Yasuragiso

[Public Hot Spring for Locals] This is a hot spring I stumbled upon while visiting Karatsu. Admission Fee ☑︎︎︎︎︎☑︎ Bathing Ticket Adults 10:00 AM - (700 yen for non-residents) ☑︎ Bathing Ticket Adults 5:00 PM - (520 yen for non-residents) It seems there is a price difference between city residents and non-residents. ○ Far-Infrared Sauna Room temperature: 88-90°C Not large enough to fit a maximum of 8 people Music was playing over the radio Showa-era pop music was playing the whole time ○ Cold Bath No thermometer Feels like the upper teens to just under 20°C Neither cold nor lukewarm ○ Bathing Area No thermometer Apparently around 42-44°C It was a little hot ○ Open-Air Space ・Open-air bath: Small ・Chairs There was one. - One long bench that could seat about four people. ○ The crowd was on the older side. It seemed like a place for local dads to relax. ◾︎Things I was concerned about ① In the changing room, There were obviously dirty diapers left there. ? Staff were there regularly, but they weren't cleaning. ② They recommend drinking fluids, but there were no water dispensers in either the changing room or the bathroom. There was nowhere to get the essential fluids. Water was only available by bring-your-own-own, which was quite a challenge for first-time visitors. It was my first time there, but even though I'd come all the way from far away, I wasn't particularly satisfied.

This bathing facility is operated by the Hamatama Town government in Karatsu City through a third-sector initiative. Located just uphill from Hamatama, this bathing facility utilizes Noda no Yu, a hot spring located in the area's hillside. It promotes intergenerational exchange among residents, contributing to community harmony and the promotion of health and welfare. In addition to the indoor bath, the facility offers an open-air bath, sauna, and a private Japanese-style room (training room). There's also a dining area where you can enjoy a light meal. While officially labeled as a hot spring, the water is boiled and circulated from groundwater, so technically it can't be called a "hot spring." I asked a female staff member if they had a hot spring analysis chart, but they said they didn't. Even if it's groundwater (cold water), it can be called a "hot spring" if it contains elements above the standard value, so it seems a shame not to analyze it. (>_<) Also, the operating company will be changing in April 2026, and the fees and system may also change. If you're planning on visiting now, I recommend calling ahead to confirm details.

Prices vary within and outside the prefecture. The hot spring water is light and has no unpleasant aftertaste. There are about 10 washing areas. One indoor bath One small outdoor bath The sauna is large enough to fit about 8 people The cold bath is small and only suitable for one person You have to time your exit from the sauna before you can get into the cold bath. The shower water is colder, so I also recommend using that. 🚿 Also, there are no water refills, so I recommend bringing your own water. The open-air bathing area has one chair and one three-seater bench outside. There's a hair dryer in the changing room. There's a tea dispenser in the rest area where you can get tea. 🍵 There are both indoor and outdoor rest areas. It's quite spacious. The dining hall is open a little early, with orders stopping between 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM. There's also an unmanned outdoor vendor selling local vegetables at low prices. The customers were on the older side while it was still light out, but we were able to relax and enjoy ourselves ♨️✌️

A neat and tidy hot spring with a great feel. The price is extremely cheap after 5pm. However, it's rumored to get crowded, so it might be better to relax during the off-peak hours between 3pm and 5pm. I actually went in at 3:30pm and it wasn't very crowded, so I was able to relax. The water isn't slimy, but I hope it's still effective. A locker fee of 10 yen is required, so don't forget that. There's also an unmanned vegetable stand in front of the entrance, and everything is reasonably priced. I got a 100 yen radish on this day. A post-COVID-19 post. I didn't take a bath, but I've started to always stop by the unmanned vegetable stand here after drawing water. Tomatoes, eggplants, and other vegetables are all just 100 yen, so it's really cheap.

Prices not friendly to visitors from outside the prefecture Small bathrooms Staff service is average, not friendly at all? The elegant interior is lovely, and the rest area is great. The indoor bath's ceiling is made of cypress, which gives it a lovely scent. The outdoor bath is also small but elegant. There are only two bathrooms. The shower has good water pressure. There are also three outlets for power outlets (for bringing your own hair dryer, etc.). Vegetables, fruits, and flowers from farms are sold, and they're all reasonably priced and appealing. ✨You can put money into a handmade plastic bottle nearby.