「Arima Kaido Onsen Suzuran-no-Yu」 - A Visit

The encounter came by chance. After relaxing at 'Yurara-no-Yu Oshikuma Store' in Nara Prefecture, I was suddenly struck by an impulse to 'go see the summer Koshien.' The weather was cloudy with rain later. The temperature was unusually low for recent days. Even the heavens seemed to be on my side. With a feeling as if I had become a god, I headed to Koshien Stadium. I parked near the stadium and headed to the reception to buy same-day tickets. I could see the word 'Sold Out.' My heart sank. I approached a nearby staff member and asked, 'Does this mean... I can't get in today?' The reply came back: 'Literally, yes.' I thought the outfield was free, so I asked again. Then they said, 'The outfield is also paid and requires a ticket.' What? Another plan change! It was 4 PM. A bit early to go to a sauna. When sauna hopping, you need at least a 6-hour interval. I returned to the car to think. I considered 'Should I just go back to Naruto?' However, coming to Koshien Stadium only to face sold-out tickets as a bad ending felt somehow unsatisfying. The end of a journey must be something refreshing and pleasant. I closed my eyes and listened to my body's voice. At that moment, I was seeking a natural hot spring. That's how I encountered 'Arima Kaido Onsen Suzuran-no-Yu.'

After completing reception and cleansing myself, I surrendered to the indoor bath. It's an Arima-type natural hot spring. All the strength drained from my body. Gradually, my body became warm and cozy. When I started sweating, I entered the cold bath. At that moment, I was amazed by how incredibly pleasant it felt. The water was soft, and I could stay in it forever. Looking closely, I noticed they were using flowing Miyamizu (one of Japan's 100 famous waters). Combined with the Arima-type source spring and famous water - how impressive! The 17°C water temperature in midsummer was also wonderful. While savoring the afterglow of the cold bath, I went to the outdoor bath. This outdoor area is truly the greatest attraction of Suzuran-no-Yu. They created a garden in the forest, with a source spring flowing bath, cypress bath, pot bath, löyly sauna, cold bath, and totonou space. There are many chairs, so you won't get lost looking for a place to achieve totonou. While being moved by the worldview of the forest and garden, I headed to the löyly sauna. There were vihta at the entrance. The sauna must also be carefully crafted. Upon entering the sauna, I was enveloped by the scent of cypress. I moved to the upper tier and slowly closed my eyes. I took deep breaths and filled my chest with the cypress fragrance. My heart rate was rising. I was reaching my limit. Leaving the sauna, I headed to the cypress cold bath. Tremendous pleasure enveloped me. I closed my eyes and concentrated on the sounds of nature. I could smell the forest. The cold bath was also breathing. I felt like I might lose consciousness. I somehow managed to move to the space with chairs and relaxed my entire body. Again, the sounds and scents of nature enveloped me. Before I knew it, I had completed 5 sets. Enjoying hot springs and sauna together with nature. Liberating myself in nature. I was moved by how incredibly pleasant this could be. I had encountered another wonderful place. Moreover, this pleasure came at the end of my journey. Irresistible. Well, this journey ends here. I feel no fatigue. Rather, I'm charged with energy. What kind of journey should I take next? Where should I go? With such thoughts, I drove my car toward my home in Naruto.