Okuhita Onsen
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A simple hot spring with panoramic views of the Hibiki Valley. Relax in the bath while taking in the natural scenery and the sound of the river.
Exquisite hot springs and saunas overlooking the Hibiki Valley
Oita Hita City
Okuhita Onsen Umehibiki is a hidden hot spring ryokan located in Oyama-machi, Hita. The large public baths Aojiku and Ryokuhou, which overlook the beautiful natural scenery of the Hibiki Valley, each feature a high-temperature sauna and a cold plunge bath. In addition, the guest-only Sauna Lounge Benitsuru, opened in 2024, offers a private experience with self löyly and a cold plunge using groundwater from the Hita area.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A simple hot spring with panoramic views of the Hibiki Valley. Relax in the bath while taking in the natural scenery and the sound of the river.
Sauna TypeDry Sauna
Stove TypeConvection Stove (Sauna Stone)
Capacity14people
A spacious dry sauna in the main bath. Large windows let in natural light so you can warm up slowly and comfortably.
Sauna TypeDry Sauna
Stove Typestone
Capacity4people
A private sauna exclusive to overnight guests. Self löyly is available, temperature can be adjusted freely, and you can enjoy music via Bluetooth.
Water QualityNatural Water (Groundwater, Spring, etc.)
Capacity4people
The main bath's cold plunge. It uses the pure groundwater of the Hita wetland area, providing a pleasant feel on the skin.
Closed Days: None
4587 Nishi-Oyama, Oyama-machi, Hita City, Oita Prefecture 877-0201, Japan
Gender Access
Gender Separated

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Exquisite hot springs and saunas overlooking the Hibiki Valley
Oita Hita City
Okuhita Onsen Umehibiki is a hidden hot spring ryokan located in Oyama-machi, Hita. The large public baths Aojiku and Ryokuhou, which overlook the beautiful natural scenery of the Hibiki Valley, each feature a high-temperature sauna and a cold plunge bath. In addition, the guest-only Sauna Lounge Benitsuru, opened in 2024, offers a private experience with self löyly and a cold plunge using groundwater from the Hita area.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A simple hot spring with panoramic views of the Hibiki Valley. Relax in the bath while taking in the natural scenery and the sound of the river.
Sauna TypeDry Sauna
Stove TypeConvection Stove (Sauna Stone)
Capacity14people
A spacious dry sauna in the main bath. Large windows let in natural light so you can warm up slowly and comfortably.
Sauna TypeDry Sauna
Stove Typestone
Capacity4people
A private sauna exclusive to overnight guests. Self löyly is available, temperature can be adjusted freely, and you can enjoy music via Bluetooth.
Water QualityNatural Water (Groundwater, Spring, etc.)
Capacity4people
The main bath's cold plunge. It uses the pure groundwater of the Hita wetland area, providing a pleasant feel on the skin.
Closed Days: None
4587 Nishi-Oyama, Oyama-machi, Hita City, Oita Prefecture 877-0201, Japan
Gender Access
Gender Separated

Curated by an expert who visits onsen and sauna facilities every day and has explored 300+ locations — only facilities confirmed to be truly exceptional are featured.
Learn more