Fukui Awara City
A long-established ryokan in Awara where you can enjoy natural hot spring water from its own source and an authentic sauna
"Awara Onsen Traditional Ryokan no Nukumori Haiya" is a hot spring ryokan in Awara City, Fukui Prefecture. A long-established inn founded in the Meiji era, it draws natural hot spring water from its own spring on the grounds, and the chloride spring warms the body from deep within. The newly opened Garden Sauna features a comfortable sauna room made with timber from Fukui Prefecture, auto-löyly, a spacious circular cold plunge bath where you can relax, and an open-air rest area. Free tourmaline bedrock bathing and an accessible private bath are also available, allowing guests to spend a luxurious and relaxing time with seasonal kaiseki cuisine.
Abundant natural hot spring water gushing from the property's own source. The spring quality is sodium chloride spring, and after bathing your body stays warm from deep within, making it less likely to cool down afterward. The tubs in the large bath are made with the rare Shakudani stone, creating an elegant and serene atmosphere. While gazing at the garden stones that show beauty in every season, you can enjoy a luxurious bath.
A large bath with a high wooden ceiling and spacious interior that evokes the atmosphere of a traditional hot spring inn. While watching the hot spring water cascade like a waterfall, you can savor Awara's renowned waters to your heart's content. The soft spring water gently envelops the entire body, slowly relieving daily fatigue and muscle tension.
A full-fledged sauna that recreates Finland's smoke sauna. Beautiful timber from Fukui Prefecture is generously used on the walls and deck, enveloping you in the pleasant scent of wood. With auto-löyly from a stove fitted with powerful sauna stones, you can experience an exceptional flow of heat and steam. The room has stepped seating, so you can comfortably enjoy refreshing perspiration at your preferred temperature.
A circular cold plunge bath located just outside the sauna room. It is large enough for several people to soak in comfort, quickly and pleasantly cooling the body after heating up. The water feels gentle on the skin, allowing for a refreshing cooldown. Around it are totonou chairs for outdoor air bathing, helping you ease smoothly into rest after the cold plunge.
[Day-use bathing] Weekdays 16:00-22:00, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 18:00-22:00 (may be unavailable depending on crowding; advance inquiry required)
Awara Onsen
A luxurious ryokan to enjoy one of Hokuriku's largest hot springs and two high-quality saunas
Awara Onsen
A renowned bath where you can enjoy the rich chloride spring from its own private source, loved even by the poet Akiko Yosano
Awara Onsen
Tenjo no SPA, overlooking the sky above Awara Onsen. A premium resort with a private source and a scenic sauna
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