Dogo onsen is a safe place to visit with children. 15 recommended hotels/ Ehime

Hyogo Wakayama Along with Arima onsen and Shirahama onsen, one of the three oldest hot springs in Japan, Dogo onsen is located in Matsuyama City Ehime. Dogo is said to be the oldest in Japan, and onsen is a calm town full of emotion that evokes a sense of nostalgia for travel. onsen It is also famous as the setting of "Bo-chan" written by Soseki Natsume, and it is said that "Dogo onsen" is one of the models of several "oil houses" that appear in the Studio Ghibli film "Spirited Away".

Dogo onsen main building is currently undergoing conservation and repair work. The second floor and above, where rest rooms are located, are closed, but bathing is available on the first floor (as of July 2023).

You want to soak in onsen and relax, but have you given up on it because you can't do it with small children? I would like to recommend this inn to you. There are facilities and events for children, a meal menu for children is prepared, and rooms with open-air baths are available, so even children can enjoy themselves with peace of mind. Let's go on a trip to heal your body slowly and create wonderful memories with your family.

About a 9-minute walk from Dogo onsen Station, this inn offers a free pick-up service on a bonnet bus. Colorful and highly amusement, the retro bonnet bus with a wooden interior is sure to please children. If you head to the inn with excitement, PR manager "Yutama Oji" will welcome you. The women's public bath also offers services for children, such as baby beds, baby soap, and baby baths.

The rooms of this "Asian Stylish Room", which are simple yet sophisticated and elegant, are spacious without feeling cramped. The soft light coming in through the large windows will make you want to take a leisurely nap. Children's toilet seats and trash cans for diapers can be borrowed for free. You can even rent a baby futon for a fee, so you can take a good nap. Yukata for infants and children are also available, so you don't need to bring pajamas!

For meal, you can enjoy kaiseki cuisine in a private room at the restaurant or in the dining room (please inquire with the inn if you would like to add dinner). If you have small children, we recommend a private room at the restaurant. You can enjoy meal at your leisure without worrying about those around you! The "children's lunch" is gorgeous and very attractive in appearance. Hamburg steak and hayashi rice, which children love, are served in a lovely bonnet bus-shaped dish. The menu for adults allows you to enjoy seasonal Setouchi delicacies, so it's great for the whole family to enjoy.

Small children will be very excited at the “Mikan Ball no Yu” where the illustration of the popular Ehime mascot “Mican” is fun! At the Cafe Lounge, you can enjoy not only free drinks, but also shaved ice, popcorn, and a faucet that comes out with orange juice if you twist it. There are many events that are held irregularly, and at the "Children's Mochi Pounding Show", you can eat delicious mochi that you pound yourself, making it a precious memory for children.

It is about an 8-minute walk from Dogo onsen Station. This inn has a retro atmosphere and is a place where you can have an extraordinary experience, as if you have traveled back in time to the Meiji era. The inn offers services for children, so you can feel safe even if you have small children with you. Children's amenities such as toothbrushes are provided, and baby chairs, baby baths, and baby beds are available in the large public bath. You can also rent items such as diaper buckets, so you can keep your luggage compact♪ Enjoy a comfortable stay with the whole family.

There are Western-style rooms and Japanese-Western style rooms, but if you are traveling with small children, we recommend the Japanese-style rooms. Babies who are still crawling can move around freely on the tatami floor, so parents can keep an eye on them with peace of mind. Stretch out your arms and legs and roll around. Stretch your wings. Another nice feature is that sandals are provided as amenities for children. There is no need to worry about putting on shoes when going outside the room or having trouble walking in large adult sandals.

At the buffet dining of this inn, you can enjoy a feast made with an abundance of Setouchi seafood and local produce. Finding your favorite dish from the many dishes on offer is like a treasure hunt, and it's exciting. For an additional fee, you can have baby food prepared for dinner (advance reservation required). It's safe for those with babies! In addition to the buffet, they also offer kaiseki cuisine, so please make a reservation for whichever you prefer.

This inn also rents out yukatas for children. You can walk around Dogo onsen in a yukata, so why not put on a cute yukata after your bath and go for a stroll around town with your family? Dressing up a little differently than usual while walking through the retro streets will be a wonderful memory of your trip. Dogo onsen Main Building is about a 3-minute walk away, so it's easy to go even with small children.

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About 5 minutes on foot from Dogo onsen Station. This inn, which is adjacent to "Dogo onsen Honkan", is a long-established ryokan founded in 1874 (Meiji 1). You can receive modern and sophisticated hospitality in a traditional appearance that has accumulated a lot of history. It's in a good location, so it's perfect for exploring the city of Dogo. While there is a high-class atmosphere, there is also a corner where you can enjoy with children, such as a "Dagashi BAR", so please enjoy it.

The simple guest rooms, free of excessive decoration, are designed using the traditional Japanese architectural technique of "sukiya-zukuri." Just stretch your legs out in the room, illuminated by the sunlight filtering in through the delicate shoji screens, and relax your mind and body. Children's yukata robes are provided, and diaper buckets and other items can be borrowed free of charge, so you can use the room with peace of mind. In addition to Japanese-style rooms, there are also simple, modern Western-style rooms, so families who prefer beds can choose one of them.

The charm of this inn is that it offers a wide variety of menus for children, including "children's plates" and "children's meals" such as the one shown here. We want not only moms and dads but also children to enjoy special meals. Of course, for moms and dads, a luxurious course that allows them to fully enjoy the tastes of the Seto Inland Sea is available. You can also rent chairs for children and baby cots for babies to relax in free of charge, so you can enjoy meal at your leisure.

After taking a bath, let's spend time at "Yamato Yatai" where you can enjoy free drinks and sweets in the stall. At the "Sake BAR", you can enjoy crisp, cold local sake, and at the "Dagashi BAR", children will be fascinated by choosing various kinds of candy♪ Drinks and sweets in the stalls are free. Not only children, but also moms and dads are likely to return to their childhood when they see many nostalgic sweets.

It is about a 5-minute walk from Dogo onsen Station. Yamatoya Besso is a sister ryokan to Yamatoya Honten, which we introduced earlier, so you can also use the main store's large public bath and Yamato Yatai. The building is decorated with many works by writers with ties to Dogo, such as Masaoka Shiki and Takahama Kyoshi, creating a dignified atmosphere. Each room is assigned a room attendant who will provide you with careful hospitality. This is reassuring if you have any requests or concerns. The inn has a calm atmosphere, so you can relax and heal your body while making happy memories.

There are a total of 19 guest rooms built in the cypress Sukiya style. They are divided into three types: Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western style rooms, and rooms with open-air baths. For families, we recommend the rooms with open-air baths. There is only a large public bath in the building, so you can enjoy a leisurely bath with your children without worrying about others. After the bath, children will be delighted with the complimentary soft serve ice cream served in a wooden masu cup. You can also bring it into your room. Enjoy a relaxing and healing holiday with your family.

This inn provides yukatas and slippers for children. Another great thing about yukatas and jinbei is that they come in a variety of sizes. Change into a yukata and take commemorative photos with the whole family, go outside, or enjoy a onsen trip.

Dinner is served at in-room dining for both breakfast and dinner. We are glad that you can enjoy it at your own pace without worrying about your surroundings. You can enjoy kaiseki cuisine that uses plenty of the bounty of Iyo's mountains and sea, such as sea bream, swordfish, and Iyo beef. Taste the dishes with attention to the beauty of the tableware. For children, a children's plate is available. Mini hamburgers, French fries, fried dishes, steamed egg custard, and even fruits are available! meal Even if your child doesn't eat much at dinner, there is a service that provides a small nighttime snack such as onigiri (rice balls), so there is no need to worry if he or she gets hungry in the evening.

About 7 minutes on foot from "Dogo onsen Station". It is a calm inn located on the hill of "Dogo onsen". Good location to go to sightseeing spots in about 5 minutes on foot. Relax at an inn where you can feel the spirit of traditional Japanese hospitality. If you want to forget your daily life and spend a relaxing time, we recommend a room with an open-air bath like this one. Even if you have a baby, you can take a bath whenever you feel like it.

There are plenty of free rental items for children. Baby chairs, Bumbo chairs, baby cribs, children's quilts, diaper buckets, bath chairs, etc. are available, so your stay will be comfortable. Picture books and toys are also available, so your baby will be happy. Children's amenities such as children's yukatas and geta sandals are also available, so please ask the front desk or room attendant.

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Please enjoy not only the open-air bath in your room, but also the large public bath. Here, you can stretch your legs and soak in the onsen springs in a spacious and spacious space with hot water, lukewarm water, cascading water, open-air bath, sleeping bath, sauna, etc. If it's lukewarm water, even small children can enter without getting hot. Bath chairs are available for rent, so you can use it with peace of mind even if you are traveling with children.

If you want your children to enjoy a luxurious dinner that is just like an adult's, then this inn is recommended. They have a variety of dishes that allow you to fully enjoy the taste of the rich nature of Setouchi, such as sea bream rice, sea bream shabu-shabu, and Iyo beef steak. You can enjoy the taste of Iyo, which is made with carefully selected ingredients and cannot be eaten at home. If you apply in advance, they will also prepare a menu for children.

Approximately 5 minutes walk from onsen Station. This inn is located in a prime location, about a 1-minute walk from onsen main building. When you enter the building, the first thing that will surprise you is the open atrium that uses Ehime 's specialty product, Iyokasuri, and Ehime 's traditional craft, Ikazaki Washi. The lobby, where warm light shines in, heightens expectations for something out of the ordinary.

If you are traveling with children, we recommend this "Mican Room". This is a cute room featuring Ehime 's mascot character "Mican". Not only does it have a colorful atmosphere, but it's also a tatami-mat room, so it's safe to bring your baby with you. Additionally, you can receive Mican goods as a gift! If you let us know when you make a reservation that you will be bringing a baby with you, they may be able to prepare a diaper bucket in your room. Children's yukatas, toothbrushes, and slippers are provided in all rooms.

The hotel has a rooftop open-air bath where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery. Let's heal your fatigue slowly under the open sky. The dressing room in the large public bath is equipped with a baby bed, and the bath is equipped with a bath chair. There are also Japanese-Western style rooms with open-air baths and guest rooms with footbaths, so if you want to enjoy bath time with the whole family, it's a good choice!

At this inn, you can enjoy multi-course meals made with plenty of local ingredients that represent Ehime. Let's enjoy the rich taste that can only be tasted when traveling, such as Ehime's brand beef "Iyo beef", brand pork "Hime pork", and the representative taste of Setouchi "sea bream". There is also a "children's lunch" that is a strong ally for traveling with children. Children will be delighted ♪ to enjoy their favorite fried shrimp, hamburger steak, and fruit platter

About 3 minutes on foot from Dogo onsen Station. This long onsen established ryokan has been in business for over 390 years. Surprisingly, it is an inn whose name appears in the novel "Saka no Ue no Kumo"! An inn that combines the traditions that have been passed down and modern sensibilities, making it a comfortable place even for families. It is surrounded by a vast natural garden of 1,500 tsubo with a natural river flowing through it, so you can take a leisurely stroll with your children.

There are three types of guest rooms to choose from: traditional Japanese-ryokan rooms, modern Western-style rooms, and Japanese-Western style rooms with a stylish art gallery room. If you have a family with small children, we recommend the Japanese-style rooms. In the Japanese-style rooms with tatami flooring, you can take off your shoes and relax. There are five types of Japanese-style rooms, depending on the club floor and the size of the room, so choose one based on the number of people and your budget. If you stay in a room on the club floor, you can enjoy Dogo onsen from the comfort of your room.

At this inn, you can enjoy a large public bath that uses the source of the famous Dogo onsen. “Hinoki-yu”, which uses ancient cypress lavishly, and “Mikage-yu”, which is made of beautiful granite using Iyo-Oshima stone. The men's and women's baths change in the morning and evening, so you can enjoy both onsen. There is also a footbath in one corner of the garden, so if you are tired from walking through the beautiful scenery with your children, take your time and soak your feet.

The charm of this inn is that you can enjoy the fresh ingredients grown in Matsuyama, a land blessed with a warm climate and abundant nature, in the most delicious way possible. In addition, a "children's lunch" is prepared by a chef who loves children. In addition to popular children's menu items such as fried chicken and hamburger steak, it also comes with a generous salad, so it's good for your body.

About 5 minutes on foot from "Dogo onsen Station". "Dogo onsen Main Building" is right in front of you, and "Dogo Haikara Dori" is just a 1-minute walk away. Use the hot water baskets and towels in your room to explore the hot springs of Dogo and walk around town♪ There are yukatas for children in different sizes, so you can enjoy strolling around with your family. Spend a leisurely stay in a comfortable space that combines the relaxation of a onsen ryokan with the comfort of a hotel.

There are a total of 69 guest rooms. There are 9 different types available, ranging from Western-style rooms such as twins and doubles, to two adjoining Japanese-style rooms, and even a suite with an amazing view like the one in the photo. The interior has a modern Japanese atmosphere that combines the atmosphere of onsen inn with the comfort of a hotel. Some Western-style rooms even come with a raised tatami space. Please note that there are no baby cribs or futons for babies, so please take that into consideration when choosing a room.

From the large public bath on the top floor, you can see onsen Main Building and Matsuyama Castle. There are sleeping baths and open-air baths, so you can relax while gazing at the scenery. There is a baby bed in the dressing room, and a reservation-only private bath (for a fee), so families with small children can enjoy a onsen bath with peace of mind. There is also a footbath near the hotel that guests can use for free during their stay.

The basic dinner option is a casual buffet. Everyone is very satisfied because they can eat as much as they like of whatever they like. The corner that uses local ingredients, such as sushi and tempura, and the handmade sweets are popular! They also offer kaiseki cuisine. Breakfast is also plentiful, with handmade tofu, original curry, sashimi, and bread baked every morning. You can start your day off right with a power boost. Dinner can be added at the front desk when you check in, but it may be fully booked, so it's best to make a reservation early.

About a 5-minute walk from Dogo onsen Station. Chaharu is a recommended ryokan for families with children of elementary school age or older. Set apart from the many long-established and Japanese-style ryokan in Dogo, Chaharu offers a modern atmosphere for a happy holiday. The hotel is home to a stylish space, including a terrace where you can enjoy tea time and an English garden. The Japanese-style rooms, popular for families, are modern and stylish. Enjoy a new style of Japanese-style room, surrounded by bright colors.

There are also yukatas available to rent in children's sizes. Many people enjoy strolling around the Dogo shopping arcade in yukatas, so it's a good idea to go for a stroll with the whole family in yukatas. There are also plenty of facilities inside the building, such as a cafe, select shop, and observation lounge, so you can enjoy walking around the building as well.

One of the prides of this onsen is the rooftop open-air bath, which is said to have been realized for the first time in Dogo. While soaking in onsen, you can see "Matsuyama Castle" to the south and "Mt. Ishizuchi" to the north. Enjoy a relaxing bath time while enjoying the natural scenery that changes color with the seasons. In addition, in the women's rooftop tub bath, an "open-air rose bath" is held every Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy a special time surrounded by the wonderful scent of roses.

Dinner is a semi-buffet where you choose your main dish and eat as many hors d'oeuvres and desserts as you like in the live kitchen. Depending on the plan, you can choose your main dish from Matsuyama's specialty, Setouchi's red sea bream, or Ehime beef. Children will be delighted with their own special dishes, such as original hamburger steaks and fried shrimp. If you ask in advance, they can prepare udon noodles, porridge, chawanmushi, and other dishes (additional charge).

About 3 minutes by car from Dogo onsen Station. The inn, which can be accessed by a free shuttle bus, is located on a hill in a quiet onsen town and boasts an open-air bath with a panoramic view of the night view of Matsuyama Castle. The rooms are mainly Japanese-style rooms and Japanese-Western style rooms, and although they are not onsen, there are also rooms with open-air baths like this one. Even if you have small children, you can take a relaxing bath without worrying about their surroundings. We also have yukata for children.

It is said that bathing in the hot spring water, which is said to be highly effective in beautifying the skin, will leave your skin moist and smooth. Moms who usually don't have time to take care of beauty because of raising children are happy. The open-air bath offers a panoramic view of the city, giving it a sense of openness. You can also enjoy the night view of Matsuyama at night♪ There is a baby bed and a baby chair in the public bath, so you can take care of your baby without rushing.

The meal is a seasonal buffet. There are more than 130 kinds of Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes on the menu, including seasonal menus, for breakfast and dinner. The colorful desserts and soft drinks are all-you-can-drink, so the children are also smiling. The restaurant has chairs for children, so you can enjoy your meal in peace.

The museum has a manga corner and a game corner. The outdoor pool, which can only be enjoyed in the summer, has an excellent location overlooking it from a hill. In addition, there is also a table tennis corner that is inevitable when talking about onsen. After working up a sweat, refresh yourself in onsen.

About 5 minutes on foot from "Dogo onsen Station". This is a European-style hotel, which is rare in Dogo onsen. The exterior of the building is not only Western-style, but there is also a British-style doorman at the entrance, and the lobby is lined with antique furniture, fireplaces, and furnishings. You can enjoy a unique hotel stay. Check-in is at 13:00 and check-out is late at 12:00, so you can stay for 23 hours, so it's great for families with children.

All 70 rooms are based on flooring that values the warmth of wood, and all furniture is unified in British style. This room is a spacious executive room of 51 square meters. Baby beds are available for rent, but the beds are wide and easy to co-sleep with. Children's yukata and slippers are available for rent, so you can lighten your luggage.

In contrast to the European-style interior, the hotel has onsen style hot spring atmosphere. It draws abundant hot water from the source, and it is an environment where you can enjoy onsen anytime even though it is a hotel. The spring quality is a weak alkaline simple spring, and it is characterized by its mellow texture with no smell or taste. Mothers are looking forward to it, as it has a reputation for leaving the skin feeling moist after bathing. Children are also very happy with the big bath ♪

Dinner is creative French cuisine made with seafood from the Seto Inland Sea and local ingredients. It can be enjoyed in a restaurant with a romantic atmosphere. A sommelier will choose a wine that goes well with your meal from the "King's Wine Cellar," which has over 1,000 types of wine, and you can enjoy the pairing with the food. A luxurious children's lunch like this one will also be prepared for children. Dress up a little more than usual and enjoy an elegant meal.

About a 7-minute walk from Dogo onsen Station, this inn, where you can enjoy in-room dining in your room, is perfect for a relaxing trip. I think it's a little difficult to visit with children, but children's yukata and amenities such as toothbrushes, towels, and bath towels are provided for children up to elementary school age. In addition, there are chairs for children, tableware for children, trash cans for diapers, and baby shampoo for rent, so you can spend a comfortable time with your children.

The room is simple and has a Japanese feel and an elegant atmosphere. The open-air bath in the room is a free-flowing onsen, so you can enjoy high-quality hot onsen at any time. This is a spacious 55.8㎡ room. It is divided into a living room, meal room, and bedroom, and is a Japanese-style room where babies can crawl. The low bed is also a nice feature. You can stretch out your arms and legs and relax, or enjoy onsen as much as you like, whenever you like. Parents who are busy raising children can relax and soothe their fatigue.

There is a large public bath in addition to the bath in the room. Relax in the indoor baths, open-air baths, and jacuzzi baths that use the drawn water from Dogo onsen, which is gentle on the skin of Japanese people and is also known as "beauty hot water." Immerse yourself in the spacious bath and enjoy onsen bath to your heart's content.

meal is served in-room dining both dinner and breakfast. You can enjoy meal without worrying about your surroundings. The seasonal colorful kaiseki in Setouchi is a dish that can be enjoyed with carefully prepared eyes and tongues, such as the traditional taste "Yashiro Kensei stew" that has been passed down for 70 years since its founding, and the local dish of Ehime, "sea bream rice with sticky broth". You can also prepare a children's set with fried shrimp, fried chicken, sea bream rice, etc. You can also bring in baby food. If you contact us in advance, you can prepare udon noodles and porridge separately (additional charge).

About 3 minutes on foot from Iyo Railway "Kume Station". The complex hot bath facility based on the concept of "health care" has various hot bath facilities such as a bedrock bath and an aroma steam sauna from Finland, so you can fully enjoy onsen bath. Like this regular room with a semi-open-air bath, all guest rooms have a semi-open-air bath, so you can enjoy onsen springs even in your room. There is also

Amenities for children are ones with cute characters. There is also a place inside the museum that is great for families with children, and there are about 10,000 books such as manga in the "reclining space" on the 2nd floor. In addition, there is an iPad in the "Healing Room" where you can relax while watching YouTube. There are so many ways to spend time after taking a bath, and it seems like you will forget about the passage of time.

Depending on the meal, you can choose your favorite meal, such as a Japanese course or a Western course. During the summer, there is also a plan where you can enjoy a barbecue on the terrace where you can feel the breeze. Children love barbecue. Even with regular course meals, preschool children can have a cute children's lunch like this "mori plate", and elementary school children can have a larger "sora plate" prepared. Masu.

All the hot water in the public bath and guest rooms is a natural onsen. You can enjoy a unique slimy feel. There are various types of baths, such as a large public bath, an open-air bath, a bedrock bath, and a sleeping bath. For small children, there is also a "Nuruyu" where you can see the night view at night like this one. It's not too hot, so even small children can take long baths without worrying about it, so take your onsen while gazing at the night sky. You can borrow a baby bath and baby wash for peace of mind♪

From "Dogo onsen Station", it takes about 10 minutes by free shuttle bus (reservation required). This inn in Oku Dogo has a table tennis corner and a kids' corner where you can have fun with your children, so you can have a comfortable stay at the hotel. In addition to standard Japanese-style rooms, there are rooms with open-air baths where you can enjoy a relaxing bath with your family, and rooms with a "Mican" theme. There is only one "Mican Room" and its colorful and cute design is sure to make your children very happy. If you contact them in advance, they will prepare a diaper bucket for you.

This inn has 5 free-flowing private open-air baths (for a fee). If you are traveling with small children, you will have to pay attention to the people around you, so it is difficult for parents to take it easy. With a private open-air bath, you can relax and soak in the hot water with your family without worrying about your surroundings. The barrier-free flat design makes it safe even for small children. Baby mats and baby baths are always available.

For dinner, try the "Setouchi Colorful Buffet." The whole family's eyes will light up at the wide variety of dishes made with locally produced, seasonal ingredients. During the live cooking, chefs will prepare steaks, sushi, pasta, and more right in front of you, so your kids will be fascinated. For children, there is also baby food such as porridge, tofu gratin, and mini udon noodles, as well as a "baby lunch" with rolled omelet, mini fried shrimp, mini hamburger steak, and more!

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This inn also has a kids corner where small children can enjoy themselves. There are lots of playground equipment that children of various ages can play with, such as slides and manga corners! In addition, there is a free rental of playground equipment at the table tennis area and the garden square. If there is a place where children can play in the hall, it will be helpful when children get upset. In addition, the garden pool filled with cold spring water, which is open only in August, has a shallow pool, so even small children can play safely.

It's about a 25-minute taxi ride from Matsuyama Station. Located in Okudogo, a short distance from Dogo onsen, this inn is in a quiet environment surrounded by nature. All rooms have an open-air cypress bath, so you can relax in the open-air bath while looking at the nature. This Japanese-modern room is spacious and comfortable. Even if you have children with you, mothers can relax without having to worry about those around them. Baby cribs and baby guards are available for free rental, so babies can stay with peace of mind.

meal are served at the on-site restaurant. Through the large windows, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of each season. Let's slowly enjoy the Japanese kaiseki cuisine where you can enjoy the deliciousness of the season. In addition, you can enjoy choosing your favorite dish from various menus such as sea bream shabu and Iyo beef kaiseki. After being healed in onsen, let's get healthy from the inside with meal. If you make a reservation in advance, you can prepare a special children's menu, so be sure to check it out♪

The inn also has a recreation room for the whole family to enjoy. In addition to the table tennis tables that are familiar to onsen inns, there are also arcade games that make you feel nostalgic. In addition, there is also a comic room and a karaoke room where you can enjoy everything from the latest books to nostalgic books. It is also attractive that you can choose how to enjoy yourself. In your room, you can borrow DVD players, playing cards, Hanafuda, and UNO for free, so let's have fun with your family♪

Moms work hard every day, doing housework, raising children, and working. Sometimes it's a good idea to take a dip in onsen to soothe both your body and mind. If you've given up on traveling because the places you can go are limited after having a child, we recommend you visit Dogo onsen. Enjoy your trip with peace of mind at a hotel with rooms that have open-air baths and facilities and services that children can enjoy.