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Atami Onsen

Atami, Shizuoka♨ Mainly chloride springs (sulfate springs also present; varies by source)

Overview

A seaside hot spring area about 45 minutes from Tokyo Station on the Tokaido Shinkansen Kodama. There are more than 500 sources, with a total flow said to approach about 20,000 liters per minute. From the free footbath in front of Atami Station to day-use facilities overlooking the sea, it is easy to drop in.

An old hot spring area said to have opened in 749, with its origins traced to the site of the Oyu Geyser. About 90% of its sources are high-temperature springs of 42 degrees or more, with an average temperature of about 63 degrees. Tokugawa Ieyasu visited in the Edo period. It is easy to combine with snacking your way through the shopping streets in front of the station, Atami Sun Beach, and Hatsushima Island, about 30 minutes by high-speed boat from Atami Port.

Location: Atami, Shizuoka
Best time to visit: Atami Baien is a famous plum blossom spot said to have the earliest-blooming plums in Japan
Official website: https://www.ataminews.gr.jp/
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Nearby area

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Day-Use Baths

Baths you can visit without staying

Public baths, day-use spas and foot baths open to non-staying visitors.

Day-use spa

Ocean Spa Fuua

Price: Adults (junior high school and up): weekdays ¥3,080, weekends and holidays ¥3,410; children (age 4 to elementary school): weekdays ¥2,310, weekends and holidays ¥2,530; plus ¥150 bathing tax (as of October 2026)
Hours: 10:00–22:00 (last entry 21:00)
Closed: Closed irregularly (entire facility closed January 5 and 6, 2027)
Tattoos: Entry not allowed (including tattoos, body paint, stickers and similar)
Note: Some areas of the baths are closed from September 28 to mid-December 2026 due to sauna renovations. Children aged 3 and under cannot enter. Towels are included in the fee
Official site: https://atamibayresort.com/fuua/

Ryokan day-use bath

Oedo Onsen Monogatari Atami

Price: Adults: weekdays ¥1,600, weekends and holidays ¥2,000, peak days ¥2,200; elementary school students ¥800–¥990 (as of October 2026)
Hours: 7:00–10:00, 15:00–24:00 (last admission 22:00)
Tattoos: Not allowed in the large baths in principle (allowed if fully covered with cover stickers, sold for a fee)
Note: No reservation needed. Entry may be refused when crowded. Towel rental ¥330 extra. Parking unavailable Friday–Sunday
Official site: https://www.ooedoonsen.jp/atami/day_trip/

Foot bath

Ieyasu no Yu (footbath)

Price: Free (as of October 2026)
Hours: 9:00–16:00
Closed: Open all year round (may close due to malfunctions or maintenance)
Note: In front of Atami Station, 1 minute on foot. Towels are ¥200 from a vending machine
Official site: https://www.ataminews.gr.jp/spot/138

Prices and hours are as of the date shown and may change, with occasional closures. Check each facility’s official website before you go.

🖋 If you have tattoos

Varies by facility, so check with each one. Some facilities, such as Ocean Spa Fuua, refuse entry to guests with tattoos, while others, such as Oedo Onsen Monogatari Atami, allow use of the large baths if tattoos are fully covered with cover stickers

Spring

Spring type and features

♨ Mainly chloride springs (sulfate springs also present; varies by source)

According to Atami City, the water is said to have warming and skin-beautifying effects, and chloride springs are said to be suitable for bathing to treat cuts, burns, chronic skin conditions and more

Etiquette

Bathing etiquette

✓Rinse yourself with hot water (kakeyu) and wash your body before getting into the bath
✓Do not put your towel in the bath water
✓Tie up long hair so it does not touch the water
✓Do not take photos in the bathing area

Sights

Nearby sights

Kinomiya Shrine

A shrine known for its giant camphor tree, more than 2,100 years old

MOA Museum of Art

Holds about 3,500 works, including the National Treasure Red and White Plum Blossoms folding screens

Hatsushima Island

An island resort about 30 minutes by high-speed boat from Atami Port

Oyu Geyser

One of the Seven Springs of Atami, said to be the birthplace of Atami Onsen

Tips

Good to know

!At Ieyasu no Yu, the flow of water decreases and the temperature drops in the afternoon
!Day-use bathing at ryokan and hotels may be refused on busy days
!At public baths, you may need to bring your own towel, soap and shampoo
!JR East passes such as the JR TOKYO Wide Pass can be used between Tokyo and Atami, but not between Atami and Shuzenji

Access

Nearest station / bus stop: Atami Station (JR Tokaido Shinkansen, Tokaido Line and Ito Line)
From major cities and airports: Tokyo: Tokaido Shinkansen Kodama (About 45 minutes)
Tokyo: JR Limited Express Odoriko (About 1 hour 20 minutes)
Shin-Osaka: Tokaido Shinkansen Kodama (About 3 hours)

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Travel Passes

Travel passes for getting there

🚄 JR

Japan Rail Pass

Nationwide ・ Three types: 7, 14 or 21 days. The period of use cannot be extended or changed

From ¥50,000

🚄 JR

JR TOKYO Wide Pass

Tokyo & Around ・ 3 consecutive days from the first day of use

From ¥16,000

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Events

Events and festivals in Izu

February–March

Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival

Tokyo & Around ・ Izu

Usually early February to early March (about one month). Peak bloom is usually mid- to late February

February–December

Atami Fireworks Festival

Tokyo & Around ・ Izu

Usually held a dozen or more times a year in spring (April–May), summer (July–August), autumn (September–November), and winter (December–February). Each show runs around 20:20–20:40 (from 20:15 in July and August)

Next show: Oct 25, 2026 (Sun), followed by Nov 8, Nov 23, Dec 6, Dec 25, and Feb 21, 2027 (all 20:20–20:40)

June

Shimoda Hydrangea Festival

Tokyo & Around ・ Izu

Usually June 1–30 (peak bloom mid- to late June)

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Attractions

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Zoo

Izu Shaboten Zoo

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This zoo in Izu Kogen lets you enjoy animals alongside cacti and succulents. Ring-tailed lemurs and peacocks roam freely, so you can get unusually close to the animals.

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Prices, hours, tattoo policies and spring types are based on official facility, municipal and tourism association information. They can change, so check the official websites before you go.

Last checked: 2026-10-08

Atami Onsen

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