6 Best Onsen in Tokyo
12/28/2016
When we mention about Onsen (Hot springs) in Tokyo, we may probably think of Hakone. As we know that, Hakone is famous for its numerous onsen. Near 120 mins from Tokyo by train, visiting Hakone may not suitable for the tourists having a packed schedule. In fact, there are some onsen in Tokyo hub which are worth to go. I am going to recommend 6 best onsen in Tokyo.
Tokyo Dome City LaQua
Tokyo Dome City LaQua consists of three zones: spa, attraction and shopping mall. The hot spring water they use is drawn 1700m underground helping circulation and relieving muscle ache. They also offer different beauty treatments from massages to stylish Korean body scrubs.
Opening Hours:
Spa LaQua 11:00am~09:00am (Shower room~08:30am, Open-air Rotenburo~07:30am)
Closed on 4/11, 4/12, 11/7 and 11/8 (Please visit their official website for more details)
Admission Fee: Adults 2634 yen, Children (aged 18 below) 1836 yen
Additional fee for late-night (1:00 AM to 6:00 AM) is required 1944 yen
Additional fee for holiday (for 2016: 8/12, 8/15, 12/29, 12/30, for 2017: 1/3)
RUN & SPA: 1554 yen
Facility Use:
I.Buy the tickets at the reception counter, the staff will give you the ticket for clothes and a bracelet for the locker.
- Give the ticket to the staff at changing room counter and they will give you clothes and towels
III. No need to carry cash to the restaurants and for massages. You can pay the bill when you leave.
IV Please return the clothes and towels when you leave
Notices:
- Visitors aged under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (elementary school age children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian of the same sex)
- Visitors with tattoos or possible skin disease cannot enter the facilities.
3. Visitors cannot leave and then return to the facilities
4. Smoking is prohibited in the facilities. (Smoking in designated smoking area is accepted)
5. Bring food, books, electronic devices into the bathroom is prohibited
6.Please be quiet in the bathroom
For more details, please visit their official website.
Access:
A 1-min walk from Korakuen Station on Marunouchi Line and Nanboku Line
A 2-min walk from Kasuga Station on Oedo Line
A 3-min walk from Suidōbashi Station on Mita Line
A 3-min walk from Suidōbashi Station on JR Sobu Line and Chuo Line
Official Website: http://www.laqua.jp/pages/en/index.html
Jakotsu-yu
Do you know that there is a traditional Sento (public bathhouse) named Jakotsuyu located in the hub of Asakusa? It is just a 5-min walk from Asakusa Station. Jakotsuyu is a fantastic place to experience Japanese sento culture because of its over 170 years long history. The first-time visitors will be pleasantly surprised because you can also enjoy the traditional Japanese hot spring here. The “black water” hot spring contains rich minerals benefiting our health.There is also a semi open-air hot spring. Visitors will find a vending machine at the entrance. Visitors should buy the tickets at the vending machine first. If you need a soap or towel, you can also buy the tickets for renting a towel/buying a soap at the vending machine. Changing rooms are separated by genders. You cannot take photos in the hot spring to protect personal privacy.
Opening Hours: 13:00~24:00 Closed on Tuesday
Location: 1-11-11 Taito, Tokyo
Admission Fee: Adults 240 yen, Children 180 yen, Infants 80 yen
Access:
A 3-min walk from Tawaramachi Station (Exit No.3) on Tokyo Metro Line
A 5-min walk from Asakusa Station (Exit A1) on Toei Asakusa Line
Maenohara Onsen Saya-no-yudokoro
A 30-min train ride from Shinjuku, there is an nostalgic hot spring named Maenohara Onsen Saya-no-yudokoro located in Itabashi. It is a good place to experience traditional Japanese culture because the hot spring is situated a traditional Showa-period building. There are different types of hot springs you can choose. You can also go to the Korean body scrubs which can help you to improve your blood circulation. The natural greenish brown hot spring water contains rich sodium chloride content maintaining our body temperature.Hot stone bath (ganbanyoku) on the 2nd floor is also highly recommended. The hot stone bath is a four-season-themed room. Different themed rooms have different effects on your body. There is a Japanese restaurant in the hot spring too. Enjoying your meal with Japanese garden view would be your unforgettable memories in your life.
Opening Hours : 10:00~25:00 (last check-in 00:00)
Admission Fee : [Weekdays]Adults 870 yen /Children 550 yen
[Weekends and National Holidays] Adults 1,100 yen/ Children 750 yen
* Towels/Clothes for rent : 310 yen Towels and Clothes (Set) for rent: 510 yen
Notices:
i.Additional fee will be charged on the national holidays (100yen/hr will be charged if you stay in the hot spring over 5 hours)
ii.Credit cards are not accpeted
iii.Additional fee will be charged on the particular national holidays (New Year's Eve, the first week of May etc.)
iv.accommodation is not available
Location: 1-41-3 Maeno Machi, Itabashi, Tokyo
Access:
A 8-minute walk from Shimura-Sakaue Station (Exit A2) on the Toei Mita Line
[By bus]
Walking from Maeno Cho Yonchome Bus Station along the Red 53 Kokusai Kogyo bus route (To JR Akabane Station West Gate) from Tokiwadai Station on Tobu Tojo Line
Walking from Maeno Cho Sanchome Bus Station along the Red 53 Kokusai Kogyo bus route (To Tokiwa) from JR Akabane Station West Gate
Official Website: https://www.sayanoyudokoro.co.jp/english
Somei Onsen Sakura
Only 10 mins by train from Shinjuku Station, there is a famous hot spring named Somei Onsen Sakura located in Sugamo. Visitors can relax and escape from city life because of its gorgeous interior design. I am sure that you can enjoy your whole day here because you can find everything you need. You can enjoy your meal in their lovely and relaxing restaurant to heal your body. You can also buy drinks at the vending machines. The bill will be settled up when you leave. The hot spring water they use is from Somei Onsen which can help you to relieve muscle ache. There are different types of hot springs including indoor and outdoor bath. Hot stone bath (ganbanyoku) is highly recommended. Visitors who wants to enjoy hot stone bath should finish the reservation at the customer counter. Sauna and salon are also available.
Opening Hours : 10:00~23:00(last check-in 22:00)
Irregular Closing Day (go to their official website for more details)
Admission Fee : Adults 1260 yen /Children 735 yen
*Towels for rent : 216 yen Face Towels for rent: 108 yen Clothes for rent : 216 yen
Location: 5-4-24 Komagome, Toshima , Tokyo
Access:
A 6-minute walk from Sugamo Station (Exit A4) on the Toei Mita Line
A 8-minute walk from Sugamo Station (North Exit) on the JR Yamanote Line
A 8-minute walk from Sugamo Station (Exit A1) on Toei Mita Line
A 10-minute walk from Komagome Station on JR Yamanote Line
A 10-minute walk from Komagome Station (Exit No.3) on Tokyo Metro Nanboku Line
Official Website: http://www.sakura-2005.com
Togoshi Ginza Onsen
Togoshi Ginza Onsen is a tiny hot spring located in Shinagawa area. It is a popular hot spring among locals so it is a best place to experience traditional Japanese onsen culture at a reasonable price. You can buy the tickets from the vending machines at the entrance. There are two types of hot spring: “Moon Hot Spring” and “Sun Hot Spring”. “Moon Hot Spring” means “Black Hot Spring” containing rich minerals. The scene-painting of Mt. Fuji by Morio Nakajima, a nominated Japanese bath artist, is also eye-catching. Travellers who want to experience Onsen culture should visit here!
Opening Hours : Weekdays: 15:00~25:00/ Weekends and National Holidays: 08:12:-1200
Closed on Friday
Admission Fee: Adults 460 yen /Secondary School Students 300 yen/
Children (Primary School Student) 300 yen/ Infants 80 yen/ Korean body scrubs 750 yen
Location: 2-1-6 Togoshi, Shinagawa, Tokyo
Access:
A 3-minute walk from Togoshi Station on the Toei Asakusa Line
A 5-minute walk from Togoshi Ginza Station on the Tokyu Ikegami Line
Official Website: http://togoshiginzaonsen.com/information/index.html
Toshimaen Niwa-no-Yu
Toshimaen Niwa-no-Yu is one of the biggest spa resort in Tokyo. It is housed in a Japanese garden designed by Kenzo Kosugi. Visitors can enjoy the spa and the Japanese garden view at the same time. The open-air onsen is highly recommended, especially in spring and autumn. Visitor can view the cherry blossom in spring and momiji (autumn leaves) in autumn. There are a lot of types of onsen, such as natural onsen and bubble onsen here. Visitors can wear swimming wear in the onsen swimming pool, and can also go to Ko rean body scrubs or hot stone bath (ganbanyoku). Massage is also available in Niwa-no-Yu.
There is a Japanese restaurant located on the 2nd floor. Visitors can go to Niwa-no-Yu on weekdays because there will be a lot of people on weekends and national holidays.
Opening Hours : 10:00~23:00(last check-in 22:00)
Irregular Closing Day (go to their official website for more details)
Admission Fee: Adults 2130 yen (including towels and clothes for rent)
Night Spa: 1295 yen (after 18:00)
*Additional fee will be charged on the particular national holidays (New Year's Eve, the first week of May etc.)
Location: 3-25-1 Mukaiyama, Nerima, Tokyo
Access:
A 1-minute walk from Toshimaen Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line
A 2-minute walk from Toshimaen Station (Exit A2) on the Toei Oedo Line
A 1-minute walk from Toshimaen Station on Yurakucho Line
Official Website: http://www.niwanoyu.jp/index.html
Notice: Please remember to take a shower before enter to the onsen.
