2.5 hours from Kyoto
Located a short distance from Kyoto, on a path less traveled, is one of the best hot spring towns in Japan. Here you will find seven hot springs and traditional Japanese culture not easily found in the bigger cities.
A must when in Japan
What better place to scratch off two of the "top 10 things to do in Japan" than at one of its best hot spring towns. Here you can soak naked in seven natural hot springs with locals, a Japanese tradition dating back 1,300 years. After a long soak scratch number two off your list when you stay in one of the many traditional Japanese inns called "ryokan" in Kinosaki.
One of a kind experience
Scenes of guests visiting the hot springs while dressed in traditional Japanese garment called yukata and geta(wooden sandals), give the sense that you have slipped back in time. Kinosaki Onsen is a one of a kind hot spring town that still keeps the old world feel and traditions alive today. Slip on your own yukata and a pair of geta before enjoying the seven bath houses and their natural hot springs.
More about Kinosaki Onsen

Seven Bath Houses

Kinosaki has seven public hot spring bath houses, each with its own style and charm.
Bathe in each one to find your favorite; whether it's bathing in the outdoors or in a cave, you are sure to find one that appeals to you.

  • Satono-yu
  • Jizou-yu
  • Yanagi-yu
  • Ichino-yu
  • Goshono-yu
  • Mandara-yu
  • Kouno-yu

Discover why it's the best

Kinosaki features seven bath houses each with their own style and charm, providing visitors a place to heal and relax. Kinosaki is a safe and friendly town with plenty to do, from soaking in hot springs or just dipping your feet into one of the many foot baths to nostalgic game arcades and shopping for local specialty goods.
Scenic views of willows and lanterns lining the river that runs through the town, soft light glowing from behind traditional paper shoji windows of the ryokans, and people dressed in their ryokan yukata going 'clippoty-clop' with their wooden sandals throughout town,
this all adds to the allure of Kinosaki.

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The Appeal of Ryokan

Experience unprecedented service known as Omotenashi or Japanese hospitality when you stay at one of the many ryokan, Japanese inn. Many have been family run for centuries. Ryokans range from the simple to the lavish, but each one features a personal touch and
an unforgettable experience.

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Welcome to Kinosaki

We look forward to seeing you soon!