Gyokyo Chokuei Shokudo; Banya no Yu
Itō, Shizuoka, Japan
- Location
- Itō, Shizuoka, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 41 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Effortless float
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Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
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In Itō, Shizuoka Prefecture, Gyokyo Chokuei Shokudo Banya no Yu pairs a seafood restaurant with sodium-chloride baths at 41°C. The site includes an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — Gyokyo Chokuei Shokudo Banya no Yu is a municipality-operated onsen in Itō, a celebrated hot spring town on the Izu Peninsula where warm mineral water has been enjoyed since the Edo period. The sodium-chloride water is richly warming and offers relief for tired muscles after hiking the Izu volcanic trails. Ito's waterfront setting means you can combine your soak with a stroll along the picturesque harbour used by the Edo-era Dutch trading mission. The honest, no-frills bathhouse format reflects Ito's tradition of accessible community bathing.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 41 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sodium chloride water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).