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Notice of Reopening: Rakan no Yu (Men’s Bath) Herbal Steam Sauna

The herbal steam sauna at Rakan no Yu (men’s bath), which had been closed due to equipment failure, has now completed repairs and will reopen from Friday, February 13.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and trouble caused during the closure period.
We kindly ask for your continued patronage of Rakan no Yu and look forward to welcoming you.
We eagerly await your visit.

The herbal steam sauna at Rakan no Yu (men’s bath), which had been closed due to equipment failure,
has now completed repairs and will reopen from Friday, February 13.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused during the closure period.
We kindly ask for your continued support of Rakan no Yu and look forward to welcoming you.
We eagerly await your visit.

Rakan no Yu

A hot spring & sauna,
surrounded by the majestic
nature of Mount Mifuneyama.
The wind strokes
the mountainside,
trees sway,
water springs forth,
and stones silently speak ------
all of it gently awakening
the voice within you.

Open-Air & Indoor Baths

Men's Open-Air Bath

Women's Open-Air & Indoor Bath

Men's Indoor Bath

Free for hotel guests.
Rakan no Yu is also available for day-use bathing.

Rakan no Yu Day Use

Men's Bath

SAUNACHELINHALL OF FAME

5. Wood-fired Sauna

6. Dry Sauna

8. Cold Bath

10. Lounge

11. Open-air Bathing Area

Men's Bath Layout

Women's Bath

SAUNACHELINHALL OF FAME

7. Dry Sauna (Kugel)

8. Cold Bath

10. Herbal Steam Sauna

14. Lounge

15. Bench

Women's Bath Layout

Location of Rakan no Yu

From the 1st floor front desk of the Main Building, go up the stairs to the 2nd floor and proceed to the 1st floor of the Bekkan Naikokoro (Annex).
There is a passage on the 1st floor of the Bekkan Naikokoro leading to Rakan no Yu.
Please note that there are many stairs inside the building, so it may require some effort to move around.

Moving Around the Facility

The Main Building has 3 floors, and the Bekkan Naikokoro (Annex) has 2 floors. Please note there is no elevator.
The 2nd floor of the Main Building corresponds to the 1st floor of the Bekkan Naikokoro.
There are stairs leading from the Bekkan Naikokoro to Rakan no Yu.
We apologize for any inconvenience to elderly guests or guests with mobility difficulties.
We provide wheelchairs and staff assistance whenever possible to accommodate guest needs.

Rakan no Yu Information (For Overnight Guests)

Check-in Day: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Next Day: 6:00 AM – 10:30 AM (Gender-Swapped)

Free of charge for overnight guests
Guests can enjoy both male and female baths due to the gender-swap schedule.

Amenities

Available in the Public Bath: Shampoo, conditioner, body soap, face towels, etc.

Provided in Guest Rooms: Yukata, bath towels, toothbrush, razor, etc.

Sauna hats are not available for rental or sale.

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Hall of Fame in SaunaChelin

SaunaChelin, often called "the Michelin of the sauna world," evaluates sauna facilities across Japan that innovate beyond conventional standards and create new value for saunas.

Rakan no Yu was awarded 1st place nationwide in the "Saunaer of the Year" category for three consecutive years (2019–2022), earning a place in the Hall of Fame.

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How to Experience “Totonou”

Sauna: 6–8 minutes

Cold Bath: 1–2 minutes

Rest: 8–10 minutes

This "4:1:5" ratio is ideal. Repeating this cycle 3 times can help you experience the state of “totonou,” a deeply refreshed and balanced feeling.

Usage Guidelines

For safety and comfort, the following guests are not permitted to use Rakan no Yu:

Members of organized crime groups or anti-social organizations.
Guests with tattoos.
Intoxicated guests (excessive alcohol consumption).
Those who shout or behave disruptively.
Guests with skin diseases, contagious conditions, or those medically advised not to bathe.
Guests with fever, severe fatigue, cough, breathing difficulties, or any health issues affecting safety.
Those engaging in behavior that may inconvenience or endanger other guests, or is unhygienic.
Any guests deemed unsuitable for use of the facility.

About Takeo Onsen

The historic Takeo Onsen is renowned for its heat retention and skin-beautifying properties.

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History of Takeo Onsen

Takeo Onsen, known for its clear, soft water, is mentioned in the 1300-year-old "Hizen Fudoki" as: “There is a rock with hot springs to the west of the district…”. According to tradition, even Empress Jingū once bathed here.

During the Bunroku and Keichō campaigns, many soldiers gathered at Nagoya Castle visited Takeo Onsen. Toyotomi Hideyoshi issued a stamped notice, “Bathing Etiquette,” instructing soldiers to avoid disturbing other bathers.

In the Edo period, Takeo prospered as a post town along the Nagasaki Kaidō. Historical figures such as Miyamoto Musashi, Siebold, Date Masamune, and Inō Tadataka are recorded to have bathed here. The onsen is a mildly alkaline simple hot spring with well-balanced minerals, providing excellent heat retention and skin-beautifying effects.