Mar 28–29, 2026 Hyogo & Wakayama Sauna Trip
It was an unplanned weekend, but the moment I woke up and opened the curtains I decided to set off on a trip. The sky was clear and the sea view was gorgeous. I thought it would feel incredible to take a bath while looking out at the sea on a day like this. A few facilities with outstanding locations came to mind. First, I decided to head to that place in Tarumi Ward, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture to soak in an open-air bath while gazing at the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. In an instant I grabbed my things and rushed out of the house.

SPA Sen Taihei no Yu
A spontaneous morning sauna with a panoramic view of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

Nanki Shirahama Onsen Hotel Kawakyu
The famous Shirahama Onsen and a Royal Spa overlooking the setting sun

Aritagawa Onsen Hikari no Yu
Premium onsen, sauna, and cold plunge bath

Ninomaru Onsen
A Finnish-style sauna in the mountains enveloped by the sound of waterfalls
