Jōmon natural onsen - Shiraku no yu — Attraction in Kawasaki

Shirakunoyu is a relatively large Onsen - but not a what they call a "Super-Onsen" - just two short trian stops from Kawasaki station. I have been there several times. I like the atmosphere, it is dark and quiet, and especially attractive to adults, though it is also okay to go there with children. It is not so bright as a "Super-Onsen". There's a large Rotenburo (outside) with a small roof in the mioddle of the water, you can even be there if the weather is not so good. It is okay to read a book while being in the Onsen, I have seen many guys doing this. The sauna is okay. There is also a shop where you can buy souvenirs, delicacies, and the kind of stuff you typically might want to buy when visiting an Onsen, i.e. shaving gear, underwear etc. Massage is expensive and I haven't tried it. The only downside is that there is almost no relaxation space, after coming out of the hot water after a long Onsen session, or especially after coming out of the sauna and the maybe an ice-cold bath afterwards, you might want to just lie down for a few minutes, but there are no loungers or benches available to do that - however this is normal and only few Onsen have that. Overall, Shirakunoyu is among my preferred Onsen in the Kanto area. If you are around Kawasaki station and feel like going to an Onsen, be it alone or with someone else, I can recommend Shirakunoyu as one of the...

Shirakunoyu is a relatively large Onsen - but not a what they call a "Super-Onsen" - just two short trian stops from Kawasaki station. I have been there several times. I like the atmosphere, it is dark and quiet, and especially attractive to adults, though it is also okay to go there with children. It is not so bright as a "Super-Onsen". There's a large Rotenburo (outside) with a small roof in the mioddle of the water, you can even be there if the weather is not so good. It is okay to read a book while being in the Onsen, I have seen many guys doing this. The sauna is okay. There is also a shop where you can buy souvenirs, delicacies, and the kind of stuff you typically might want to buy when visiting an Onsen, i.e. shaving gear, underwear etc. Massage is expensive and I haven't tried it. The only downside is that there is almost no relaxation space, after coming out of the hot water after a long Onsen session, or especially after coming out of the sauna and the maybe an ice-cold bath afterwards, you might want to just lie down for a few minutes, but there are no loungers or benches available to do that - however this is normal and only few Onsen have that. Overall, Shirakunoyu is among my preferred Onsen in the Kanto area. If you are around Kawasaki station and feel like going to an Onsen, be it alone or with someone else, I can recommend Shirakunoyu as one of the...

We stumbled across this Onsen and we're really pleasantly surprised. Entry was ¥1,030 per person and towel hire was ¥210. ||It has a wonderful traditional feel to it with wooden furnishings throughout. The reception area leads to a resting spot with tatami mats or tables. Here, the kitchen serves organic coffee, brown rice cakes, ice cream, and a selection of healthy snacks all at reasonable prices. A great spot for post-dip relaxation. Massages are also offered, and it's advised to book before you enter the onsen because they fill up quite quickly. ||The bathing area includes an outdoor pool set among natural rocks with a wooden canopy; here the water is salty and has a golden hue. Indoors there's a cold water pool, a large indoor version of the outdoor pool, and a hot water tub. The two tubs are wooden caskets. The large indoor pool is set among rocks. There's also a sauna / steam room in addition to the usual 20-30 seated shower stalls. ||Next door is a quaint soba restaurant that serves good and decent price food. Must try. ||Highly recommend this place. We'll be...