KatakagonoYu

A comfortable bathhouse in Takaoka where you can totonou with an artificial bath recreating famous hot springs from across Japan and a Towada stone cold plunge bath

Toyama Takaoka City

Katakago no Yu is a super sento in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture. Its signature feature is an artificial hot spring that recreates famous baths from all over Japan on a monthly rotating basis, letting you feel as if you were on a hot spring trip without leaving town. The sauna is equipped with a far-infrared dry sauna, and the spacious tower-style interior lets you work up a good sweat. The cold plunge bath uses luxurious Towada stone, which feels gentle on the skin, and its comfortable temperature setting refreshingly cools your overheated body after sauna use. With an open-air bath, a high-concentration carbonated spring, and a full-service dining area, it is a well-loved place where you can casually unwind from everyday fatigue.

Hot Spring & Bath Information

Bath

TypeArtificial Hot Spring

An artificial hot spring that faithfully reproduces the water qualities of famous hot springs from all over Japan. You can enjoy the spring quality and fragrance of various baths, such as Shirahama and Yufuin, on a monthly rotating basis. This popular tub lets you casually enjoy the feel of a hot spring while relaxing both body and mind.

Sauna

Tower Sauna

90°C

Sauna TypeDry Sauna

Stove TypeInfrared Heater

Capacity18people

Men'sWomen's

A tiered tower-style sauna heated by a far-infrared gas stove. The stepped layout lets you choose your preferred heat level, so you can enjoy a thorough sweat at a temperature that suits you. The spacious interior also lets you relax while watching TV.

Cold Bath

Towada Stone Cold Plunge Bath

18°C

Water QualityTap Water

Capacity5people

Men'sWomen's

A cold plunge bath with luxurious Towada stone used across the entire tub. The stone's soft texture and just-right water temperature gently yet effectively cool your body after sauna use. Enjoy an ultimate alternating bath experience in a clean, refreshing space.

Business Hours

Monday
09:00〜01:00
Tuesday
09:00〜01:00
Wednesday
09:00〜01:00
Thursday
09:00〜01:00
Friday
09:00〜01:00
Saturday
09:00〜01:00
Sunday
09:00〜01:00
Holiday
09:00〜01:00

Closed Days: None

Address

〒933-0014 Toyama Prefecture, Takaoka City, Nomura 1353-1

Onsen & Spa Facilities (Super Sento, Sauna, Spa)

Gender Access

Gender Separated

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Tattoo Policy
No Tattoos
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