Kobe Attractions | Arima Onsen, the oldest and most famous hot spring resort in Kansai

#spa According to records, Arima Onsen originated between 629 and 641 AD, and has a history of more than a thousand years. There are seven hot spring sources in Arima Onsen, each of which has a different name based on the quality of the spring and the story behind it. They are Tansuan, Taiko, Gosho, Tenjin, Du, Ariake and Gokuraku. The most special thing about the hot spring water is that there are two types of hot spring water: the bright and clear "Golden Hot Spring" and the clear and transparent "Silver Hot Spring". The Golden Hot Spring is a saline spring containing iron and sodium, which has a healing effect on joint pain, cold hands and feet, etc. Gin-yu is a carbonated spring that can treat gout, chronic gynecological diseases, etc. It is well-known throughout the world and was loved by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Transportation is also very convenient. You can take JR West or Hankyu Railway from Osaka to Kobe, and then take the Kobe Electric Railway from Kobe to Arima Onsen Station. If you don't want to stay overnight, you can choose between the Gold and Silver Springs at the Day-Return Hot Springs, and you can also purchase joint tickets, which is very convenient and great value.