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Takeo Onsen Motoyu
Takeo Onsen Motoyu · 武雄温泉 元湯
Takeo Onsen Motoyu is a historic public bath with high ceilings and spacious baths. Visit for bathing and a short rest in Takeo Onsen.
You do not need to stay overnight in Takeo. You can bathe after a ceramics exhibition or during a return train trip to Takeo too.
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Visitor information
Admission
Bathing costs JPY 500 for adults and JPY 250 for ages three through elementary school. Private baths, towels and other extras are separate.
Opening hours
Hours are 06:30–23:45, with last reception at 23:00. Official information does not list a regular closure day.
What to see at Takeo Onsen Motoyu
Bathe in spacious tubs beneath high ceilings
Enjoy the spacious baths under high ceilings. You can stop at Motoyu to rest even without staying at a hot spring hotel.
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How to get to Takeo Onsen Motoyu
Walk from Takeo-Onsen Station's north exit towards the hot spring streets and Romon Gate. The tourism association gives about 10 minutes to the streets and about 15 minutes to the gate. The prefectural tourism body gives about 10 minutes to Motoyu, so allow time to find the entrance and register. The address is 7425 Takeo, Takeo-cho.
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Visiting tips
Allow around an hour for bathing and resting
Allow around an hour for bathing and rest, with station-to-street walking and reception time separately.
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Distinguish bathing admission from extras
Ordinary adult Motoyu bathing costs JPY 500. Private baths and towels cost extra.
Motoyu's official location Takeo winter hot spring guide: Motoyu fees and hours
Questions about Takeo Onsen Motoyu
Can I bathe at Motoyu without staying in Takeo?
Yes. Motoyu is a public bath you can use without staying at a hot spring hotel. Ordinary adult admission is JPY 500; private baths cost extra.
Motoyu's official location Takeo winter hot spring guide: Motoyu fees and hours
Official sources
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