Onsen in Miyazaki City, a blessing from volcanos and nature
Did you know that Miyazaki City has a hot spring area? Popular hotels with large indoor baths and open-air hot springs, as well as private baths where you can relax in peace, we’ve curated a selection of day-use onsen (hot springs) and spa facilities that are perfect for a rejuvenating stop at the end of your Miyazaki sightseeing adventure.
Miyazaki Kanko Hotel -Tamayura-no Yu-
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- Drop-in private bath use: Not available
- Multilingual website: Available (English)
At Tamayura-no Yu
The onsen is open to the general public from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM (last entry at 9:30 PM). The location is easy to access from Miyazaki Airport, Miyazaki Station, and the city center, making it an ideal hot spring for unwinding after a day of exploration or business.
Please note that customers with tattoos are only allowed to bathe if their tattoos are completely covered with tattoo cover sheets.
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A View Praised by a Nobel Laureate
The Oyodo River banks offer stunning vistas, and this is where the renowned novelist Yasunari Kawabata, the first Japanese Nobel Prize winner in Literature in 1968, wrote for the NHK morning drama series Tamayura. This was the first time that the acclaimed writer had written for a TV series. Kawabata particularly acclaimed the view of Tachibana Park along the riverbank, beautifully illuminated by the setting sun. Make sure you enjoy this breathtaking scenery alongside your hot spring experience on the riverbanks of the Oyodo River!
Miyazaki City Natural Recreation Village Center -Konohana Onsen-
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- Drop-in private bath use: Not available
- Multilingual website: Not available
Konoha Onsen is known for its natural spring water that has a silky-smooth texture. The hot spring comes from 750 meters underground, with mildly alkaline sodium bicarbonate and chloride properties. It is said to be effective for relieving nerve pain, muscle soreness, joint pain, bruises, and fatigue recovery.
Additionally, the hot spring is rich in metaboric acid, which aids in healing skin injuries and offers superb beauty benefits for your skin. The facility also includes a dining area, a relaxation area, and meeting spaces, making it perfect for group retreats or banquets.
Please note that customers with tattoos are only allowed to bathe if their tattoos are completely covered with tattoo cover sheets.
Aoshima Fisherman’s Beachside Hostel & Spa -Natural Alkaline Hot Spring For Beautiful Skin, Shinwa-no Yu-
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- Drop-in private bath use: Available
- Multilingual website: Available (English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese)
Nestled along the beautiful coast of Aoshima, Aoshima Fisherman’s Beachside Hostel & Spa is a unique retreat that combines a traditional Japanese hot spring with modern comforts. The facility includes two restaurants, one serving authentic Japanese cuisine and another specializing in fresh oysters. It also includes a hostel with both private and dormitory-style rooms.
The natural alkaline sulfur hot spring (with a pH level of 9.4) of Aoshima is known for its abundant volume and is believed to have beneficial effects on stress-related conditions, insomnia, depression, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, chronic eczema, and skin infections.
Guests can enjoy a variety of bathing options, including a spacious public bath, an open-air natural hot spring bath, a sauna, a cold plunge bath using the natural spring water, and two private rental baths for a more private experience. For those looking to unwind further, the relaxation area features a large TV, magazines, manga (Japanese comics), and coin-operated massage chairs, which are perfect for a break between sightseeing in Aoshima.
Please note that customers with tattoos are only allowed to bathe if their tattoos are completely covered with tattoo cover sheets.
Aoshima Cinq Male Resort
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- Drop-in private bath use: Available
- Multilingual website: Available (English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese)
Perched at the tip of a scenic cape between Shirahama Beach and Horikiri Pass, Aoshima Cinq Male is a resort hotel offering breathtaking ocean views. The third-floor panoramic bath provides a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean and the famous Devil’s Washboard rock formation. Soak in the natural 44°C spring water, which flows at an impressive rate of 250 tons per day.
The silky, mineral-rich waters of Aoshima’s hot springs are known as “Bijin no Yu” (Beauty’s Bath) for their skin-nourishing properties. For an even more exclusive experience, you can enjoy a private open-air bath with spectacular views. An option that has become a regular guest favorite.
The facility also features a jet bath, sauna, and cold plunge pool. The onsen is open from 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM (last admission at 8:00 PM). For those looking to fully unwind, the hotel offers rooms with private open-air baths, allowing guests to relax in natural hot springs while savoring Aoshima’s seasonal delights.
Please note that customers with tattoos are only allowed to bathe if their tattoos are completely covered with tattoo cover sheets.
Aoshima Grand Hotel
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- Drop-in private bath rentals: Available (additional fee required)
- Multilingual website: Available (English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese)
The Aoshima
For those who want some privacy, the hotel offers family-friendly private rooftop baths and rooms with private open-air baths attached, making it an excellent base for exploring Aoshima.
Important Notes:
- Private bath reservations can only be made on the same day from 9:00 AM. Since the private baths are located on the rooftop, reservations are unavailable in advance due to the uncertainty of weather conditions. Walk-ins without a reservation are not permitted.
- There may be days when the hot springs are unavailable to the public due to maintenance or hotel guest-only access. Please contact the hotel in advance to confirm availability.
Route Inn Grantia Aoshima Taiyokaku -Kenko Land Hana-no Yu-
Perched on a hill overlooking Aoshima, Route Inn Grantia Aoshima Taiyokaku is home to Hana no Yu, a natural hot spring onsen. Known as “Bijin no Yu” (Beauty’s Bath), the Aoshima hot spring is popular not only among locals but also with visitors from outside the prefecture due to its mineral-rich qualities.
The facility offers a variety of unique baths, including an open-air bath, a pot-style bath in the women’s area, and a cave bath in the men’s area. Guests can also enjoy a stone sauna, traditional sauna, relaxation lounge, restaurant, and manga corner. Convenient packages that include loungewear and towels allow visitors to enjoy a bath even if they arrive empty-handed.
The onsen is open from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM (last admission at 10:00 PM). Hotel guests can enjoy unlimited access to the bath facilities free of charge.
Please note that customers with tattoos are only allowed to bathe if their tattoos are completely covered with tattoo cover sheets.
ANA Holiday Inn Resort Miyazaki -Aoshima Densetsu-no Yu Panoramic Onsen-
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- Drop-in private bath use: Not Available
- Multilingual website: Available (English, Korean, Traditional Chinese)
For a truly unforgettable experience in Aoshima, ANA Holiday Inn Resort Miyazaki offers an oceanfront escape with its stunning third-floor panoramic onsen. Guests can unwind in natural hot spring waters while gazing out at the breathtaking expanse of the Aoshima coastline, rejuvenating their body and their minds.
The onsen features a rock-lined open-air bath, a therapeutic utaseyu (waterfall shower), a sauna, and a ceramic pot bath where guests can enjoy an uninterrupted view of the Pacific Ocean all to themselves.
The onsen is open from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and day-use guest room plans are also offered, making it a great option for remote work or business travelers looking to unwind.
Please note that customers with tattoos are only allowed to bathe if their tattoos are completely covered with tattoo cover sheets.
A Ryokan for Fertility and Safe Childbirth -Takara-no Yu-
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- Drop-in private bath use: Available (Reservation Required)
- Multilingual website: Not Available
Nestled in Aoshima, Jizoan is a cozy hot spring inn renowned for its silky, mineral-rich waters. It is often described as one of Japan’s top slippery-skin hot springs. The water’s unique quality makes it feel like you are wrapped in silk, leaving your skin slippery and deeply moisturized.
With only five guest rooms in a mixed Western/Japanese style available, this intimate retreat offers a serene and indulgent stay. In recent years, it has also gained popularity as a spiritual power spot, attracting visitors who wish for fertility and safety in childbirth.
Private baths are available by reservation only for day-use customers. If you’re lucky enough to find an open slot, don’t miss the chance to experience this rare and highly sought-after silky, slimy beauty hot spring.
Sozanji Onsen Private Open-Air Bath -Honoka-no Yu-
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- Drop-in private bath use: Available
- Multilingual website: Available (English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, French, Spanish)
Honoka-no Yu is a fully private onsen offering an exclusive retreat where guests can enjoy both a charming open-air bath and an indoor bath infused with the natural aroma of Miyazaki cedar. Perfect for families and couples, this reservable private hot spring lets you relax in the smooth, milky-white, mineral-rich waters that leave your skin feeling soft and rejuvenated.
Reservations include a 60-minute private onsen (extensions on time are available upon request) that comes equipped with a changing and relaxation area (including a sink), a hairdryer, shampoo, conditioner, and body soap. Towels are available for purchase, making it a breeze to visit empty-handed. Reservations can be made by phone or online.
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New Location!
In 2022, Honoka-no Yu Miyazaki Airport Branch opened, located only 500 meters from Miyazaki Airport. Whether you have extra time before your flight or want to end your trip with a relaxing soak, this convenient new location is the perfect place to unwind before your return flight.
Hotel Marix Lagoon -Spa Paw Paw-
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- Drop-in private bath rentals: Not Available
- Multilingual website: Available (English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese)
Located in the heart of Miyazaki City, Hotel Marix Lagoon is home to Spa Paw Paw, a large public bath infused with Komei-seki, a natural mineral stone that mimics the benefits of a hot spring. Known for its fatigue-relieving and health-boosting properties, this artificial onsen provides a soothing and therapeutic bathing experience.
Guests can enjoy a variety of baths, including a lie-down bath, navel bath, waist-deep bath, open-air bath, and an electric current bath, as well as a Nordic-style sauna and a cold plunge pool.
For a full-body refreshment, the facility also offers hot stone saunas, esthetic treatments, Korean-style body scrubs, and Thai massages in a bright and open relaxation space.
The public bath is open from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM (last admission at 10:30 PM), and hotel guests can enjoy the facility for free.
Phoenix Seagaia Ocean Tower -Shosenkyu-
Nestled within the lush pine forests of the Phoenix Seagaia Ocean Tower,Shosenkyu is an exclusive hot spring offering a serene and rejuvenating experience. Drawn from 1,000 meters underground, the mineral-rich waters originate from a 10-million-year-old ancient seabed with dissolved marine fossils that create a skin-nourishing beauty bath.
This facility is only available to resort guests. However, Seagaia Premium Members Club (SPMC) members can access the Oku-no Yu Tsukiyomi, a special section of the onsen, without staying overnight.
Please note that customers with tattoos are only allowed to bathe if their tattoos are completely covered with tattoo cover sheets.