If You're NearbyNatureHot springsSmall towns

Kinosaki Onsen

A canal-side hot spring town where visitors stroll between seven public baths in yukata and wooden sandals.

Photo: Samchan91 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Best Time to Go
Nov–Mar
Our full guide to Kinosaki Onsen is being written. It's on the Kansai list as If You're Nearby.

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About 68 miles away

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About 75 miles away

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