Gingasen is said to have been used for the tea ceremony by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, the third shogun of the Muromachi Shogunate. The water of Gingasen has long been used in the tea ceremony, and its clear quality is said to enhance the taste of tea. Legend has it that Ashikaga Yoshimitsu patronized this water, which adds to the historical value of Gingasen. Even today, the clear water still gushes forth, giving visitors a refreshing feeling.