Kobe: Be sure to visit Arima Onsen

Arima Onsen, a famous Japanese hot spring with 700 years of history. A 2-day, 1-night traditional hot spring hotel itinerary includes eating Kobe beef, enjoying Japanese Kaiseki cuisine, and bathing in one of Japan's three famous hot springs. 🌈Theme features: The hotel is located in Arima Onsen, one of Japan's three famous hot springs. Hyoe Koyokaku has a 700-year history and is the hot spring hotel where SMAP, a former Japanese national idol group, stayed during their five-person trip. Hyoe Koyokaku is a long-established Japanese-style hot spring hotel in the Arima Onsen area of Kobe, Japan, known for its traditional atmosphere, high-quality service, and unique hot spring experience. Hyoe Koyokaku is located in Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, a 6-minute walk from Arima Onsen Station, and is surrounded by attractions such as Arima Onsen and Zempuku-ji Temple, making it a convenient location. The hotel has a history of 700 years. Although it has been renovated many times, it still retains its traditional Japanese style and is a model of the seamless integration of history and modern comfort. ♨️Hot spring experience: The hotel is famous for its "Kinsenyu" (hot spring containing iron salt) and has three public baths (Sannoyu, open-air bath, etc.). The water quality is orange-red and has both skin-beautifying and healing effects. Some of the baths are used alternately by men and women at different times, so guests can experience different styles. At that time, the five members of SMAP stayed in a suite in the East Building, which also had a private bathroom with hot spring, specially prepared for guests who need privacy. The rooms are equipped with massage chairs to relax after bathing; free drinks are provided in the public area, and you can also enjoy them after bathing at night. 🏘️Room type/layout: The traditional tatami rooms are spacious and feature shoji paper screens and Japanese futon bedding. Some room types have small balconies. Although there is no private hot spring, the space layout is comfortable and suitable for families or couples. 🧹Soundproofing/hygiene: The hot spring quality is high, especially the quiet atmosphere of the open-air bath. The service is attentive, and the staff proactively solves problems (such as pipeline repairs) and provides surprises such as upgraded room types. The catering exceeded expectations, and Kobe beef and buffet desserts were highly praised. 🎯Entertainment facilities: The hotel has karaoke rooms, table tennis areas, bars, and Japanese-style restaurants. 💰️Average cost: CNY 1,100–2,400/night (accommodation + Kaiseki dinner + Japanese buffet breakfast) 💗Other tips: 1. People with tattoos may be restricted from entering public baths. 2. If you are traveling by train, after arriving at "Arima Onsen" Station, just call the hotel and a free shuttle will pick you up. 3. It is recommended to use the hotel's shuttle service. Although the distance between the station and the hotel is short and can be reached on foot, please note that Arima Onsen is located in the mountains and the roads are very steep, so it is not suitable for walking with luggage. 4. The table tennis court and karaoke venue in the hotel need to be reserved in advance with the hotel front desk. The cost may fluctuate, so it is recommended to ask the front desk on the day. 5. Most of the hotel front desks use Japanese-style English, so there may be language barriers. It is recommended to bring an AI translation app to directly convert Chinese to Japanese for communication.