OdatePokapokaOnsen

Free-flowing source hot water and two kinds of saunas surrounded by the scent of cypress

Akita Odate City

"Odate Pokapoka Onsen" is a community-oriented day-use hot spring facility in Odate City, Akita Prefecture. It is open from 5:30 a.m. until late at night, and serves as a place of relaxation for local residents. Its proud natural hot spring is 100% free-flowing source water from a sodium-calcium sulfate-chloride spring, with a hot temperature setting that warms you right to the core. The sauna area features two types of saunas, a dry sauna and a mist sauna. The cypress bath emits a soothing woody aroma, and after the sauna you can cool down in the cold plunge bath for a deeply relaxing experience. With an adjacent hotel, golf practice range, fitness facilities, and more, it is a versatile facility that can be enjoyed in many ways.

Hot Spring & Bath Information

Bath

TypeNatural Hot Spring

Flow-through

A natural hot spring with sodium-calcium sulfate-chloride water. It is offered as 100% free-flowing source water, and its defining feature is the hot temperature. The bath tubs made with cypress have a pleasant fragrance and enhance relaxation. It is a famous spring said to be effective for arteriosclerosis, cuts, and more.

Sauna

Dry Sauna

80°C

Sauna TypeDry Sauna

Stove TypeInfrared Heater

Capacity8people

Men'sWomen's

A mild-temperature dry sauna where you can enjoy perspiration at your own pace over a long period of time. Heat from the far-infrared heater penetrates deep into your body, letting you work up a pleasant sweat. In the clean interior, it is a space where you can relax at your own pace.

Mist Sauna

45°C

Sauna TypeSteam Sauna

Capacity5people

Men'sWomen's

A mist sauna where gentle steam envelops your entire body. The low temperature is easy on the body, and you can warm up gently while moisturizing your skin. Recommended for those who do not like dry saunas, or when you want to refresh yourself slowly.

Cold Bath

Cold Bath

18°C

Water QualityTap Water

Capacity2people

Men'sWomen's

A cold plunge bath that gently tightens up your body after the sauna. The pleasantly chilled water brings a refreshing sense of coolness. Combined with alternating hot and cold bathing in the cypress bath, it offers an exhilarating refreshment experience.

Business Hours

Monday
05:30〜23:30
Tuesday
05:30〜23:30
Wednesday
05:30〜23:30
Thursday
05:30〜23:30
Friday
05:30〜23:30
Saturday
05:30〜23:30
Sunday
05:30〜23:30
Holiday
05:30〜23:30

Closed Days: None

Address

Bettei, 4-4-34 Shimizu, Odate City, Akita Prefecture 017-0046

Hotel & Ryokan

Gender Access

Gender Separated

Tattoo Policy
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