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Takeo Onsen Motoyu
Takeo Onsen Motoyu · 武雄温泉 元湯
Takeo Motoyu is a historic public bathhouse with high ceilings and spacious baths. Visit for a bath and a short rest in Takeo Onsen.
You can use it without staying overnight in Takeo, including after a ceramic exhibition outing or a train day trip.
Visitor information
Admission
Admission is JPY 500 for adults and JPY 250 for ages three through primary school. Private baths and towels cost extra.
Opening hours
Motoyu opens 06:30–23:45, with last reception at 23:00. The official guide does not list regular closure days.
What to see at Takeo Onsen Motoyu
Bathe beneath high ceilings
Enjoy the spacious baths beneath high ceilings. You can stop at Motoyu even without an overnight hot spring stay.
Official Motoyu location Takeo winter hot springs: Motoyu prices and hours
How to get to Takeo Onsen Motoyu
Walk from the north exit towards the hot spring district and Romon Gate. The tourism association lists about ten minutes to the district and 15 minutes to the gate. The prefectural tourism body lists about ten minutes to Motoyu; allow time for directions and reception. Motoyu is at 7425 Takeo, Takeo-cho.
Tourism association access guide Official Motoyu location Prefectural tourism guide to Motoyu Takeo Onsen Romon Gate location and walking route
Before you visit
Allow around an hour for a bath and rest
Allow around an hour for bathing and a rest, plus extra time to walk from the station to the hot spring district and complete reception.
Tourism association access guide Takeo Onsen Romon Gate location and walking route Official Motoyu location
Separate admission from extra costs
Standard adult Motoyu admission is JPY 500. Private baths and towels cost extra.
Official Motoyu location Takeo winter hot springs: Motoyu prices and hours
Questions about Takeo Onsen Motoyu
Can I bathe at Motoyu without staying overnight in Takeo?
Yes. Motoyu is a public bathhouse that does not require an overnight hot spring stay. Standard adult admission is JPY 500; private baths cost extra.
Official Motoyu location Takeo winter hot springs: Motoyu prices and hours
Official sources
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