Ayuri Onsen

This hot spring springs near Yabuki Chuo Interchange. It's located in a slightly convoluted area, and the access road to the parking lot is narrow, so please be careful. The parking lot is spacious and can accommodate about 25 cars outside. It's a short walk up the stairs to the building. There are 100-yen shoe lockers on both sides of the building, and doorless shoe lockers are also available. After putting your shoes in, the reception desk is directly ahead. Pay 400 yen for adults and 200 yen for children. Turn right and you'll see the "Yu" noren curtain. There are chairs and a TV to the left of the reception desk, so you can relax after your bath. The navy blue noren curtain is for the men's bath, and the red one is for the women's. Entering the changing room through the noren curtain will reveal a row of 100-yen lockers. The lockers have a coin purse inside the door. There are four sinks, but only two free hair dryers. There's also an analog scale and a water server, so it's nice to drink some after your bath. When you enter the bathroom, there are 10 washbasins on both sides, with rinse-in shampoo and body soap provided. There's a temperature-adjustable shower, but it's extremely short, only 5 seconds, making it difficult to use. Furthermore, the water cools and turns into cold water while you're washing, so be sure to check the water temperature before getting in. The bathtub is spacious, with the outlet on the left side. The water temperature is around 42°C, while the right side, farther from the outlet, is slightly warmer at around 41°C. If you don't like hot water, it's best to enter from the handrail on the right. The slightly cloudy water has a slight salty smell, but it's not too salty. The slippery water has no chlorine smell and makes for a comfortable soak. There's also an open-air bath outside. It's quite large, and the water temperature is about 42°C, the same as the indoor bath. There's no chlorine smell, so you can also enjoy a comfortable soak. There's a sauna to the right of the open-air bath, but it was out of service. Sadly, it's a shame for sauna lovers... This quality of water is available for just 400 yen. I visited on a public holiday evening, but it wasn't crowded and I was able to enjoy a comfortable bath. I highly recommend this quality of water to hot spring enthusiasts. Definitely give it a try!

I visited on a weekday morning. The baths are simple, with one inside and one outside. However, I somehow found myself wanting to stay in this hot spring (especially the open-air bath). It's not lukewarm, but I could easily stay in by repeatedly taking half-body baths. There's also a barrel sauna, which is really nice. It only fits four people, so you might have to wait in the evenings. You can also do a self-loyly, and while it's not that hot normally, the small space makes the temperature and humidity just right after you do it. The cold bath is for one person. The temperature was just right, but it might change depending on the season. It's great value, being able to enjoy a bath and sauna of this quality for just 400 yen. I just popped in on a whim, but it was amazing. Another plus is that there are matches available at the vending machine just outside. Crowd Level: Fair for a weekday morning Temperature: High Humidity: High Water Bath: Perfectly 15 degrees (autumn) Stools: About 4 Loyly: Self-service Amenities: I remember there was only a hair dryer Rest Area: None Parking: Fairly available

I've always wanted to go to Ayuri Onsen! It was bustling with locals! The spring water is of good quality, there's an open-air bath, a small sauna where you can do loyly baths, and the indoor bath is also warm and the floor is non-slip, like tatami, which is considerate for elderly people. There's also a rest room, so you can relax and enjoy the whole day! I also didn't know you could drink this hot spring water! As for the taste...it's definitely worth a visit and try 😊

Considering the excellent water quality and facilities, the price is surprisingly low. The thick hot spring water comes in both indoor and outdoor baths, and there is also a compact barrel sauna, a cold water bath with free-flowing well water, and a spacious outdoor bathing space. It is unusual to find a tatami-floored washing area and drinkable hot spring water at the entrance. This is a hot spring that we highly recommend to enthusiasts of hidden hot springs.

It's a great hot spring. From April 2016, the bathing fee will increase from 400 to 600 yen for those under 65 years old. For those over 65, the fee is 300 yen. The fee for the large hall is also included. However, there are no facilities that serve food or drinks. You can bring your own food or drink. The parking lot is large, so you can bring an A-class scannable car. There are two parking lots.