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Enjoy the sauna! Koukasya Guesthouse, surrounded by nature in the mountains of Yamaguchi
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Japan is experiencing an unprecedented sauna boom! Sauna facilities are opening one after another all over the country. In Yamaguchi City, close to Hiroshima and Fukuoka, a guesthouse has reopened with a sauna. Located a short distance from the Yuda Onsen area, it is a space rich in nature where you...
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Yamaguchi City, where history, culture, nature, hot springs and many attractions and encounters await. ー Stroll while feeling the vestiges of Ouchi culture ーLet's walk Hagi Okan, the historic road ーGoing to see SL Yamaguchi ーLeisurely enjoy Yuda Onsen Enjoy the great nature of the Chugoku Mountains to the north and the Seto Inland Sea to the south. When you visit a place to which you are drawn, See it, feel it, and experience it. Let's go on a trip to Yamaguchi where you can spend your time as you please.
Koukasha is a historic guesthouse that opened in 1974 as Yamaguchi Youth Hostel and will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2024. There are six single rooms and two Japanese-style rooms that can accommodate four to five people, and it is a warm space where people can interact with each other. The building, which is nearly 80 years old, has been renovated to create a nostalgic atmosphere. There is also a sauna, a drink stand, and a store, so you can drop in casually for just a cup of coffee.
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- Soft on the skin "Wood stove sauna"
- Workcation and lodging
- "Drink Stand" is also recommended after the sauna
- Find your favorite products at the "Store"
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- Yamaguchi City Tourism Information Site "Sainokyo Yamaguchi"
Soft on the skin "Wood stove sauna"
The sauna is a "wood-stove sauna" heated by burning firewood in an iron stove, and unlike saunas that use gas or electricity as a heat source, it is characterized by its "soft feel on the skin." It is popular because it is not stuffy.
At your own risk, natural cold water baths in the river flowing in front of the hotel are also popular.
Listen to the sound of the river and look up at the stars at night to cool down slowly.
Swimsuits are required and can be rented. Day use is also available. The night sauna is open from 9pm for overnight guests only. Please enjoy the different temperature and atmosphere from the daytime.
・Business hours: 13:00-20:30 (last admission 19:30)
・Closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays ・Price: From 2,000 yen for 2 hours
The sauna requires prior reservation, please click here.
Workcation and lodging
There are six single rooms and two Japanese-style rooms that can accommodate four to five people, with rates starting from 7,000 yen per night.
It is equipped with Wi-Fi and can also be used for day use, so it is also recommended for workcations!
You can enjoy seasonal scenery from the windows of your Japanese-style room, from cherry blossoms in spring to autumn leaves in autumn.
In the shared space, you can do simple cooking using a microwave and kettle. Dinner is not provided, and there are few restaurants nearby, so most people bring their own food. Pre-prepared foods are also available for purchase.
"One of the charms of Koukasha is that the customers who meet here have fun conversations and get along well," says a staff member. It seems that locals often drop by, so you might meet someone you never expected!
Breakfast is available for an additional 1,000 yen on top of the accommodation fee. Before the renovation, the bread handmade by Sugita's mother was very popular, so the staff recreated it and serve it. You can start your day off right with a bang!
"Drink Stand" is also recommended after the sauna
The drink stand offers coffee, beer, apple juice, etc. "Koukasha Blend Coffee" is an original blend with a refreshing taste that makes you want to drink it after the sauna.
You can also just use the drink stand, so please feel free to drop by.
Find your favorite products at the "Store"
A store with a selection of products under the theme of "adding color to your daily life." We sell a selection of everyday items and outdoor gear made by artists from Japan and around the world. You might find a favorite product that will fit into your daily life.
"I hope you can enjoy a rustic place that is a little different from the tourist spots and experience something out of the ordinary," says the owner, Mr. Sugita. Please stop by for a cup of coffee, or even just stay overnight or enjoy the sauna!
access
●Train: 60 minutes on foot from JR Miyano Station ●Bus: 5 minutes on foot from Miyano Onsen bus stop
As there are few buses to Miyano Onsen bus stop, we recommend taking a train or bus to Yamaguchi Station or Miyano Station and then taking a taxi.
Yamaguchi City Tourism Information Site "Sainokyo Yamaguchi"
"Nishi no Kyo Yamaguchi" is a website that introduces tourist information for Yamaguchi City, including sightseeing spots, experience information, accommodation, and gourmet food. Please use it as a reference!
Yamaguchi City, where history, culture, nature, hot springs and many attractions and encounters await. ー Stroll while feeling the vestiges of Ouchi culture ーLet's walk Hagi Okan, the historic road ーGoing to see SL Yamaguchi ーLeisurely enjoy Yuda Onsen Enjoy the great nature of the Chugoku Mountains to the north and the Seto Inland Sea to the south. When you visit a place to which you are drawn, See it, feel it, and experience it. Let's go on a trip to Yamaguchi where you can spend your time as you please.
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