Overview
About Takegarawa Onsen
Takegawara Onsen is a historic bathhouse located in Beppu, Ōita Prefecture. Established in 1879, it is one of Beppu's most iconic and oldest onsen facilities. The name "Takegawara" originates from its original bamboo-thatched roof.
Takegawara Onsen offers large communal baths that maintain a traditional ambiance. Please note that these baths do not have shower facilities; instead, visitors use washbowls to cleanse themselves before entering the bath.
A unique feature of Takegawara Onsen is its sand baths, where visitors are buried in naturally heated sand. This experience is believed to aid in detoxification and relaxation. Reservations are not accepted; tickets must be purchased on the day of the visit, and due to limited capacity, early arrival is recommended .
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Prices & Ticket Options
Price
- Adults (> 13 years old): ¥300
- Children (7-12 years old): ¥100
- Sand baths: ¥1,500
Overnight stay
Onsen Facilities & Amenities
Public toilets
Location
Reviews
4.1 (4671 reviews)
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4.1 (493 reviews)
The atmosphere is very chill and authentic. For tourist, the staff will try to explain everything to you in English and hand you a manual, so you know how to use the sandbath and the ōnsen.
Googlelt was the oldest #onsen l have ever visited. The building architecture was amazing! The water was good and the air ventilation is amazing. However, women bath was quite small in compare to building space. lt was designed very traditional no dedicated space for cleaning yourself before entering the bath. You should take water from the pool and clean yourself before you enter. There was no amenity, so you should bring your own shampoo, body soap and towel. Hair dryers are available by 100 Yen charge of usage fee.
GoogleThis is a rare facility where you can enjoy a sand bath. I changed at the dressing room and went to the sandpit. The staff carefully poured the sand over me, and my whole body felt warm. After the sand bath, there is a simple washing area where you can wash yourself. Regular bathing is available, but few people used it. Sand baths are popular so wait a little.
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