WELCOME TO
KINOSAKI ONSEN
The most charming hot spring town
you will ever visit
The town’s wonderfully-preserved architecture and authentic hot spring ambience along every street and alleyway will have you falling in love at first sight.
All about Kinosaki Onsen
What you should knowABOUT KINOSAKI ONSEN
it is2.5hours from Kyoto City
2.5 Hours from Kyoto City
Kinosaki Onsen is conveniently located just 2.5 hours by train from Kyoto and 3 hours by train from Osaka. Nearby are beautiful beaches, a historical castle town, and adventurous highlands.
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it has7tattoo-friendly hot springs
7 Tattoo-friendly Hot Springs
All seven of the public hot springs bathhouses are within walking distance of one another, and allow guests with tattoos of any shape, size, or color.
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it has received 2Michelin stars
2 starMichelin Award-winning atmosphere
The town has received repeated praise for its intimate atmosphere and old-world charm. It has been called one of the best and most photogenic hot spring towns.
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it has1300years of history
1300 years of history
The town has maintained its serene atmosphere and authentic old Japan allure for over 1300 years through its well-preserved architecture and onsen culture.
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Kinosaki Onsen
EXPERIENCES & ACTIVITIES
Izushi Sara Soba All-You-Can-Eat Challenge
Test your appetite and eat as much soba as you can in one hour!
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Traditional Straw Craft Box Creation Activity (With Take-Home Memento)
Observe the fascinating and complex straw craft process, learn about its history, and make your own original straw craft design.
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Willow Crafting Experience and Boat Ride at Genbudo Museum
Learn the art of willow craft, the roots of Toyooka's bag-making industry.
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Volcanic Trekking Lunch Experience
Enjoy a homemade lunch surrounded by the Kannabe wilderness.
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Ocean Candle Activity
Take home a piece of the ocean with a DIY candle.
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100% Buckwheat Soba-Making Activity (With Mortar Experience)
Make your own soba noodles from scratch using a stone mortar.
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Mother Earth – Adventure Tours
Mother Earth will take you on tours of Takeno coast, a designated part of the San’in Kaigan UNESCO Geopark and…
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Yukata Rental in Kinosaki Onsen
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Kinosaki Onsen
HIGHLIGHTS
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Kinosaki Experience LA
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Unveiling of Toyooka’s Konotori Licca-chan
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The Maruyama River: an Idyllic Location for Olympic Training
See the river where the German and Swiss national rowing teams trained for the Tokyo 2020 Oympics!
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A River of Blossoms: Springtime in Kinosaki
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EVENTS
Toyooka Art Season September Schedule
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Caban Street Premium Coupons
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Toyooka Theater Festival 2022
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Tajima Dome Summer Museum
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Sustainability of Kinosaki Onsen in Toyooka City
SDGs stands for "Sustainable Development Goals." They are goals that were set by the United Nations at the 2015 UN…
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THINGS TO DO
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Stay at a ryokan
With over 74 ryokan to choose from it is easy to find one to fit your needs and budget. Experience pure Japanese culture and tradition during your stay.
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Try some local cuisine
Each season brings something new and delicious. The area is blessed with fresh seafood and locally grown produce. Snow crab, Tajima beef, & Izushi Soba are just a few of the must try local specialties.
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Explore the area
Sandy white beaches and pristine waters 20 minutes to the north, mountain adventures 30 minutes to the west and a castle town that will transport you back to the Edo era 30 minutes to the east, provide plenty to do and explore.
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Stroll around in a yukata
Strolling through this atmospheric hot spring town in a yukata is without a doubt one of the town’s big charm points. They can be worn anywhere in town, anytime of the year.
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