2024 Sumoto Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)

Enjoy a Day Trip at Hotel New Awaji on Awaji Island

Currently, day trips are only available with lunch and hot springs (or just a meal). You can use the 'Spa Terrace Suigetsu', the 'Treatment Spa Komoe' (paid), and the 'Amamiya no Shizuku' at the annex Awaji Yumesenkei. Lunch is served at 'Bar Awaji'. Black soybean tea is provided at the post-bath area 'Oasis'. This time, I chose the Awaji Island Seafood Noodles for lunch. The noodles were made with seafood sourced from the local fishing port. Although the day trip-only option is no longer available, I enjoyed a luxurious time with the large public bath all to myself. This hotel is recommended for hot spring lovers, as you can enjoy the sauna, open-air bath, and the hotel's own red hot spring, Komoe Onsen. ◆ Day Trip Casual Plan ◆ Awaji Island Seafood Noodles + Bath Ticket 〈Price〉3,520 yen per adult (tax and service charge included) 〈Meal Time〉11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 〈Closed〉Tuesdays 〈Hot Spring Usage Time〉 ・Spa Terrace Suigetsu (12:00 PM - 6:00 PM) Awaji Tanada no Yu (Men) Kuniumi no Yu (Women) ・Awaji Yumesenkei Yuhinkaku Amamiya no Shizuku (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM) Visit Date: October 2024 ✱----------------------------------------------- 【Accommodation】Hotel New Awaji 【Location】20 Kojidani, Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture (Komoe Coast) 【Access】By car: About 15 minutes from Sumoto IC, about 25 minutes from Tsuna Ichinomiya IC, about 15 minutes from Awaji Island Central Smart IC -----------------------------------------------✱

Awaji Island: Special Floor 'Riraku' Room with Open-Air Bath (Room Edition)

The terrace features an open-air bath made of cypress wood. Of course, the water is from a hot spring, and you can enjoy an ocean view. The spacious room includes a twin Western-style bedroom and a sofa where you can relax. This hot spring inn is recommended for those who want to be healed or for special occasions. Due to its popularity, early planning is advised. ✱----------------------------------------------- Name: Hotel New Awaji Bettei Awaji Yumesenkei Location: 1052-2 Koyatsu, Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture Access: By car: About 15 minutes from Sumoto IC, about 25 minutes from Tsuna Ichinomiya IC, about 15 minutes from Awaji Island Central Smart IC Reference Budget: Special Floor 'Riraku' Twin Room with Open-Air Bath, 2 people per room @34,100 yen~/person, Check-in 15:00, Check-out 10:00 (Riraku Special Late Check-out 11:00) Visit Date: October 2024 -----------------------------------------------✱

Awaji Island: Stunning Private Rooftop Open-Air Bath (Sumoto Onsen)

Located on the top floor of the hotel, this private open-air bath offers a panoramic view of the sea while you soak in the hot springs and enjoy a foot bath. It is a highly recommended private bath that can be used for both day trips and overnight stays. ◆ Rooftop Private Open-Air Bath 'Yumefusen' 【Hours of Operation】05:00〜23:00 (Last entry at 22:00) 50 minutes per session 【Fee】3,000 yen for Hinoki type, 7 rooms (Maximum 3 people per room) *Available only for guests using the accommodation or day trip plans ◆ Foot Bath Area 'Hinemosu Garden' 【Hours of Operation】05:00〜23:00 【Fee】Free ✱----------------------------------------------- 【Accommodation】Hotel New Awaji 【Location】20 Kojidani, Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture (Komoe Beach) 【Access】By car: About 15 minutes from Sumoto IC, about 25 minutes from Tsuna Ichinomiya IC, about 15 minutes from Awaji Island Central Smart IC Visit Date: October 2024 -----------------------------------------------✱

If you're a Hello Kitty fan, you won't want to miss the themed restaurant - HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX. More than an exhibition, music and food are incorporated into the theater restaurant of this Show Box. Because of this, you can watch a special performance while enjoying your meal. On the second floor is an exhibition, consisting of five stories.

Hotel New Awaji - Sumoto Onsen: A luxurious oasis on the coast, offering Japanese hot springs and cuisine.

"💫Hotel New Awaji, rated as the 'Best Hotel' by Japan's JTB, has always been a dream place for me. After experiencing it in person, I just want to say: it's worth it! In addition, there are two other hotels, 'Nagisa no Sho Hanagoyomi' and 'Yumoto Kan Unkai', which share this beautiful coastline and form a large resort." "🏖Imagine that the three hotels are exclusively located on the extended coastline. You can check in at any hotel and then freely shuttle between various facilities. Whichever hotel has a vacancy can be your destination. This casual and free feeling is simply a small fortune in travel!" "♨The hot spring experience of the hotel is definitely a highlight. There are three public hot springs, a rooftop private bath, and a foot bath, allowing you to experience ultimate relaxation in the sea breeze. I especially recommend the hot spring of 'Yumoto Kan Unkai'. The scenery and facilities there are first-class, and even the hair dryer is better than that of ordinary hotels." "🍽As for the food, remember to book dinner in advance. There are several restaurants in the hotel to choose from, each with its own characteristics. Breakfast is a rich buffet, allowing a wonderful day to start from the taste buds." "🛏The rooms are spacious and full of Japanese style. We chose the tatami room type with a balcony, which can directly face the sea. Unfortunately, it was cloudy that day and we couldn't appreciate the magnificent sunset🌄, but the sunrise🌅 in the early morning must be beautiful." "🚗In terms of transportation, the hotel provides a free shuttle service, and you can enjoy convenient travel by making an appointment in advance. Whether you are departing from the hotel or returning, there is a clear timetable. Remember to check it out and don't miss it!" "I hope my sharing can make you feel the charm of Hotel New Awaji. Here, it is not only a rest stop on the journey, but also a paradise where the soul can be nourished. When the sun shines on the sea, when the sea breeze blows through the hair, you will find that everything here is worth it!"

Sumoto Castle Ruins: A Journey into Japanese History

The Sumoto Castle Ruins are a historical treasure in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. This site, a medieval castle from the 16th century, boasts unique architectural styles and historical significance. The remnants of the castle and the surrounding landscape offer a glimpse into ancient Japan's military strategies and way of life. The view from the castle's location is particularly captivating, effectively conveying the atmosphere of the past. Informative signs and explanations at the site provide visitors with rich historical context, making it a great spot for photography as well. Highly recommended for history enthusiasts and travelers looking to explore traditional Japanese culture, the Sumoto Castle Ruins offer an unforgettable historical exploration experience.

AGAL Beach Club & Villa Awaji

#weekendgetaways stayed in a detached house! The hotel allows dogs to stay and also has a barbecue set. There was also a sauna, so you could make your own fire by burning wood, so it was fresh and fun! It was really cold the day I went, so the barbecue was really cold, but in the summer, it's the sea in front of me, so I wonder if I can go swimming? Well, there was a beach nearby, so I guess I can enjoy it more in the summer.overall it awesome

Facing the sea

Nook aims to create a quiet, beautiful house away from the hustle and bustle of the city. As soon as you step into the house, you can see the boundless sea, as if living on the sea. Here, you will forget the time and slowly feel the healing power brought by the sea. Awaji Island Homestay Highlights: From afar, the appearance of the homestay is a modern and minimalist box shape. On the way to the homestay's gate, when stepping on the ceramic tiles at the front door, you can look up and see the sea. -Enter the room and stand on the floor made of Yoshino cedar wood, smelling the fragrance of cedar floating in the room, like living in a forest cabin, but outside the window is the vast and boundless sea! Relax like on vacation.

Awaji Island is the third largest island in Japan and the largest island in the Seto Inland Sea. Famous for its hot spring hotel, New Awaji Hotel is located in the prime location of Kobe, close to the major attractions in the city and is one of the best hotels in Awaji Island. The hotel is surrounded by mountains and seas and offers direct views of the sea from the room. The hotel has three biggest features: 1, the rental of bicycles at the door, convenient for travellers; 2, the hotel comes with hot springs, outdoor soup, to ease the fatigue of the trip; 3, grand dinner - authentic Kaiseki cuisine. Awaji Island is located in Kansai, and there are more locals. Tourists are relatively small and the price is relatively cheap, which is highly recommended. z

The last stop of my trip to Kansai is Awaji Island, which is also a way to experience the Kansai holiday. Awaji Island is located in the southern part of Hyogo Prefecture, in the eastern part of the Seto Inland Sea, between the Kobe and the four countries of the state, so it has become a connection point between the state and the four countries in transportation. It is the third largest island in Japan and the largest island in the Seto Inland Sea. The famous hotel is the Spa Hotel, and this hotel is one of the best hotels in Awaji Island. Opened in 1993 and renovated in 2010, Xin Awa Road Hotel is located in the prime location of Kobe, close to the major attractions in the city. We stayed at the hotel and the room was available for five people at the same time. It was really a big capacity! The room is facing the Pacific Ocean, facing the sea, and the appetite is wide open. The hotel is designed to be comfortable, LCD TV/plasma TV in the room