You can get to Yunotsuru Onsen from Minamata Station by bus. It takes about 35 minutes and costs 150 yen, but buses only come every 1 to 3 hours. If you drive, it takes about 20 minutes from central Minamata.
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Yunotsuru Onsen
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Yunotsuru Onsen (湯の鶴温泉) is a peaceful hot spring town tucked away in the mountains near Minamata City. Stretching just a few hundred meters along a quiet river, the town has a charming, rustic feel. Visitors can enjoy a truly authentic experience, staying at one of the half-dozen ryokan or simply visiting for the day to soak in the healing waters for an affordable fee of around 300 to 500 yen.
According to local legend, Yunotsuru Onsen was discovered by an injured crane seeking to heal its wounds. Today, the spring waters remain famous for their restorative properties. Surrounded by nature and a calming rural atmosphere, Yunotsuru Onsen offers a perfect retreat for relaxation and a taste of old Japan.
Popular onsens
Asahi-sou Ryokan
- Opening hours
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Daytime visitors:
10:00 to 20:00 (last admission 19:30)
- Entrance fee
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Daytime visitors:
300 yen
Overnight stay:
From 20.000 yen
Hotaru no Yu
- Opening hours
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10:00 to 8:30 (April to September)
10:00 to 8:00 (October to March)
- Closed
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Mondays
- Entrance fee
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250 yen
Getting there
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Yunotsuru Onsen
Official page on the Minamata City website.
Asahi-sou Ryokan
Official website
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