Yura Onsen

Overview

Yura Onsen is a hot spring resort located in Yu, Shinonsen-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo Prefecture. Known since ancient times as the "Beauty Hot Spring," it's popular for its beautifying waters and has long flourished as a spa town. Surrounding it is abundant nature, and the onsen town is lined with retro-style hot spring ryokans and restaurants. You can stroll through the town, soak up the historical atmosphere, savor delicious cuisine, and relax in the naturally-blessed hot springs. Yura Onsen is beloved by many as a place to soothe daily fatigue and refresh body and mind. Yura Onsen boasts a long history, with legends placing its opening in the Heian period. The source is the "Yura Onsen Spring" in the center of the town, gushing out over 1,000 liters of water per minute. The water is a sodium-calcium chloride spring, with a slightly alkaline pH of 8.5. Rich in meta-silicic acid and carbonic ions, both known for their beautifying effects, it has long been cherished as the "Beauty Hot Spring." Many historic ryokans line the streets of Yura Onsen. These inns offer a variety of baths utilizing the spring's therapeutic benefits. From open-air baths and private baths to family baths, there's a perfect onsen experience for everyone. Lush nature surrounds Yura Onsen. A short trip from the town will reveal mountains, valleys, and lakes – a breathtaking natural landscape. Enjoy various outdoor activities like hiking, trekking, and fishing. Yura Onsen is a captivating hot spring town offering a blend of onsen, nature, gourmet food, and history. It's the perfect destination for anyone seeking to relax, rejuvenate, and escape the everyday.