Okumizuma Onsen

In Kaizuka City, Osaka, set in the hills sometimes called the inner retreat of Senshu, Okumizuma Onsen is a single secluded inn nestled beside a clear stream. Surrounded by nature so deep it is hard to believe it is only about an hour by car from central Osaka, it lets you soak to the murmur of the Chikiri River. The natural sodium spring is cherished as a beauty water said to leave the skin smooth.

Highlights

- A riverside open-air bath where you soak to the sound of the water. - A natural sodium spring that feels gentle on the skin. - A single inn offering creative cuisine that draws on the bounty of the mountains. - Day bathing is available, with a quiet hideaway atmosphere.

Enjoying the Seasons

From fresh greenery in spring to a cool valley in summer and foliage in autumn, the nature of all four seasons feels close at hand. Autumn is especially fine, with the mountains turning color and a striking view of the leaves from the open-air bath. In winter, wrapped in silence, the warm water feels all the more welcome.

Access and Basic Information

- Address: 3159 Kizumi, Kaizuka City, Osaka - Access: About 10 minutes by car from Mizuma-Kannon Station on the Mizuma Railway (free shuttle available), and about 10 minutes from the Kaizuka IC on the Hanwa Expressway. - Day bathing available (check official sources for current hours). - Parking available. Drive with care on the mountain road.

A Quick Tip

The surroundings are rich in nature and good for a walk. It suits those seeking hideaway-like quiet, so come on a day when you want to spend unhurried time.