and Atami. This establishment has transformed a long-established Japanese inn into a literary hot spring hall full of artistic flair, perfect for the tipsy traveler seeking a deep and quality journey.

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• Activity information and image source:PR TIMES / ONDO HOLDINGS Co., Ltd. (Onsen Dōjō)
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