Yunomine Onsen public bath

The Yunomine hot spring was discovered by the regional administrator of Kumano, Oato no Sukune, around the fourth century, and is known as Japan’s oldest onsen. The hot spring is also famous as having been used by emperors throughout history to purify themselves when they came to visit the temples of Kumano, and since ancient times the hot spring has flourished with worshipers coming to see Kumano’s temples. The public bathhouse is located in the center of the area. There is a general bath, medicinal bath, reservable private bath, and relaxation bath. The Tsuboyu, a rock bath registered as a World Heritage Site, is located nearby. This bath is a popular tourist attraction thanks to its color changing properties—depending on conditions, the bath’s waters may change colors several times in a day, leading to its nickname, the “Seven Color Bath.” Visitors can also purchase hot spring water to take home with them.

Spot details

Address: Wakayama Pref. Tanabeshi Honguchouyunomine 110 Map
Area: Kumano Kodo / Hongu Area
Phone: 0735420074
Hours: 6:00-21:00
Closed: Irregular holidays (Closed on Sundays due to cleaning)
Fees: [Bathing fee General Yu]
[Adult]400yen
[Under 12 years old]200yen

[Bathing fee Kusuriyu]
[Adult]600yen
[Under 12 years old]300yen

[Bathing fee Tsuboyu]
[Adult] 800yen
[Under 12 years old]400yen
Parking Lot: Available(46spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Wheelchair accessible: Available