DochulandShinOnsen

Radon hot spring near the Awa Earth Pillars, one of the world's three great scenic wonders

Tokushima Awa City

Dochuland Shin Onsen in Awa City, Tokushima Prefecture, is a hot spring ryokan located right next to the Awa Earth Pillars, one of the world's three great scenic wonders. The radon hot spring water, said to have strong therapeutic effects, warms you to the core. Both the men's and women's areas feature far-infrared dry saunas exceeding 90°C and a groundwater-fed cold plunge bath at 18–20°C. The open-air area surrounded by lush trees also includes earthenware tub baths, where you can enjoy outdoor relaxation in a quiet natural setting.

Hot Spring & Bath Information

Radon hot spring

TypeArtificial Hot Spring

A radon hot spring known for its strong therapeutic effects that warm you to the core. An outdoor bath is also available.

Sauna

Men's sauna

94°C

Sauna TypeDry Sauna

Stove Typefar_infrared

Capacity8people

Men's

A 94°C sauna equipped with a far-infrared heater. A quiet space without a TV for focused relaxation.

Women's sauna

92°C

Sauna TypeDry Sauna

Stove Typefar_infrared

Capacity10people

Women's

A sauna over 90°C that warms you deeply and promotes a steady, deep sweat.

Cold Bath

Men's cold plunge bath

18°C

Water QualityNatural Water (Groundwater, Spring, etc.)

Capacity2people

Men's

A mellow groundwater-fed cold plunge bath. Depth 60–80 cm for comfortable soaking.

Women's cold plunge bath

20°C

Water QualityNatural Water (Groundwater, Spring, etc.)

Capacity3people

Women's

A spacious cold plunge bath 80–110 cm deep. The groundwater provides a pleasant feel on the skin.

Business Hours

Monday
15:30〜22:00
Tuesday
15:30〜22:00
Wednesday
15:30〜22:00
Thursday
15:30〜22:00
Friday
15:30〜22:00
Saturday
11:00〜22:00
Sunday
11:00〜22:00
Holiday
11:00〜22:00

Closed Days: None

Address

165 Sakuranooka, Awa-cho, Awa City, Tokushima Prefecture 771-1705, Japan

Hotel & Ryokan

Gender Access

Gender Separated

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Tattoo Policy
No Tattoos
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