Tenzan No Yu Onsen
Kyoto's sprawling spa complex
To the west of Kyoto, very close to Arashiyama, the Tenzan No Yu onsen offers a wide choice of baths and hot springs.
Useful information
Tenzan No Yu is more than an onsen. It is a vast spa complex , which, in addition to promising the experience of the pools of thermal hot springs ( onsen ), offers jet baths, cold baths or even a sauna. Located in Sagano near Arashiyama , it is easily accessible from Kyoto via public transportation. Strategically located a few kilometers from the bamboo forest , it is the ideal break after a long walk in Arashiyama , to treat the sore feet of walkers!
Its hot spring originates in the mountains, at a depth of 1200 meters and its exceptional concentration of sodium brings it closer to sea water. the reputation of making the skin particularly soft . The hot baths offer its visitors water up to 42°C.
As often, you will have to start by leaving your shoes in a locker at the entrance. At the reception, you will be given a bracelet that will allow you to open your locker, but also to order food and drink at the restaurant, or even to book a massage. You will then have to pay at the exit.
The Ginkaku bath
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The highlight of the place? Outdoor and indoor baths for the more cautious.
Outside, you will have the choice between three different pools:
- The Kinkaku hot spring , in a beautiful basin surrounded by stones, sheltered under a wooden awning protecting it from bad weather. Its cloudy water is loaded with iron, and therefore strongly recommended for people suffering from anemia.
- Right next to it, you will find the Utatane baths , to bathe at the waist.
The foot basin
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To complete this moment of relaxation
Finally, you can ask for a Korean massage , which is accompanied by a scrub to rid the skin of its impurities.
And before leaving, be sure to stop by the footbath hut. In addition to the classic foot bath in hot water, the Tenzan No Yu onsen offers you to immerse your feet in the middle of hot ceramic balls . And to continue pampering your feet, you can also enjoy a "fish pedicure" for an additional 300 yen (€2.50)!
- Read also: Ashiyu, Japanese public footbaths
The ceramic foot bath
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The onsen restaurant
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The sauna on the men's side
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In addition, the onsen has many other facilities for relaxation, such as massage chairs, relaxation areas with armchairs and tatami with newspapers and comics available. For children, a games room is even offered, like Japanese game centers .
Finally, the establishment also includes a fresh fruit juice counter, as well as a large restaurant offering quality traditional cuisine.
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Address, timetable & access
Address
Phone
(+81) 075-882-4126Timetable
Get off at the "Arisugawa" stop of the Keifuku Randen tram linePrice
Adult: 1050 yen (8€40) Child: 500 yen (4€), free for children under 3 years oldAccess
Open daily from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m.Website
http://www.ndg.jp/tenzan/en/
