basic information

Kinosaki is located in northern Hyogo Prefecture on the coast of the Sea of Japan. This pleasant town, built along a willow lined river, is one of the top onsen destinations of the Kansai Region.

Hot springs were discovered in Kinosaki around the 8th century and since then the town has developed into a charmingly old-fashioned onsen town. In the evenings guests of the local ryokan stroll about town in yukata and geta (wooden clogs), visiting the numerous public baths and nostalgic game arcades.

Attractions

Hot Springs (1) About the hot spring baths of Kinosaki Onsen. Town Center (2) Other attractions of the pleasant town. Onsenji Temple (3) Dedicated to the founder of Kinosaki Onsen. Stork Sanctuary (3) Sanctuary for the endangered Oriental Stork.

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Orientation

Access and Orientation How to get to and around Kinosaki Onsen. About transportation in Japan

Accommodation

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Nishimuraya Honkan A traditional hotel with over 150 years of history. Onsen baths with Japanese garden view. Savor the crabs in winter.

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Most visited: Ranked 67th out of 84 destinations

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