Overview

Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku is one of the few ryokans which have gender-mixed baths. This ryokan has an expansive outdoor onsen along the Takaragawa Stream, celebrated for its large capacity open-air baths. If you ever envisioned staying in a traditional ryokan with open air baths surrounded by nature, then Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku is the place for you.

Accommodation

Accommodations at Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku boast traditional Japanese rooms constructed from aged pine wood.

The Main Hall, #1 Annex, and East Building have rooms with tatami mats, yukatas, and private or shared baths.

Dining

Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku is located inland and surrounded by mountains on all sides, so it is blessed with an abundance of natural bounty such as mushrooms and river fish.

Depending on the season, the ryokan will serve mountain village cuisine centered around wild vegetables, mushrooms, and river fish.

Onsen & Wellness

The highlight at Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku are the open air baths. You have five different baths to pick from, some which are mixed gender baths, while others are women only.

Maka bath is a mixed gender bath and the most famous hot open spa in Takaraga. It has been featured in TV programs, magazines, and posters.

Hannya bath is a mixed gender bath located in the downstream of river. It is a shallow bath perfect for families with children.

Kodakara bath is a mixed gender bath, very spacious and located across the river from Hannya bath.

Maya bath is a women only bath established in 1970 so women can enjoy the open air bath in their own privacy and comfort.

Super size bath is a large indoor bath separated by gender for men and women.

Please note that all guests will need special bathing suits from the hotel. Mixed gender baths will now allow people without special bathing suits from hotel in the onsen. This is to make everyone more comfortable.

Guests with tattoos

Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku is tattoo-friendly but you might want to consider using a tattoo seal to hide some of your tattoos. The staff might tell you to use the onsen only in the morning or evening to avoid the day crowds, which might feel uncomfortable with tattoos.

Overall, guests with tattoos will be accommodated here.

Activities

When staying at Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku you are invited to immerse in the full ryokan experience, including wearing yukata, participating in local cultural activities, and exploring the beautiful surrounding nature. The main highlights here are the baths.

Additional Features:

• Free parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Free Wi-Fi
• Restaurant
• Exceptional breakfast and dinner
• Open-air bath
• Public bath