[2025 Toyooka Attraction] Travel Guide for Kinosaki Onsen (Updated Jun)

Kinosaki Onsen, located in Hyogo Prefecture, has been a beloved hot spring town for over 1,300 years. Known for its seven unique public baths, visitors can enjoy the traditional Japanese **onsen-hopping** experience while strolling the charming streets in **yukata**. ### **Tips for Enjoying Kinosaki Onsen** - **Onsen Pass**: Get an Onsen Pass for unlimited access to all seven public baths. - **Stay in a Ryokan**: Experience traditional inns and delicious **kaiseki** meals. - **Visit in Winter**: The snow adds a magical touch, and don’t miss the famous **matsuba crab** season from November to March. Kinosaki Onsen is the perfect blend of history, culture, and relaxation. #KinosakiOnsen #OnsenHopping #JapanTravel #RelaxAndUnwind #100waysoftravel

When it's cold, it's hard to go out far away, but winter is the peak season for Kinosaki Onsen! So I went there 🚃 This time, I was worried about snow, so I took the express train from Osaka Station and went slowly ☕️ When driving to Kinosaki Onsen in the winter season, snow tires are a must! Kinosaki Onsen, which faces the Sea of ​​Japan, is a snowy area, and even if it wasn't snowing before you left, it can suddenly snow and cover the entire area in snow. Even if there is no snow, the temperature is low, so there is a risk of roads freezing in mountainous areas, so I recommend that you go out with a set of cold weather gear and be well prepared 🥶🌧 #HyogoTourism #KinosakiOnsen

#Hot springs #Autumn trip #Western Japan There are so many hot springs that you can go on a day trip to visit them, but if you stay overnight you can plan a more relaxing itinerary. Depending on the time of year, there may be a lot of university students, so you should keep that in mind when planning your trip.

Kinosaki Onsen in winter Kinosaki Onsen in Hyogo Prefecture boasts a history of about 1,300 years since the Heian period, and even today it gives you a taste of Japanese culture. At Kinosaki Onsen, formal attire is a yukata and geta sandals. Guests staying at the inn are provided with a yukata to wear inside the inn, as well as one to wear when walking around the hot spring town. When you think of Kinosaki Onsen, you think of touring the seven outdoor baths! Wear this yukata when you go on a tour of the baths. The seven outdoor baths are named Ichinoyu, Goshonoyu, Mandarayu, Satonoyu, Yanagiyu, Jizoyu, and Konoyu. There are also several facilities with family baths, so the whole family can bathe in one bath! It's safe for families with small children. I like winter hot springs, so I always go on hot spring trips in winter. It feels so good to cool my hot body in the cold, clear air! However, you need to be careful because if there is a heavy snowstorm your hair may freeze in the open-air bath, or you may catch a cold if you cool your body too much. #Spectacular views #Hyogo Prefecture #Kinosaki Onsen #Spectacular views

💞Reasons to Recommend: Delicious Breakfast and Kaiseki Dinner in our beautiful traditional Ryokan Yuraka. Most amazing and friendlist people in this town. The food was always so fresh and yummy. It is nice to stroll around the small town in a Yukata. ♨️Onsen Hopping: Also loved that you could visit many different types of Onsen in the town. There are curreny 6 operating public bathhouses. The 7. is under construction as of May 2025. 👘Hotel: Our beautiful Yuraka ryokan was amazing and offered private Onsen for hotel guests as well! The staff were so incredible friendly. I would actually prefer to gatekeep this place and hotel✨#onsen #kinosakionsen #japan #deliciousfood

#GetDiscountsWithoutLuck Soak in 7 Hot Springs in a 1,300-Year-Old Village Welcome to Kinosaki Onsen, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan🇯🇵 This is located in the northern part of the Kansai region. 🌨️ On the way, it started to snow. The atmosphere was great when we went. We checked in at Kinsui Ryokan, the cheapest hotel we could find at that time. If you stay in this village, most hotels will provide you with a yukata to wear. To soak in the traditional atmosphere, there will be a sign for you to enter the hot springs. You can enter all 7 places for free.🧖🏻♀️ The properties of the hot springs include minerals, calcium, and chloride to relieve various fatigues. According to history, each hot spring can cure illnesses and bring good fortune. It is a belief that has been passed down. As for us, soaking in the hot springs in the cold weather was really great. You have to come and experience it yourself. 🎋The atmosphere in the village is lovely and warm. You can walk around and enjoy it. There is also a viewpoint on top by cable car. It is a very charming place. There are many cute shops in the village, including cafes, restaurants, and souvenirs. This is another place you should visit once when visiting Kansai. 🚅Travel: From Osaka to Kinosaki Onsen - Travel by JR Osaka Station, take the Limited Express (LTD.EXP) Hamakaze and Kounotori lines, and get off at Kinosaki Onsen Onsen Station. The journey takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes. - Travel by JR Shin-Osaka Station, take the Limited Express (LTD.EXP) Kounotori, and get off at Kinosaki Onsen Station. The journey takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes. #kinosakionsen #kinosaki #japaneseonsen #japantrip

It is hard to find an onsen that allows tattoo, has private baths, kids friendly and have amazing food all in one. I've gone through all the regions and this is definitely a hidden gem. Loved walking the streets, the snacks and the ability to visit 8 other onsens. It is a total hidden gem. It also has one of the best crab kiseiki and handcraft sake. Just a dream. #hiddengems #japan #onsenlife

A small and quiet town about 2 hours from Osaka, but I must say that anyone who likes Onsen is really good. I want everyone to try to open their experience. There are 7 hot spring baths (Onsen) in total. 📍Kono-yu 📍Mandara-Yu 📍Goshono-yu 📍Ichino-yu 📍Yanagi-yu 📍Jizo-yu 📍Satono-yu 🗓️Travel planning: It is recommended to use the Kansai Wide Area Pass. #osakajapan #osakatrip #kinosakionsen

Nestled in the scenic mountains of Hyogo Prefecture, Kinosaki Onsen is one of Japan’s most beloved hot spring resorts, offering a relaxing and traditional experience like no other. Known for its seven public baths, the village has earned a reputation as the "Onsen Town", where visitors can enjoy the healing powers of thermal waters while exploring charming streets lined with willow trees. ♨️ The Seven Public Baths Kinosaki Onsen is famous for its seven public baths, each offering a unique atmosphere and therapeutic benefits. The baths are located within walking distance of each other, allowing you to take part in the tradition of "bath hopping," where you visit multiple onsens in one day. Some of the most famous baths include Sharyo no Yu, Goshono Yu, and Yanagi no Yu, each known for their distinct settings and ambiance. 🌿 The Onsen Experience Visitors to Kinosaki Onsen typically wear a traditional yukata (casual kimono) while exploring the town and hopping between baths. Many ryokan (traditional inns) in the area offer private rooms with their own onsen baths, perfect for those who prefer a more intimate and private experience. The thermal waters are rich in minerals, said to help with relaxation, rejuvenation, and improving skin conditions. 🍲 Local Delicacies Kinosaki Onsen is also known for its fresh crab dishes, especially during the winter months when the region’s crabs are at their peak. Enjoy local specialties like Kinosaki Onsen crab hotpot, sushi, and other seasonal delights at one of the many cozy restaurants in the area. ✨ Why Visit Kinosaki Onsen? Kinosaki Onsen offers a perfect blend of relaxation, culture, and natural beauty. Whether you’re a first-time onsen visitor or a seasoned traveler, the charm of this hot spring town makes it a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience Japan’s soothing onsen culture in a traditional and peaceful setting. #KinosakiOnsen #JapaneseHotSprings #OnsenTown #ThermalBaths #RelaxInJapan

Kinosaki Onsen village is a great place to experience hot springs leisure. It’s currently one of a few places which has 7 Onsens that are completely tattoo-friendly. Combine it with living in traditional ryokan and having a kaiseki dinner, walk around in yukata and fall in love with the japanese countryside. Each season has something to offer. Autumn, in particular, is very comfortable in terms of temperature, and starting November the delicious snow crab appears in menu.

Quiet, another old onsen town, peaceful and shady, very worth coming to relax. A small town with the atmosphere of old Japan. Especially at night, the sound of clogs echoes throughout the town. Everyone will wear yukata and clogs and walk out to soak in the various onsen. The atmosphere is warm and charming. ☺️🌃 I'd like you to come and experience it once. #kinosakionsen #japan 📍Address: Kinosaki Onsen

#cherryblossom2024 Historical onsen Kinosaki is an ancient resort town in the north of Hyogo Prefecture. Surrounded by mountains and the sea, it is beautiful at any time of the year. Sakura blooms here in spring, it is cool in summer and snowy in winter. You can read more about the city on its official website. Recommended Take a dip in one of the hot springs Walk around the city in yukata Go to the Onsen-ji Temple and the mountains How to get there From Kyoto and Osaka, you can take the Sanin Main Line. The nearest station is Kinosaki Onsen. A direct trip from Osaka to Toyooka Station takes about two and a half hours. Next, you need to take a local train to Kinosaki Onsen Station. The city on the shore There are many Japanese ryokan hotels along both banks of the Maruyama River. Most of them have onsen. Seven public baths in different parts of the city are the main attraction of Kinosaki. Guests of the city are offered to buy a ticket for 1000 yen, which allows access to all the baths. In addition, foot baths with hot carbonated water are scattered around the city. Those who stay in one of the ryokan can visit public onsen for free: you only need to take a pass at the hotel. Around the city in Yukata It is quite common to see visitors to the city in yukata, a thin cotton garment that is often associated with Japanese onsen cities. In the cold winter months, a haori jacket is worn over the yukata. The mystical history of the city The Onsen-ji Temple is located in the western part of Kinosaki. It is dedicated to a Buddhist monk who supposedly founded the city in the 8th century. According to legend, the priest Douti-senin came to Kinosaki in 717. He had a vision that he needed to pray for the health of local residents for 1000 days. After the prayers of Douti-senin, a hot spring was hammered out of the ground, around which baths were built, and then the city. Once upon a time, visitors were obliged to pray in the temple before bathing. The custom is a thing of the past, but the temple remains an interesting attraction of Kinosaki. After you visit there, you can take a walk in the mountains to the west of the city. The main building of the temple can be reached on foot or by funicular, which then goes further to the observation deck at the top of the mountain. Stork Reserve Due to the reduction of their habitat, the Far Eastern storks in Japan had practically disappeared by 1971. The last bird in the country died in the vicinity of Kinosaki. Konotori no Sato Park was created to bring back storks. They were imported from Russia. The park is 10 kilometers south of the city, and can be reached by bus from Toyooka Station.

#summerdream Kinosaki Onsen, the original hot spring town of Hyogo. This town has hot springs that Japanese people believe can cure diseases. It is divided into 7 public baths with famous hot springs. Each bath has different properties. Locals and tourists can soak in the baths. In addition, there are ryokans or traditional Japanese-style accommodations in the town. There are many shops and restaurants for us to choose from. Fresh seafood such as Matsuba crab is also famous in this town. Location: Toyooka, Hyogo, Japan

#dreamvoyage Kinosaki City is a city with 7 hot springs. If we stay in this city, we will get a free hot spring pass every time. We came during the snowy season, it was difficult to walk on the slippery roads and our feet were very cold. But the atmosphere is really beautiful.

The riverside town is full of shops and traditional Japanese ryokans. ✨The highlight here is the 7 public baths or onsen that are located throughout the city and we can walk to soak comfortably. The distance is not far. If you stay at a ryokan in this city, which has many, you will receive a card that allows you to soak in every onsen. The ryokan will let you wear a yukata and walk around the city. You can take pictures and enjoy the atmosphere. Let me tell you that the atmosphere is very good. #dreamdestination #onsen

End of January 2023 - 3 days and 2 nights trip to Kinosaki Onsen Kinosaki Onsen has 7 free hot springs. As long as you stay in a local hotel for one night, you can get a free pass to enjoy all 7 free hot springs. Each hot spring water has different effects. #hotspringhotel #kinosakionsen

This is famous hot spring in Japan.