The purposes of the use of hot springs around the world are basically divided into several categories; namely, taking a rest through bathing (it is mainstream in Japan), recuperation by bathing, enjoying while bathing (such as swimming), drinking (drinking of hot spring water) and utilizing steam (sauna and steam bath).
世界的に温泉の利用形態は大きく分けて、入浴して体を休める（日本ではこれが主流）、入浴して療養する、入浴して楽しむ（泳ぐなど）、そして飲む（飲泉）、蒸気を利用する（サウナや蒸し風呂）に大別される。