Kobe Onsen Hotel | Gold-colored hot spring from 1,200 m underground

Three Reasons

01

Gold Natural Onsen

Flowing-source water from 1,200 m underground. Iron oxidizes on contact with air, turning the water from clear to brown and finally a vivid gold.

02

9 Different Baths

Jet bath, sauna, sleep bath and more — nine distinct baths in the onsen zone. Hotel guests can use them as often as they like during opening hours.

03

Forest Western Mansion

A western-style hotel in the forest, modeled after a Dutch national art museum. Set in the natural surroundings of Osawa-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe.

Hotel & Onsen Guide

Kinsenka no Yu (Onsen)

"Kinsenka no Yu" Kobe Osawa Hot Spring. Flowing-source, classified as Iron-Sodium-Calcium-Chloride low-temperature spring; hypertonic, weakly acidic.

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Accommodation

129 rooms across western suites, Japanese-style (10/12 tatami), barrier-free and pet-friendly options. Check-in 15:00, check-out 10:00.

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Restaurant Cattleya

Lunch buffet 11:00–14:30, dinner buffet 17:00–21:00 (90-minute seating). Executive-chef-supervised seasonal cuisine.

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OZO BBQ Terrace

1,500-seat covered BBQ terrace. Lunch 11:00–15:30 (LO 14:30). Pet-friendly on the terrace.

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Access & Shuttle

Free shuttle microbus from JR Sanda Station (reservation required). Just off the Osawa IC exit of the Rokko-Kita Expressway, within the Michi-no-Eki complex.

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Banquet & Venue Rental

Up to 200 guests across 8 venues. Orchid, Lilac, Freesia and Music Hall all available for private rental.

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Fitness Gym

Free for hotel guests. Open 12:00–21:00 (last entry 20:00). Located in the onsen zone — relax after your bath.

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Book Your Stay

Book directly through our official site. Enjoy a special time in Kobe's natural surroundings.

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Day-use Hours & Pricing

Day-use (morning)	6:30–9:00 (last entry 8:30)
Day-use (afternoon/evening)	12:00–23:00 (last entry 22:30)
Closed days	None — open daily
Adult (junior-high and above)	¥1,200
Elementary school	¥600
Toddler (3 and above)	¥300
Towel rental	¥250

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of hot spring is it?

Iron-Sodium-Calcium-Chloride low-temperature spring (hypertonic, weakly acidic). Sourced from 1,200 m underground, the same spring quality as Arima Onsen. The water holds 7 of the 9 therapeutic-spring components designated by Japan's Ministry of the Environment.

How many baths are there?

Nine baths in total, including a flowing-source main bath, jet bath, sauna and sleep bath.

Do I need a reservation for day-use bathing?

No reservation required. Hours are 6:30–9:00 and 12:00–23:00 (last entry 30 min before closing). Open daily with no regular closing day.

Can hotel guests bathe at any time?

Hotel guests may use the baths as often as they like during opening hours.

Is there a shuttle bus from JR Sanda Station?

Yes — a free 28-seater shuttle microbus for hotel guests and BBQ visitors (reservation required). See the Access page for the timetable.

Kobe Onsen Hotel: Gold-colored Spring in a Forest Mansion