Ajigaura Onsen
★ 4 ｜ 2,247 reviews
Hot spring bath · Coastal seafood dining · Wellness massage
📍 3290 Ajigaurachō, Hitachinaka, Ibaraki 311-1201, Japan
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Hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday: Closed
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
The full picture
Ajigaura Onsen is a coastal public bath facility featuring high-salinity water known for its skin-softening properties and scenic ocean views.
It suits solo travelers and couples looking for a relaxing soak paired with a quality meal.
Visit on weekdays to avoid the heavy crowds seen during holiday periods like Golden Week.
💡 Note that tattoos are strictly prohibited and the walk to the nearest train station is quite dark at night.
Visitors love
- Skin-softening salty water
- Ocean views from baths
- Excellent restaurant food
- Variety of bath temperatures
- Relaxing library and game room
Some note
- Strict no-tattoo policy
- Crowded during holidays
- Limited taxis late at night
- Lack of English signage
Good to know
- Is it good for kids?
- Not mentioned in reviews
- Is it OK on a rainy day?
- Yes, the facility has indoor pools, a restaurant, and indoor relaxation areas with books.
- How long should I stay?
- Plan for at least a few hours to enjoy the various pools and a meal in the restaurant.
- Is a reservation needed?
- Not mentioned in reviews
Visitor reviews
★★★★★
Great experience. Lots of bath and temperature, a sauna.
There is also some shop with souvenir or food. A tiny room with games, a big room with books and nice chair to chill.
Absolutely recommend to stay and eau if you are there around meal time, the food was also great
★★★★
I have a experience at here onsen,
Little bit small. So wait to bath before enter to onsen,Because it was Golden week day. but at normal day I think not rough.
★★★★★
The really heavily salted water was very special and my skin felt cleansed and smooth after. The next morning some dead skin could even be rubbed off!! Relaxing and homely, great prices. Beware if you don’t live close by as no cabs are available late in the evening and it is a very dark 15 minute walk to the nearest station.
★★
For foreigners wanting to visit, please be aware it does not say on their website that tattoos are not allowed and they also do not have any English about it either. If you have tattoos, you will be asked to leave and you cannot get your money back. I understand the culture of Japan, but please have English available for foreign tourists.
★★★★★
One of the best osens in Japan. You can see the sea from the osen. The water is salty and makes your skin feel so soft and smooth. There’s a wide variety of environments…indoor pools, outdoor pools, sunny, shaded, hot, warm and cold waters and it’s so relaxing and comfortable. Towels are available for a small fee if you don’t bring your own. Shampoo, conditioner and body soap is provided. All the staff (osen & restaurant) are friendly, helpful and professional ✨. The view in the restaurant is wonderful…you can see the sea while you’re eating. Food service and selection is great 👍🏽 and deliciou
