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Nara Gose City

Gose Takarayu

Gose's only sento, where a retro space reminiscent of the early Showa era blends with an authentic Finnish-style sauna

  • Self löyly available
  • Finnish sauna
  • Sauna Available
  • Cold Bath Available

Nara Gose City

Gose Takarayu

Gose's only sento, where a retro space reminiscent of the early Showa era blends with an authentic Finnish-style sauna

  • Self löyly available
  • Finnish sauna
  • Sauna Available
  • Cold Bath Available

About Gose Takarayu

"Gose Takarayu" is a day-use sento in Gose, Nara Prefecture. It features a retro space that retains the atmosphere of the early Showa era, along with modern amenities such as an authentic Finnish-style sauna and an outdoor cold plunge bath. The main bath uses groundwater from the area, which is known for its famous natural water, and offers both a hot bath and a lukewarm bath, making it ideal for alternating between the two. It is fully equipped with traditional local amenities, and after bathing, you can enjoy milk or alcohol in the lobby. You can experience the ultimate relaxation while strolling through the historic town of Gose.

BathBATH

Main bath (hot bath and lukewarm bath)

The main bath offers two different temperature ranges to enjoy. A hot bath provides a moderate刺激 that warms the body from the core, while a lukewarm bath lets you soak for a long time in gentle comfort. By alternating between the two, you can promote blood circulation and pleasantly ease away daily fatigue. In a nostalgic bathtub with retro tile walls and traces of the original founding era, you are wrapped in smooth water made from famous local spring water.

SaunaSAUNA

01SAUNA

Finnish-style sauna

Men'sWomen's

An authentic Finnish-style sauna with the comforting aroma of wood. It supports self-löyly, allowing you to feel the gentle yet powerful heat rising from the stones. The room is wrapped in calm indirect lighting, creating a quiet space where you can face yourself in peace. The flow to the outdoor airbath area, where you can feel the pleasant wind blowing down from Mount Katsuragi, is excellent, bringing deep relaxation.

Cold BathCOLD BATH

01COLD BATH

Cold Bath

Men'sWomen's

An open-air cold plunge bath with clear blue skies and starry skies overhead. It draws from Gose's natural underground water, known as famous water, and the water feels exceptionally soft on the skin, with a crisp chill that still has a smooth quality. It gently envelops and tightens the body after sauna use. Right next to it, log chairs are provided for enjoying an airbath.

Facility Information

Address
2-361-5 Mikuni-dori, Gose, Nara Prefecture
Business Hours
Monday14:00〜22:00
Tuesday14:00〜22:00
Wednesday14:00〜22:00
Thursday14:00〜22:00
Friday14:00〜22:00
Saturday11:00〜22:00
Sunday11:00〜22:00
Holiday11:00〜22:00

Irregular Holidays

Closed Days
Irregular Holidays
Gender Access
Gender Separated
Tattoo Policy (Communal Bath)
No Tattoos
Official Website
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The Editor-in-Chief visited in person in September 2025

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