二子浦温泉

We visited around 4 p.m. on a weekday in September. We approached from the Ibaraki Prefecture side, but the road was narrower than we expected, so we ended up passing it by. Turning back and turning into the road, we came across a fishery factory. Next to the factory was a prefabricated hot spring facility. Parking is available for about six cars. The parking lot is also small, so it may be difficult to fit a large vehicle. There were only two other guests besides us this time. The hot spring facility is small. It would probably feel cramped if about five adults gathered. Opening the door to the bathing area, we were greeted by a giant plastic tray-like bathtub. The water was salty, which I personally didn't like, but the free-flowing hot spring water gushed out, giving it a luxurious feel. It was a little hot. There was another bathtub of the same design next door, which let in outside air, creating a semi-open-air bath. I think each bathtub can only accommodate about three adults. There is only one faucet, so washing your body may be difficult when there are a lot of people. The fee is 250 yen. I felt that this price was a great deal considering the water is directly from the hot spring. I would like to go again next time I'm in the area.

It brings back childhood memories of playing in these tubs. There are many locals in the evenings, so it's best to go during the day. However, even in the evenings, the locals are kind and cheerful, making you feel at ease. There are no showers. I think the public hot spring baths are just a bathtub and a tap, so it's all OK. The luxury of being able to bathe in the hot spring water. ✨ Why does it feel so comfortable?! As of the end of June 2023, I could hear the sound of an electric drill. Construction was in full swing. When will it open?! I went back for the first time in a while in 2024! The indoor and outdoor baths. 🛁 It was daytime, so the ladies had it almost exclusively for themselves. It's been rebuilt and is new. The floor is bare concrete and tile. There's no shower, so I soaked in the bath, splashed water over myself with water from a bucket, took three breaks, and then got out. It warmed me up and felt so refreshed. The price was 550 yen. You splash in and come out feeling refreshed. The water was great ♨️

I visited this place for work. I was intrigued by the hot spring stand and decided to stop by. Suddenly, I noticed a hot spring facility across the street, so I decided to go in. It seems to be under renovation, as the bathtub is made of a cardboard box used for transporting fish, and it's full with just two adults. The water temperature is lukewarm, and the water is salty and bitter. It certainly seems like it would be good for all the internal organs, so I hope the facility will improve in the future. Even so, 550 yen might be a little expensive. By the way, photography was prohibited, so I refrained from taking pictures of the facility and only took a picture of the hot spring stand. The lady at the register that day told me that it's more effective for reducing bad breath than drinking, so I only gargled and rinsed my mouth with it. It was extremely salty and bitter.

On a Sunday in late October, I finally got to visit the much-talked-about Futagoura Onsen. The entrance fee was 250 yen, and after 15 visits, you get one free. The building was a prefabricated structure, and upon entering the bathing area, there were two bathtubs made from converted fish tanks (one of which was like an open-air bath with no roof). The bathtubs were overflowing with sodium-calcium chloride spring water, and after soaking for a while, my body warmed up nicely. One thing to note is that the bathing area is not very spacious, so it's probably best to avoid visiting in large groups. I think this is a hot spring that anyone who truly loves hot springs should definitely visit. Also, I imagine it must be difficult for the owner, who is elderly, to maintain the facilities, but I sincerely hope they can continue for as long as possible (*^^*)

It's a 1,100 yen taxi ride from Otsu Port. It's a 2.3 km walk away. Opens at 2 PM. The high-quality spring water contains over 10g of total nutrients, making it extremely warming. The water is a comfortable 43°C, so all the baths are free-flowing. There's also an open-air bath. The facility itself is fairly new. A cute old lady is at the front desk. Please note that amenities are not sold. The nearest convenience store is in front of Otsu Port Station. Cleanup apparently takes an hour and a half.