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Introduction to Takeo Onsen
Takeo Onsen, known for its clear and soft water quality, is a hot spring with a history of 1300 years.
The spring quality is a weak alkaline simple spring, containing a balanced mix of various components. It is renowned for its excellent heat retention properties and its ability to moisturize the skin, making it smooth and supple.
This has earned it the nickname “Beauty Hot Spring” over the centuries.
This has earned it the nickname “Beauty Hot Spring” over the centuries.
Not only can visitors enjoy staying overnight, but there are also many spots where they can experience drop-in bathing.
It’s a perfect opportunity to enjoy various hot springs and achieve beautiful skin.
It’s a perfect opportunity to enjoy various hot springs and achieve beautiful skin.
Recommended Hot Springs
Moto Yu(元湯)
The building housing the hot spring facilities in use today is the oldest in Japan, constructed in the 9th year of the Meiji era.
With its high ceilings and spacious bath, it offers a relaxed atmosphere filled with a retro romantic charm, making it a hot spring bath rich in ambiance.
Address | 7425 Takeo-cho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture |
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TEL | 0954-23-2001 |
Bathing Hours | 6:30 AM to 12:00 AM (Last admission is one hour before closing) |
Bathing Fees | ・Adults/500 yen ・Children (ages 3 to elementary school)/250 yen |
Additional Information | Individuals with tattoos, those who are intoxicated, and those who violate manners are not allowed. Body soap and rinse-in shampoo are available. |
Tonosama Yu(殿様湯)
In the middle of the Edo period, it was constructed as a private bath for the lord of Takeo, Nabeshima of Takeo. It is a magnificent bath made entirely of marble.
The “Edo Sanpu Kikou” (Journey to Edo) includes an account of Philipp Franz von Siebold, who visited Takeo, bathing in the lord’s bath.
Address | 7425 Takeo-cho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture |
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TEL | 0954-23-2001 |
Bathing Hours | 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM (No reservation required; service is provided on a first-come, first-served basis at the location.) |
Bathing Fees | ・4,300 yen per room per hour (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) ・Weekday discount rate/3,800 yen |
Additional Information | Body soap and rinse-in shampoo are available. |
Sagi no Yu(鷺之湯)
“Sagi no Yu” serves as the bathhouse for the “Roumontei” ryokan, offering an experience distinct from that of a public bathhouse.
In addition to the regular indoor baths, this hot spring facility features an open-air bath and a sauna, providing a variety of relaxing options for guests.
Address | 7425 Takeo-cho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture |
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TEL | 0954-23-2001 |
Bathing Hours | 6:30 AM to 12:00 AM (Last admission is one hour before closing) |
Bathing Fees | ・Adults/740 yen ・Children (ages 3 to elementary school)/370 yen |
Additional Information | Individuals with tattoos, those who are intoxicated, and those who violate manners are not allowed. Body soap and rinse-in shampoo are available. |
Kyotoya(京都屋)
Kyotoya takes pride in its own natural hot spring source, recommended for women as the “Beauty Bath.”
Enjoy the colorless, transparent, and silky quality of the water in the indoor baths, open-air baths, and mist sauna.
Enjoy the colorless, transparent, and silky quality of the water in the indoor baths, open-air baths, and mist sauna.
The indoor bath operates all night, allowing guests to use it multiple times during their stay.
Address | 7266-7 Takeo-cho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture |
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TEL | 0954-23-2171 |
Bathing Hours (Indoor Bath & Open-Air Bath) | 1:00 PM to 10:00 AM the following day (Closed every Tuesday and Wednesday) |
Bathing Hours (Mist Sauna) | 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM (Closed every Tuesday and Wednesday) |
Bathing Fees | ・Adults/1,000 yen (includes rental of one set of a face towel and a bath towel) ・Elementary school students/500 yen (includes rental of one face towel) ・Preschool children free |
Additional Information | Additional towels and bath towels are available for a fee (Towel 100 yen, Bath towel 200 yen). |
Ougiya(扇屋)
The bathhouse features three types of private baths: “Sugi no Yu” (Cedar Bath) with a capacity for 4 adults, “Sakura no Yu” (Cherry Blossom Bath) for up to 3 adults, and “Hinoki no Yu” (Cypress Bath) designed for 2 adults. Each bath offers a unique experience.
“Sugi no Yu” utilizes cedar wood extensively across its walls, creating a serene atmosphere.
“Sakura no Yu” is adorned with domestic cherry blossom granite, providing a luxurious soak.
“Hinoki no Yu” is entirely made of cypress, from the bath to the walls, enveloping bathers in its aromatic scent.
“Sakura no Yu” is adorned with domestic cherry blossom granite, providing a luxurious soak.
“Hinoki no Yu” is entirely made of cypress, from the bath to the walls, enveloping bathers in its aromatic scent.
The spring quality is a weak alkaline simple spring, known for its moisturizing properties and beneficial effects on the skin, offering a beautifying experience.
Address | 7399 Takeo-cho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture |
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TEL | 0954-22-3188 |
Bathing Hours | 1:00 PM to 10:00 AM the following day (Closed every Tuesday and Wednesday) |
Bathing Hours (Mist Sauna) | 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM (Last admission at 9:00 PM) |
Bathing Fees | Private Bath (1 hour)/3,000 yen (tax included) |
Additional Information | Towels (bath towel for an additional fee of 200 yen), hair dryer, brush, hair ring, shower cap, cotton swab, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, facial soap, and basic cosmetics are available. |
Nanairo no Yu(七彩の湯)
The pride of the facility is its own natural hot spring.
In the source bath, guests can enjoy a high-quality spring known for its soft touch on the skin, along with a variety of other options such as an open-air bath, bubble bath, waterfall shower, and sauna.
The water, rich in moisturizing effects, is excellent for dry skin, oily skin, and those suffering from cold sensitivity, offering a silky, beautifying bath experience.
There are also family baths available, making it a versatile destination for individuals and groups seeking relaxation and skin benefits.
There are also family baths available, making it a versatile destination for individuals and groups seeking relaxation and skin benefits.
Address | 4300-1 Osaki, Kitagata-cho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture |
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TEL | 0954-36-5926 |
Bathing Hours | 1:00 PM to 10:00 AM the following day (Closed every Tuesday and Wednesday) |
Day Trip Bathing Information | ・Hours: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Last admission at 9:30 PM) ・Adults (junior high school students and older)/800 yen ・Children (ages 3 to elementary school students)/400 yen |
Private Bath Information | ・Available only on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays ・Hours: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Last admission at 7:45 PM) ・Use for 1 hour ・Room charge (1,200 yen to 1,750 yen) + Hot spring bathing fee (Adults 800 yen / Children 400 yen) ・No reservations. |
Additional Information | Towels (200 yen) and bath towels (800 yen) are available for a fee. |
Last Word
The hot springs introduced today are just a small portion of what Takeo Onsen has to offer.
There are many more hot springs in Takeo, so when you visit Saga Prefecture, be sure to enjoy the variety of hot springs available.
There are many more hot springs in Takeo, so when you visit Saga Prefecture, be sure to enjoy the variety of hot springs available.