[Nationwide] Keep your feet warm and cozy even in winter ♡ 8 onsen ryokan with tatami-floored baths

A bath in winter. Have you ever felt your feet get cold because of the cool tile or stone floor? Or have you ever almost fallen over in the wash area because of the slime from shampoo or soap? A bath with soft, warm tatami mats can solve that problem. A tatami-floored bath feels good on the soles of your feet, allowing you to spend a relaxing time. There are only a few of these in the country, so they are also recommended for those who want to enjoy a unique hot onsen.

Your feet may feel comfortable, but is it hygienic to put water on tatami mats?! You may wonder. The tatami mats used in the large onsen baths are made of special waterproof, corrosion-resistant tatami mats. They feel smooth and comfortable on your feet, and you don't have to worry about them getting soggy or damaged even if they get wet with hot water.

"Tatami baths" are very popular among women and foreign tourists alike. This time, we will introduce hot onsen inns with tatami baths from all over Japan. Why not enjoy a relaxing trip by soaking in a bath that combines onsen and tatami, two items that Japanese people find relaxing?

"Rantei" is an inn located in Akiu Onsen, the inner onsen of Miyagi. The tatami bath here was renovated in 2017 and has tatami mats covering the entire floor, making it a great place for women who want to relax.

This onsen is a "sulfur-sodium-calcium-chloride spring" that contains iron. In addition to its skin-beautifying effects, onsen is great for women as it is said to be effective against poor circulation and gynecological diseases. Warm up thoroughly and relieve fatigue from the core of your body.

Akiu onsen is a scenic place known as the "inner parlor of Sendai." From the guest rooms, you can enjoy a view of the warm and relaxing scenery under a beautiful sky, from the cherry blossoms and fresh greenery of spring to the autumn leaves and snow-covered winter scenery. After your bath, relax and unwind with nature.

For dinner, be sure to try the brand beef "Sendai Beef"! Don't miss the Sendai specialty beef tongue either! Beef tongue is a low-calorie cut of meat, so it's perfect for women who are dieting! It's delicious and will make your stomach happy.

"Seifuso (Fukui, Awara City)" is an inn in Awara onsen, a popular onsen resort in Fukui. There is a garden bath and a large public bath, but we recommend the two private baths. Both are "tatami baths" that require reservations, and the point is that you can relax in the bath while looking at the small garden. If you are traveling with your friends or as a couple, you can use the private baths to enjoy onsen without worrying about being seen by others.

If you want to take a bath in a large bath, we recommend "Komorohi no Yu." This is a large bath equipped with a carbonated spring bath and mist sauna. onsen is a sodium-potassium chloride onsen, which is effective in relieving fatigue and treating gynecological diseases, and is a relaxing bath. "Komorohi no Yu" is a men's and women's bath on a rotation system, so be sure to check the hours.

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There are several grades of purely Japanese-style rooms, so you can choose one that suits your budget and preferences. We recommend the slightly luxurious "Gyoen." It is popular among women because it is spacious and offers a relaxing and leisurely stay. Gyoen is also a non-smoking room, so you won't have to worry about the smell of cigarettes, which is another reason why it is popular among women.

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meal are served buffet style in a private dining room. In addition to fresh seafood from the Fukui, there are also plenty of meats such as steaks. There are over 50 items on the menu, and the food is cooked by a chef in the open kitchen, so you can enjoy it hot and fresh.

"Hotel Kimura" is an inn in Ikaho Onsen, a famous hot onsen in the Kanto region. The large public bath here is a tatami bath, and plenty of hot water flows magnificently over the tatami. Even in the large public bath filled with steam, the floor is tatami, so it is gently warm and there is no risk of slipping. This is a bath where women can relax and enjoy the famous Ikaho hot springs.

The open-air bath here is also a tatami bath. It is lit up at night, and the breeze feels pleasant. Why not enjoy onsen, tatami mats, and night breeze while gazing at the Ikaho night sky?

The purely Japanese-style rooms are simple and spacious, so you can relax to your heart's content. Some rooms even have an open-air bath or a semi-open-air bath, making them perfect for a relaxing girls' weekend getaway.

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meal here use a lot of local ingredients from Joshu. The most popular dish is the "Salt-flavored chanko stew with Joshu-jidori chicken meatballs." Fresh Joshu-jidori chicken has a strong flavor, and even when it's made into meatballs, the flavor blends well and makes it rich. Enjoying local delicacies and drinking local Joshu sake is also a great way to experience the flavor of a onsen ryokan.

"Kamon" is an inn in Hakone Yumoto onsen, a famous hot spring in the Kanto region. There are 16 guest rooms, some of which have an open-air bath, and the elegant open-air bath is covered with tatami mats. Relax and enjoy a relaxing time under the Hakone sky.

The guest rooms are equipped with sunken kotatsu and massage chairs, so you can thoroughly relax in your room even after a relaxing bath. Treat yourself every once in a while and relieve your mental fatigue! This inn is completely covered with tatami mats from the entrance, so you can really relax even outside your room.

There are 10 types of baths in the large public bath, all of which are filled with plenty of hot spring water from the private hot spring. The Hakone Yumoto hot spring is a "sodium-calcium chloride-sulfate spring," which is effective in relieving fatigue and treating gynecological diseases. Why not take a relaxing bath and get your body in good condition?

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The meal are original kaiseki. Hakone is close to Odawara Port, so fish such as alfonsino and horse mackerel arrive fresh. It is popular among women because it offers a good balance of mountain and sea foods.

"Tateshina onsen Hotel Shinyu" is an inn in Tateshina onsen, Nagano. Shinyu is also known as the secret bath of the Sengoku warlord Takeda Shingen, and its tranquil atmosphere makes it a popular hot spring among adult women. In the hotel's "Ozashikiburo" (traditional Japanese-style bath), you can immerse yourself in onsen and the beautiful nature of Shinano, and experience something out of the ordinary.

This bath was started by the hotel owner himself after he once fell and broke a bone in the large public bath. The tatami mats are made of a special material that was developed to match onsen ingredients, so they are non-slip even when wet, making them very safe.

The women-only open-air bath "Tenyo no Yu" offers a panoramic view of the beautiful valley. The view is so spectacular that you will be left speechless the moment you enter. This natural beauty is for women only, so it's a view that only women can see, which is a little bit exciting.

There are four types of guest rooms: Tateshina Club, Seiryutei, Sangetsutei, and Suzurantei. We recommend Seiryutei, which has a great view. Along with the spectacular view from the bath, you can also enjoy the refreshing seasonal scenery from your room.

This meal is a creative course meal "Tateshina Cuisine". In terms of ingredients, we recommend the high-end brand beef "Tateshina beef". Let's enjoy beef with fine meat quality and a strong sweetness in a simple cooking method. The presentation and dishes are beautiful, and it is a course that women can enjoy with their eyes.

Rakuzan Yasuda is an inn in Izu Nagaoka Kona onsen, located at the base of the Izu Peninsula. There are special rooms with cypress baths with great views, and the baths are surrounded by soft tatami mats. Enjoy the pleasant scent of cypress, the gentle tatami mats, and the natural hot onsen, and spend a relaxing time.

The spacious Japanese-Western room is a whopping 50 square meters. The kimono panel above the bed creates an elegant atmosphere. It can accommodate up to five people, so it's also recommended as a place to stay for a girls' night out.

The large public bath is a free-flowing natural onsen. You can enjoy a tranquil view from the large windows covering the entire wall, and the spout is made of Shinmei stone, which is said to generate negative ions. The water is a "weakly alkaline simple spring" that is famous for its skin-beautifying properties. This onsen has been flowing continuously for 1,300 years.

meal is a banquet that brings together the delicious flavors of the mountains and seas of Izu. The Japanese cuisine, which uses seasonal ingredients and is delicately prepared, has a mild flavor that is popular among women. You can also order boiled spiny lobster and alfonsino to order, so why not liven up your girls' get-together in a luxurious way?

"Ogawaya" is a popular inn in Gero Onsen, one of Japan's three most famous hot onsen. It has a large tatami bath with an area of 100 tatami mats. It's warm, feels good on the feet, and relaxes the mind... so many repeat customers say this. The tatami mats are thoroughly cleaned every day with special equipment and detergents, so you can rest assured.

Besides the tatami bath, the white bath ion "Shirotae no Yu" is also popular among women. Gero onsen is originally a highly concentrated alkaline simple spring, and is known for its skin-beautifying properties, as it removes unwanted dead skin cells. The pure white "Silk Bath" adds a white ion bath to this skin-beautifying bath. The fine bubbles make this bath even more relaxing and effective for skin-beautifying.

There are two types of guest rooms: the river side rooms with a great view and the quiet mountain side rooms. Both are spacious rooms with a traditional Japanese style. After taking a bath in the large bath, you can relax in the tatami room.

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If you come to Gero onsen, you should definitely try Hida beef. Here, you can enjoy Hida beef in a variety of dishes, including high-quality steaks and sushi. Enjoy the natural flavor of the meat as you eat.

"Yamamomiji no Yado Happoen" is an inn in Tamana Onsen, a famous hot onsen in Kumamoto. Both the floor and the bathtub are covered with tatami mats, and the tatami mats in the bathtub are particularly soft, making you feel so relaxed that you'll want to stay in the bath forever. It's so comfortable that you'll find yourself sighing.

This hotel has rooms with semi-open-air baths, and the baths in the rooms are always filled with onsen 24 hours a day. The water from Tamana onsen is said to have skin-beautifying effects that women will love, and the smooth water is also said to be effective in relieving fatigue. It's a bath you'll want to try several times at different times, such as in the evening, at night, or in the morning.

There are guest rooms in the West Wing and South Wing, with the South Wing being for adult guests. The South Wing has 6 Japanese-Western style rooms with different designs, and the spacious rooms are 100m² and equipped with massage chairs. Both dinner and breakfast in-room dining, so tired ladies can fully relax!

For women who want to eat a little bit of something delicious or who want to drink local sake and don't need a lot of food, there are courses that are satisfying even with small portions. Even with the small portion meal, you will be served an aperitif, appetizers, clear soup, sashimi, simmered dishes, grilled dishes, hot pots, and more, so the amount is enough to fill any woman up.

Just having tatami mats in the bathroom makes a difference in the look and the feeling when you walk on them, allowing you to relax. onsen inns with tatami baths are rare, so take your time and relax in the bath. You'll be able to relax from the bottom of your heart.