Ooedo-Onsen-MonogatariKounkaku

An inn where you can enjoy one of Naruko's largest 100-tatami open-air baths and two spring qualities: lustrous black bath and white bath

Miyagi Osaki City

"Ooedo-Onsen-Monogatari Kounkaku" is a large hot spring ryokan in Naruko Onsen, Osaki City, Miyagi Prefecture. Its greatest appeal is the chance to enjoy two contrasting spring qualities right inside the building: the lustrous "black bath" in the main building and the milky "white bath" in the annex. It also features a large open-air bath, among the largest in Naruko Onsen, where you can fully enjoy famous hot spring waters in a deeply liberating setting while looking out over the peaceful satoyama landscape. Guests can also use the panoramic open-air bath at the sister inn and the public bathhouses free of charge, making it a luxurious hot spring-hopping journey to savor to the fullest.

Hot Spring & Bath Information

Large Bath (Black Bath)

TypeNatural Hot Spring

Located in the main building, this indoor bath and open-air bath feature a lustrous black bath that mirrors the view from the window like a polished surface. The bicarbonate and sulfate spring water is renowned as a beauty-enhancing hot spring that softens the skin, with a smooth and gentle feel. You can spend blissful moments soaking in famous hot spring waters while looking out over the peaceful satoyama landscape and the streets of Naruko.

Large Bath (White Bath)

TypeNatural Hot Spring

Located in the annex, this indoor bath features a milky, cloudy white bath. The opaque water stands in striking contrast to the black bath and also contains chloride springs, warming the body deeply from within and helping you stay warm longer after bathing. You can luxuriate in two different famous hot spring waters on alternating days.

Open-Air Bath

TypeNatural Hot Spring

The signature large open-air bath, boasting an overwhelming spaciousness among the largest in Naruko Onsen. The huge pool-like tub is filled with abundant hot spring water, allowing you to stretch out your arms and legs and enjoy a luxurious soak in the openness of nature, with nothing to block the surrounding view.

Business Hours

Monday
15:00〜00:00
05:00〜09:30
Tuesday
15:00〜00:00
05:00〜09:30
Wednesday
15:00〜00:00
05:00〜09:30
Thursday
15:00〜00:00
05:00〜09:30
Friday
15:00〜00:00
05:00〜09:30
Saturday
15:00〜00:00
05:00〜09:30
Sunday
15:00〜00:00
05:00〜09:30
Holiday
15:00〜00:00
05:00〜09:30
💡 [Bathing hours] Large baths and open-air baths: 15:00-24:00, 5:00-9:30. Day-use bathing: 7:00-10:00, 15:00-24:00 (last admission 22:00)

Closed Days: None

Address

989-6821 17 Kuriyu, Naruko Onsen, Osaki City, Miyagi Prefecture

Hotel & Ryokan

Gender Access

Gender Separated

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Tattoos in the Communal Bath
No Tattoos

The above applies to the communal (shared) baths. At facilities with private baths or private saunas, guests with tattoos may still be able to bathe. Please check with the facility for details.

Brand
Ooedo Onsen Monogatari
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