Located in Beppu City, Oita Prefecture, Hamada Onsen is a historically significant public bathhouse that has been around since the Edo period. Here, you can enjoy the essence of Japan's onsen culture.
The hot spring at Hamada Onsen is a sodium chloride spring with rich mineral content. With 227mg of metasilicic acid, it is suitable for hot spring therapy. The bath is heated directly from the source, so it needs to be cooled before entering the tub.
The dressing room and bathhouse are integrated, preserving the traditional architecture. With high ceilings and spacious areas, it has become a social gathering place for the local people. It is common in Beppu to wash around the bath area.
In recent renovations, barrier-free toilets, handrails, and wheelchairs have been installed. Consideration has been made for everyone to enjoy bathing without any hesitation.
It's about a 10-minute drive from the nearest Beppu Station. Located along the Beppu River in the city, the location is excellent. There are also other public bathhouses scattered around, such as Takegawara Onsen.
Hamada Onsen is a representative hot spring spot in Beppu, rich in history and culture. Why not leisurely enjoy a relaxing bath while experiencing the lively atmosphere of the locals?