Yunomine Onsen Tsuboyu
A mystical natural rock bath registered as a World Heritage site.
Yunomine Onsen Tsuboyu is a highly precious natural hot spring facility registered as part of the UNESCO World Heritage site, "Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range." The defining feature is its charming open-air bath, which utilizes natural rock formations as the walls of the tub.
What makes it special
About Yunomine Onsen Tsuboyu
- Soak in a historic natural rock bath registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Observe the mystical water colors that are said to change seven times a day.
- Watch the traditional local practice of cooking food using the natural hot spring heat.
- Enjoy the scenic view of the open-air bath integrated with natural rock formations.
- Stroll through the serene hot spring town that carries the deep history of the Kumano pilgrimage.
Weather forecast
Thu
9/17
27°/22°
41%
Fri
9/18
24°/21°
24%
Sat
9/19
27°/22°
39%
Sun
9/20
28°/24°
49%
Mon
9/21
29°/22°
33%
Tue
9/22
29°/19°
2%
Wed
9/23
29°/17°
61%
Tips
Payment
Cash (Japanese Yen) is required.
English Support
There are English signs available, but staff assistance in English is limited.
Reservation
No advance reservation is required, but there may be a wait during busy times.
Clothing
Bring easy-to-remove clothing and a change of clothes suitable for bathing.
Photography
Photography inside the baths and changing areas is strictly prohibited.
Accessibility
While some areas have ramps, please be aware of natural rocks and uneven surfaces.
Etiquette
Camping in the Yunomine area and cooking in the parking lots are strictly prohibited.
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