[1.5 hours from Nagoya] Gero Onsen Suimeikan's three large baths with different themes

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• Gero Onsen Suimeikan is a 3-minute walk from the nearest station.
• What kind of place is Gero Onsen?
• At Suimeikan, you can enjoy touring the baths in the facility while wearing a yukata!
• "Shimodome no Yu" is a large public bath equipped with a sauna where you can relax with the scent of cypress.
• The "Observation Bath" offers a panoramic view of Gero Onsen town and the mountains of Gero.
• The open-air baths "Kannon no Yu" and "Ryujin no Yu" are surrounded by giant rocks and greenery.
• Enjoy the hot spring water in your room! Suimeikan has a wide variety of guest rooms
• A private hot spring bath that is perfect for those who want to relax and unwind on their own, or for foreigners.
• Be sure to check the etiquette for hot spring bathing before using the large public bath!
• Summary of frequently asked questions when using Suimeikan Onsen

Gero Onsen Suimeikan is a 3-minute walk from the nearest station.

Gero Onsen Suimeikan is a long-established inn located just a 3-minute walk from the nearest station, JR Gero Station. Despite its convenient location, it also provides a shuttle bus, so you can feel at ease even if you are traveling with large luggage or in bad weather.

In addition to the hot springs that boast high-quality spring water, the hotel also offers a variety of meal options and a beautiful Japanese garden. There are also plenty of facilities, including a pool, athletic gym, and beauty salon.

There are three large baths, each with a different atmosphere.

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This article summarizes the three large baths.

What kind of place is Gero Onsen?

Gero Onsen is known as one of the three most famous hot springs in Japan, along with Kusatsu and Arima. The quality of the spring water is said to be "beauty water" and is popular for its smooth texture on the skin. Gero, a hot spring resort with repeat visitors from both within Japan and overseas, is also attractive for its convenient location, just an hour and a half from Nagoya. It is a tourist destination where you can enjoy a relaxing time and delicious food away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Below is an article that provides more detailed information about Gero Onsen.

At Suimeikan, you can enjoy touring the baths in the facility while wearing a yukata!

Suimeikan has three large public baths with different themes. One of the reasons for its popularity is that you can enjoy bathing in the building without going outside. Also, guests can wear yukata at no extra charge, so you can enjoy strolling around the building and bathing in a yukata. Suimeikan is decorated with tasteful decorations throughout, so it's perfect for taking photos! Have a look and find your favorite spot.

From here, we will introduce the three large baths at Suimeikan.

"Shimodome no Yu" is a large public bath equipped with a sauna where you can relax with the scent of cypress.

Suimeikan's "Shimodome-no-Yu" is a large bathhouse that is made entirely of cypress, from the ceiling to the walls and pillars. This large bathhouse, where you can relax with the scent of cypress, is the largest in Suimeikan. In addition to the cypress bathtub, there are also high and low temperature bathtubs and a sauna. This is a place where you can enjoy yourself in a way that suits your tastes. You can relax your mind and body while gazing at the Japanese garden. "Shimodome-no-Yu" is a special large bathhouse that is only available to guests staying at the hotel.

The "Observation Bath" offers a panoramic view of Gero Onsen town and the mountains of Gero.

Located on the 9th floor, the "Observation Public Bath" is the only large bath at Suimeikan that is available 24 hours a day, and is a spacious bath exceeding 110 m2. The bath is made entirely of glass, and from the women's side you can see the hot spring town of Gero and the Hida River below, while from the men's side you can see the majestic mountains of Gero. By the way, from the men's side you can also see Gero Station and the train tracks, so it's a great bath for children who love trains. This bath is also available for day-trip guests.

The open-air baths "Kannon no Yu" and "Ryujin no Yu" are surrounded by giant rocks and greenery.

The "open-air bath" is surrounded by trees and huge rocks, and is a large, tasteful bath where you can feel the comfortable breeze and enjoy the natural painting of the sky on the ceiling. At night, you can enjoy an elegant moment while gazing at the beautiful starry sky of Hida.

The women's side is called "Kannon no Yu" and the men's side is called "Ryujin no Yu." "Kannon no Yu" is approximately 30 m2 and "Ryujin no Yu" is approximately 50 m2.

This bath is also available for day use.

Enjoy the hot spring water in your room! Suimeikan has a wide variety of guest rooms

So far we have introduced the three large public baths at Suimeikan, but in fact most of the guest rooms at Suimeikan allow you to enjoy the hot spring water from the comfort of your own room! It is rare to find an inn where you can enjoy a hot spring water from the comfort of your own room, and this is one of the attractions of Suimeikan. While it is great to relax and enjoy the hot spring water in the spacious large public bath, we also recommend enjoying your own private hot spring time in your room.

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There are several special rooms in Suimeikan, but the most popular are the rooms with open-air baths. These luxurious rooms allow you to have the open-air bath all to yourself in a private space.

A private hot spring bath that is perfect for those who want to relax and unwind on their own, or for foreigners.

We have private baths that are safe for those who are uncomfortable using public baths or those with tattoos. You can choose from two types of baths: the purely Japanese-style "Shichiri no Yu" made of cypress and the retro-style "Oribe no Yu" made of ceramic. Both are available for 3,300 yen for 60 minutes. Recommended for couples and married couples.

Be sure to check the etiquette for hot spring bathing before using the large public bath!

When you go on a trip to a hot spring, you will have the opportunity to use a large public bath, but because it is a place used by many people, it is important to know the proper etiquette to avoid embarrassment. Since it is a public space, you should do your best to ensure that everyone can use it comfortably.

Please check the following article for information on etiquette when bathing in a hot spring.

Summary of frequently asked questions when using Suimeikan Onsen

Q. Up to what age can I bathe with my child?

A. Children up to 6 years old may use the baths with children of the opposite sex. Children 7 years old and over are not allowed to enter the baths or changing rooms of the opposite sex.

Q. Are tattoos allowed?

A. In general, we do not allow people with tattoos to bathe. If the tattoo is small and can be covered with a sticker, there is no problem. However, we ask that you refrain from bringing towels into the bathtub. We also do not allow people to cover their tattoos with towels or bathe in swimsuits. We recommend that you use a private hot spring.

Q. Can I use it for a day trip?

A. Of course you can! Reception hours are from 11:00 to 14:00. Suimeikan also has three restaurants, so you can enjoy lunch in addition to the hot springs. If you eat lunch, the bathing fee will be discounted. Please consider this.

Q. Please tell me how to get to Gero Onsen.

A. It takes about an hour and a half to get there from JR Nagoya Station by taking the Wide View Hida Express. Suimeikan is also easily accessible, just a 3-minute walk from JR Gero Station.

For other methods or for travelling from other areas, please refer to the article below.