Welcome to Kinosaki Onsen a must see and do on anyones trip to Japan
Japan's Best Onsen Town, Just 1.5 Hours from Himeji Castle
Only 1.5 hours from Himeji by train. Kinosaki Onsen is the quintessential hot spring stay. Spend the day exploring the town in a traditional yukata and soaking in any of the seven hot springs. Round off the perfect visit by staying in one of the many traditional Japanese ryokans.
Japan's best onsen town
Japan's famous for its onsen, hot springs. In Kinosaki Onsen you can experience the ambience of a traditional onsen town. From the moment you leave the station you will be transported to a place and time like out of Japan’s history. Visitors dressed in yukata fill the streets lined with traditional architecture as they travel between the 7 onsen in this 1300 year old town.
About Kinosaki Onsen

Find your affordable and luxurious ryokan stay in Kinosaki Onsen

Affordable Ryokan Stay
1 night stay with meals for under 15,000yen
There are several ryokan in Kinosaki Onsen that offer affordable stays without having to give up the luxury. See what some of these ryokan have to offer for under JPY15,000. Most ryokan also offer a free pass to all 7 of the onsen.
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A Night of Luxury
Indulge in a one of a kind, all inclusive stay
Private in-suite open air baths, welcoming modern and traditional Japanese rooms, unpresidented service, meals that can only be described as works of art are just some of the highlights of staying at one of the high end ryokan in Kinosaki Onsen.
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Stay with Tajima Beef Dinner
Beautifully prepared meals will be just one highlight of your stay
The people here take pride in this locally raised wagyu beef, Tajima beef. Tajima beef is also known as the origin of the world famous Kobe beef. Several ryokan offer specialty dinners featuring Tajima beef. Try a juicy steak or a traditional Japanese course.
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A Night's Stay Without Meals
Room only, great chance to explore local restaurants
Perfect for those who wish to make their own dinner plans. There are plenty of restaurants, bars and pubs around town to satisfy your cravings. Don't forget to change into your ryokan yukata before you head out, one of the great traditions here in Kinosaki Onsen.
*Some restrictions may apply.