Tokushima Miyoshi City
A hidden gorge retreat where you can relax in an open-air bath overlooking the Yoshino River and two famous hot springs
"Kyokoku no Yuyado Oboke-kyo Mannaka" is a hot spring inn in Miyoshi, Tokushima Prefecture, located right in the middle of Oboke Gorge. Its appeal lies in the chance to enjoy two different baths: a spacious glass-walled indoor bath with natural hot spring water from a simple sulfur spring, and a scenic open-air bath with artificial hot spring water made from Togol Warmtite stone, overlooking the emerald-green Yoshino River below. Each bath area is equipped with a full-fledged dry sauna, and you can experience deeply restorative relaxation unique to this remote mountain setting, with an open-air cold bath and outdoor air bathing while listening to the gentle flow of the Yoshino River.
A natural hot spring using water that gushes up from underground as Oboke Onsen. With its gentle simple sulfur spring water, the warm and soothing feel of the bath slowly relaxes both body and mind. In the spacious glass-walled indoor bath, you can soak at your leisure while looking out at the green trees and gorge scenery outside.
An artificial hot spring using Togol Warmtite stone. It is expected to help leave the skin smooth and refreshed. From the open-air bath, you can take in sweeping views of the Yoshino River flowing below and the spectacular scenery of Oboke Gorge, and enjoy a luxurious moment with the sound of the river and birdsong as your background music.
A full-fledged dry sauna equipped in each men's and women's bath area. The room is kept in a pleasant high-temperature range that lets you work up a comfortable sweat, so you can feel the heat thoroughly while warming your body all the way to the core. The wood-toned interior creates a quiet, calming space where you can forget the everyday hustle and refresh yourself.
An open, refreshing cold bath set in the open-air area. It allows you to cool down after the sauna while feeling the surrounding natural beauty. The water temperature changes depending on the season and the outdoor temperature. You can also enjoy outdoor air bathing on the chair provided right next to it, taking in the spectacular view of the gorge while feeling the fresh breeze from the Yoshino River on your skin.
[Day-use bathing] 12:00-16:00 (last admission 15:00)
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