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The ashiyu (foot bath) at Satono-yu
Legend has it that storks would bathe in the marshes of Kinosaki to heal their wounds. Later, bath houses were built over these very sites to take advantage of the healing waters. Since then Kinosaki has become a top onsen destination in the Kansai region.
Nowadays there are numerous ryokan in the area, all with their own baths, but the real draw to Kinosaki are the seven public bath house (sotoyu). Also scattered throughout town are some beautiful foot baths (ashiyu) and spring water drinking fountains.
Kinosaki's public bath houses:
Visitors staying at a local ryokan can use Kinosaki's seven public bath houses for free between check-in and check-out. In order to gain free admission, they need to wear the ryokan's yukata and bring admission coupons provided by the ryokan.
Many visitors decide to skip their ryokan's bath in favor of a sotoyu meguri (bath stroll), walking around sampling the various public baths. In the past it was also customary to visit Onsenji Temple to make a prayer before bathing, but this is not a common practice anymore.
When visiting public baths, it is recommended that you bring your own towels or towels provided by the ryokan, although, towels are also available for purchase or rental at bath houses. Soap and shampoo are provided within the baths.
Sotoyu Meguri
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An onsen water drinking fountain
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How to get there
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Kinosaki's seven public baths are scattered across the town, about 100 to 400 meters apart from each other. All can be reached on foot. It takes about 15-25 minutes to walk from the station to the most distant bath house, the Kono-yu.
How to get to and around Kinosaki Onsen
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Hotels and Ryokan
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Kojinmari
The smallest & cozy onsen inn with only 4 guest rooms. Rates without meals from 7350Yen. 5min walk from Kinosaki Station.
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Yamamotoya
Located in the middle of Kinosaki town. Try our local beer and a variety of rental yukata. 8min walk from Kinosaki Station.
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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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Onishiya Suisyoen
A modern Japanese hotel. Sauna, Jaccuzi and some Western style rooms. Offering free rental bicycle, WiFi and shuttle bus.
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Travel Community
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Ratings for Hot Springs:
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japan-guide.com Rating:
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best of Japan
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User Rating (by 74 users):
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91/100
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highly recommended
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Popularity of Hot Springs:
Users who have been to Kinosaki: 175
Users who have been to Hot Springs: 132
1st of 4 most visited sights in Kinosaki.
309th of 726 most visited sights nationwide.
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