Magobashi-yu — Local services in Kyoto

I come here fairly regularly. They seem rather welcoming of foreigners despite the typical clientele being local Japanese. There is a sign explaining the etiquette in English at the front. I would highly recommend reading that.

It’s nice that they provide body soap and shampoo. There are three hot baths. While they are relatively small, it isn’t usually too crowded so it’s never a problem for me. The cold bath can fit about two people. As for the sauna, it is relatively small as well, but that isn’t my biggest issue. The wooden seats in the sauna need to be replaced, as they seem like they are falling apart.

Despite my issue with the sauna, I still rate 5 stars mainly because it is a comfortable place for me to regularly return to and I certainly prefer this establishment to one that is...

This is a lovely little onsen which seems to be mainly used by locals but I had no issues as a westerner using it. The sauna is great. For those in doubt there are signs in English explaining how to use it. The lockers outside the door are for your shoes, then once you enter and pay 550 yen you can get undressed and there is another locker inside for your your things. Bring a towel but there is shampoo and soap. Once ready grab a stool and have a shower before enjoying the sauna...

Simple and small but nice neighborhood sento, foreigner-friendly. Admission fee is currently ¥550, only a small towel can be rented for ¥20 and hairdryer also costs ¥20. Restroom is at the entrance where the shoe lockers are, so no pit stops in-between. Would...