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Himenoyu
4.1★ · 477 Google ratings · Hakone, Kanagawa · 姫之湯
✓ Day visitors✓ Kakenagashi
Before you go
Can you bathe here?
Day visitors
✓ YesConfirmed by recent visitor reports
Hours
09:00–19:30From the facility's listing
Closed
ThursdayWeekly closing days from the listing
Tattoos
? Call aheadNo policy stated in the 39 recent reviews we read
Price
¥650 adultConfirmed by recent visitor reports
How we know this
- Day visitors: Multiple day visitors report successfully bathing as non-residents from 2025–2026. · 3 visitors, Feb 2026 – Jul 2026
- Price: Current day-use admission is ¥650 as of 2026; one review notes previous price was ¥500 (2026-01). · 3 visitors, Mar 2026 – Jun 2026
Atmosphere
The bath
What you’ll find
Small, locals-only public bathhouse in Hakone with intensely hot (43–45°C) simple alkaline spring water piped fresh; just one circular indoor bath, no frills.
Bath setup
Indoor baths
1.0Confirmed by recent visitor reports
Outdoor bath
✕ NoConfirmed by recent visitor reports
Spring water
Spring type
simple alkalineReported by two visitors
Source temperature
80°CReported by one visitor
Bath temperature
44°CVisitors consistently report bath temperature between 42–45°C, typically 43–44°C; one review from 2026-02 notes 43–45°C range.Confirmed by recent visitor reports
Free-flowing (kakenagashi)
✓ FullFresh spring water flows continuously through the bath
How we know this
- Indoor baths: All reviews confirm a single circular or oval-shaped indoor bath; no additional tubs. · 3 visitors, Dec 2025 – Jul 2026
- Outdoor bath: Multiple visitors explicitly confirm there is no outdoor bath; only an indoor bath. · 3 visitors, Dec 2025 – Jun 2026
- Spring type: Visitors describe the spring as simple alkaline with a slippery, skin-smoothing quality. · 2 visitors, Dec 2025 – Jul 2026
- Source temperature: One visitor heard the source temperature is approximately 80°C and the bath is adjusted with water. · 1 visitor, Jul 2026
- Bath temperature: Visitors consistently report bath temperature between 42–45°C, typically 43–44°C; one review from 2026-02 notes 43–45°C range. · 3 visitors, Feb 2026 – May 2026
- Free-flowing (kakenagashi): Multiple reviews explicitly state the bath features fresh source-water flow. · 2 visitors, Jan 2026 – Feb 2026
Practical
What you need
Towels
For saleTowels must be purchased at the counter; branded towels are ¥300.Confirmed by recent visitor reports
Soap & shampoo
For sale at the counterBody soap is provided at washing stations; shampoo and rinse must be purchased (¥300) or brought by visitor.Confirmed by recent visitor reports
Lockers
Coin not returnedSmall lockers for valuables in the hallway cost ¥100 with no refund of coin; located outside the dressing room.Confirmed by recent visitor reports
Hair dryer
✓ YesConfirmed by recent visitor reports
Facilities
Rest area
✓ YesReported by two visitors
How we know this
- Towels: Towels must be purchased at the counter; branded towels are ¥300. · 3 visitors, Dec 2025 – Apr 2026
- Soap & shampoo: Body soap is provided at washing stations; shampoo and rinse must be purchased (¥300) or brought by visitor. · 4 visitors, Nov 2025 – Jul 2026
- Lockers: Small lockers for valuables in the hallway cost ¥100 with no refund of coin; located outside the dressing room. · 4 visitors, Dec 2025 – Jun 2026
- Hair dryer: Hair dryers are available; at least one review confirms they are free. · 3 visitors, Dec 2025 – Jun 2026
- Rest area: A second-floor rest area is available but requires separate payment; bathing-only admission does not include it. · 2 visitors, Jan 2026 – Jul 2026
Timing
When to go
Quietest Friday around 19:00. Busiest Sunday around 10:00.
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Quiet Busy
Based on Google visit patterns, not a forecast.
Weekly hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00–19:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00–19:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–19:30 |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 09:00–19:30 |
| Saturday | 09:00–19:30 |
| Sunday | 09:00–19:30 |
Closed Thursday.
Getting there
How to get there
Nearest station
Ohiradai · Hakone Tozan Railway · OH53About 2 min on foot, 0.2 km in a straight line
Address
583 Ohiradai, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0405From the facility's listing
Show a driver
姫之湯The name in Japanese, for a taxi or at the counter
Phone
+81460-82-2057Japanese-speaking. For tattoos or private baths a call is the only sure answer
Website
www.himenoyu.netOfficial, in Japanese
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Questions
Common questions
Can I visit Himenoyu without staying overnight?
Multiple day visitors report successfully bathing as non-residents from 2025–2026.
How much does Himenoyu cost?
Current day-use admission is ¥650 as of 2026; one review notes previous price was ¥500 (2026-01).
Is the water free-flowing spring water?
Multiple reviews explicitly state the bath features fresh source-water flow.
