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Three baths, one hilltop. From the panoramic open-air bath to the private family tub — soak as often as you like.

Three baths, one hilltop, endless sky.

Gora's sodium bicarbonate spring — known locally as 'beauty water' — eases tired muscles and leaves skin silky. From the view-bath to the private tub, take your time.

VIEW OPEN-AIR BATH

Takami-no-yu

The signature open-air bath perched at 600m. Watch morning mist lift from the mountains — separated by gender, timed rotation.

INDOOR PUBLIC BATH

Kami-no-yu

All-hinoki cypress indoor bath. Warm in any season, drawing the same mineral-rich spring. Separated by gender.

PRIVATE FAMILY BATH

Kiyo-no-yu

Reserve the whole bath for your group. One-hour slots available at the front desk — complete privacy guaranteed.

SPRING TYPESodium bicarbonate
TEMPERATUREApprox. 42°C (heated)
BENEFITSSkin care, fatigue, neuralgia, muscle pain
DAY USEEnquire (weekdays only)

Three ways to experience
Hakone Kaminoyu's spring.

PUBLIC

Takami-no-yu guide

Open 6:00–22:00. Gender rotation applies — check the current schedule at the front desk. Please watch your step on wet surfaces. Early morning mist is a highlight.

OPEN-AIR

Kami-no-yu guide

Available 24 hours (except during cleaning). Separated by gender. Late-night bathing in the silent inn is especially pleasant.

PRIVATE

Kiyo-no-yu guide

Reserve at the front desk in one-hour slots (¥2,000/hour). Available 15:00–21:00.

GUIDE

Bathing tips

Hydrate before and after bathing. We recommend 15–20 minutes per session to enjoy the spring's benefits without overheating.

The story of Gora's Kaminoyu spring

Gora's onsen district was developed in the early 1900s as a resort area. The 'Kaminoyu' zone, sitting higher on the slope, is known for its sodium bicarbonate spring — locally celebrated as 'bijin-no-yu' (beauty water).

Our spring flows from the inn's own grounds, delivering fresh onsen water daily. With a pH of around 8.5, the mildly alkaline water gently exfoliates and leaves skin smooth.

Frequently asked questions.

What are the open-air bath hours?

6:00–22:00 (gender rotation applies). We especially recommend the early morning when mountain mist is at its finest.

How much is the private bath?

¥2,000 per hour (tax included). Payment at the front desk.

What type of spring water is it?

Sodium bicarbonate spring — known as 'beauty water' for its silky feel. Also beneficial for neuralgia and fatigue recovery.

Are tattoos permitted in the baths?

Tattoos are not permitted in the public and open-air baths. The private bath is available for guests with tattoos.

Bath Reservations & Day Use

Enquire about the private bath or day-use bathing.