🗺️ Kinosaki Onsen城崎温泉

Kinosaki Onsen is a traditional hot spring town beloved by literary giants such as Naoya Shiga and Tōson Shimazaki, boasting a history of over 1300 years. Within a 20-minute walking radius, there are six major public baths (soto-yu), allowing visitors to stroll through the charming hot spring streets while exploring each bath. The six public baths were built in different periods, each with its own unique water temperature and architectural atmosphere. Among them are "Ichinoyu," praised as the best in the world by renowned doctors during the Edo period, "Mandara-yu," the origin of Kinosaki Onsen, and "Gosho-no-yu," which is popular for fulfilling romantic wishes. It is recommended to visit each public bath to find your favorite hot spring. Some accommodations include bath tickets for the public baths in their lodging plans, allowing access to all of them. The area around Kinosaki Onsen is lined with ryokans (traditional inns), restaurants, and souvenir shops, exuding an atmosphere akin to a large resort. Visitors can enjoy searching for delicious food while experiencing the public baths and browsing souvenir shops; or indulge in local delicacies such as Matsuba crab and Tajima beef at the inns, offering a rich variety of experiences. In addition to the hot springs, there are many attractions nearby, including art museums and cable cars.

A traditional hot spring town with a rich history of 1,300 years. The six unique public baths are all within walking distance, allowing you to enjoy the fun of exploring the hot springs. Nearby, there are numerous hot spring inns, restaurants, and souvenir shops.