Inunakiyama Onsen Yamanoyu

In the hills of Izumisano City, Osaka, the Inunakiyama hot spring rises in the Inunaki Valley and is treasured as one of the few natural secret springs in the prefecture. At Yamanoyu (Yumoto Onsenso) you can enjoy a colorless, transparent bicarbonate spring in a free-flowing style, known as a beauty water that leaves the skin smooth. Cradled by mountains famed as a center of mountain asceticism, it lets you forget the bustle of the city and relax at ease.

Highlights

- A pure bicarbonate spring served free-flowing, gentle on the skin and leaving it moisturized. - A calm indoor bath and open-air bath where you soak to the murmur of the mountain stream. - Nearby Shipporyuji Temple invites you to experience waterfall training and the history of mountain faith. - A location relatively close to Kansai International Airport, easy to visit before or after a trip.

Enjoying the Seasons

Spring brings fresh greenery, summer a cool valley breeze, and autumn a mountain range painted in red and gold, so the scenery shifts through the year. The autumn foliage season is especially rewarding, with the luxury of gazing at the coloring slopes while you soak.

Access and Basic Information

- Address: 2234 Oki, Izumisano City, Osaka - Access: From JR Hineno Station or Nankai Izumisano Station, take the Nankai Bus bound for Inunakiyama to the last stop, then about a 3-minute walk. - Day bathing: from around 10:00 until evening (check official sources for current hours). - Parking available. Drive with care on the mountain road.

A Quick Tip

The valley can grow chilly, so a light jacket is reassuring. Pairing the visit with a waterfall training experience makes for a refreshing day for body and mind.