Access Guide
Mystical golden waters rising from 1,200 meters underground
Kobe Osawa Onsen
Kinsenka no Yu
A Western mansion standing in the midst of magnificent nature — there lies the mystical golden bath.
The colorless, transparent water rising from deep in the earth blossoms into a golden bath upon contact with air.
Since ancient times, this hot spring has soothed travelers' fatigue, drawing many for healing baths.
Same hot spring quality as Arima OnsenAt Kinsenka no Yu, please enjoy a leisurely time that refreshes both body and soul.
Particular details
[Mystical hot spring rising on the property]
Colorless, transparent water rising from 1,200 m underground oxidizes upon contact with air, transforming into a brownish-gold hue and blossoming into a golden bath. Once you immerse in the highly concentrated golden waters, your body becomes enveloped in gold, allowing you to enjoy a flowing-source, naturally high-quality hot spring.
[Hot spring components that ease travel fatigue]
The high iron and salt content of this hot spring water is said to be effective for back pain, joint pain, fatigue recovery, and various ailments. Used by many for healing baths since ancient times. Mildly acidic, gentle on the skin, with healing effects for atopic conditions and chronic skin diseases. The salt forming a thin film on the skin makes it excellent for warmth retention and moisturizing — a skin-friendly hot spring. It is a globally rare hot spring containing 7 of the 9 components designated by the Ministry of the Environment as therapeutic spring qualities.
[9 baths to soothe travel fatigue]
In addition to the flowing-source hot spring, we offer 9 different enjoyable hot springs in total. Use the jet bath with excellent massage effect to ease stiffness, or warm your body in the sauna. Reflecting on the day's memories while leisurely feeling the breeze in the lying-down bath is also a treat. Soothe travel fatigue and relax leisurely.
Usage guide
| Hours of use | Day-use bath: 6:30–9:00 12:00–23:00 * Last entry is 30 minutes before each closing time. * No regular closing day. |
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| Usage fee (Day-use bath) | Adult (junior high and older): 1,200 yen
Children (elementary): 600 yen Infants (3+ years): 300 yen Towel rental: Paid (250 yen) * Prices are uniform regardless of weekday or weekend/holiday. |
| Spring quality | Iron-bearing sodium-calcium-chloride low-temperature spring; hypertonic, weakly acidic, low-temperature spring |
| Effects | Neuralgia / Muscle pain / Joint pain / Frozen shoulder / Motor paralysis / Joint stiffness / Bruises / Sprains / Chronic digestive disorders / Hemorrhoids / Sensitivity to cold / Post-illness recovery / Fatigue recovery / Cuts / Health promotion / Burns / Chronic skin conditions / Frail children / Chronic gynecological conditions / Menstrual disorders |
| Important notes | ・Those with infectious diseases. ・Those with high blood pressure, heart disease, or other conditions for which a doctor has prohibited bathing. ・Those under the influence of alcohol or causing trouble to others. ・Those with tattoos. |
Fitness
A fitness gym is also available inside Kobe Osawa Onsen as a free service for overnight guests.
Easily refresh yourself while supporting your health.
Hours: 12:00–21:00
(Last entry 20:00)
* Additional charges apply for shoe, wear, and towel rentals.
* During busy times, you may be asked to wait or use a time-limit system.