The Best Onsen in Nagoya: 13 places you’re going to want to check out

Have you ever wanted to visit Nagoya? Located on the coast and facing the Pacific Ocean, about 90 minutes by Shinkansen (bullet train) away from Tokyo, Nagoya is the 4th populous city in Japan and the most populous city in Aichi Prefecture.

Do you know about all of the onsen locations in Nagoya? There are a ton of amazing onsen ryokan, hotels, and spa facilities in and around Nagoya for travelers who are willing to make a stop a journey.

In this article, we’ll cover the many different onsen areas in and around Nagoya.

Let’s get started.

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Day trip onsen spas in Nagoya

1. Urban Quar SPA & LIVING
2. Ryusenji no Yu
3. Canal Resort
4. Fuu no Yu

Hotel and Ryokan with Onsen in Nagoya

5. Nagoya Katei Miyoshi
6. Ryokan Watanabe
7. Mitsui Garden Hotel Nagoya Premier
8. Nagoya Crown Hotel
9. Nishitetsu Hotel Croom Nagoya

Private onsen in Nagoya

10. Ginpasou
11. Kaze no Tani no Iori
12. Yuduki
13. Hananomaru

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Google Map of Nagoya (Aichi Prefecture)

Day trip onsen spas in Nagoya

If you’re just stopping in Nagoya for a day, consider visiting an onsen spa and relieving your travel fatigue. Enjoy bathing in healing water for a few hours and then head out on the next section of your journey.

We recommend visiting an onsen spa in Nagoya for those who already have a packed itinerary but don’t want to miss a traditional Japanese onsen experience.

Urban Quar SPA & LIVING (天然温泉アーバンクア SPA & LIVING)

For those looking for an open-air onsen in downtown Nagoya, look no further than Urban Quar SPA & LIVING. They are located in Nagoya, just a 5-minute walk away from Higashi Betsuin Station, and just 30 minutes away from Nagoya Station. Not only does Urban Quar have many different kinds of baths and facilities, but you can use them as much as you’d like for 3 hours. If you’re traveling, they’ll store your large suitcase at the front desk while you’re relaxing in the warm onsen waters from 800 meters underground.

Urban Quar has an amazing onsen spa zone with indoor and outdoor onsen baths, along with various types of waters that are said to help beautify and rejuvenate your skin. Urban Quar also sports an extensive stone sauna, which holds plenty of hot room with stones that are said to expel toxins and relieve joint pain. If you want, choose from a long list of different types of massages available for guests. It costs extra, but you’ll still have plenty of time to hop in the relaxing onsen after you’re done. Check out Urban Quar below.

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Ryusenji no Yu (竜泉寺の湯名古屋)

Ryusenji no Yu is an onsen spa with a few locations around Japan, but the first location and flagship are in Nagoya. They opened in 1989 as one of the first “super sento” onsen bathhouses. With their healing onsen waters, low prices, and overall high availability to the public, Ryusenji no Yu is sometimes accredited with popularizing the modern sento spa in Japan.

One of the best parts about Ryusenji no Yu is the amazing panoramic view of the city of Nagoya and the ocean from the outdoor bath. Along with the various hot spas and sauna areas, they also offer an aromatic cooldown room if you need to take a break from the steam and heat. We recommend bringing some coins for the premium massage chairs that they have for guests. After your bath, you won’t want to miss a full body massage, or a chiropractic spine alignment and posture correcting “seitai” massage. For an extra fee, they even offer rooms for those who want to stay overnight. Check out everything Ryusenji no Yu has to offer below.

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Canal Resort (キャナル・リゾート)

Canal Resort is a tropical-themed spa located about 30 minutes away from Nagoya Station. The concept is a paradise resort escape located in the center of the city. Their spa area has 5 different types of indoor baths, 2 saunas, and 7 types of outdoor baths. Even if the weather is cold, you’ll be able to keep warm with their specialty sodium chloride onsen water famous around Japan as bathers are said to retain warmth even after exiting the bath.

Canal Resort is divided into 4 main areas. There’s Canal Spa, Canal Eating, Canal Healing, and Canal Stone Sauna. Note that there are separate entrance fees for Canal Spa and Canal Stone Sauna. There are a number of different restaurants that operate within the food zone, so there will be something for everyone. Enjoy classic Japanese foods, healthy foods, and cool and classy cafe with cakes, curry, and more. Book a time at Canal Healing and try one of the 4 different types of massages offered to guests. Check out Canal Resort below.

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Fuu no Yu (展望風呂「風（フー）の湯」)

Are you flying to or from Nagoya’s Chubu Centrair International Airport? If so, then Fuu no Yu might be perfect for you. After a long flight, wash away all of your travel fatigue at a public sento bath located in the airport. Or, you can get to the airport before your flight and kick back while watching the sunset over Ise Bay. If you’ve yet to experience a Japanese sento or onsen bath, this rare airport onsen might be a good opportunity.

Although there are no outdoor baths, you’ll be able to view the takeoff and landing of flights from the warm waters. Don’t worry, the grounds crew can’t see into the bath from the ground. The heat and relaxation effect from the bath is perfect for those who want to get clean and stay relaxed during long flights across the ocean. Fuu no Yu also has a popular restaurant that serves Japanese food. Be sure to check out Fuu no Yu and other airport stores below if you have a long layover.

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Hotel and ryokan with onsen in Nagoya

Do you want to experience traditional Japanese culture? If you do, then staying at a ryokan or a hotel with and onsen in Nagoya is a must-do. These Japanese ryokan have a ton of culture, luxury, and “omotenashi” or Japanese top-class hospitality.

Below are some onsen ryokan that we think will level up your Nagoya trip.

Nagoya Katei Miyoshi (なごや花亭美よし)

Nagoya Katei Miyoshi is the perfect onsen ryokan for those who are looking to stay in the center of the city. After all, Miyoshi is located just 7 minutes away from Nagoya Station by foot. It’s a modern Japanese ryokan with plenty of traditional elements. Because Miyoshi is a refurbished and renovated ryokan, note that there are a few rooms that don’t have bathrooms attached to them and use a shared bathroom on the floor. Put on a traditional Japanese yukata and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere on top of the tatami mats.

Katei Miyoshi is great for those who want to experience Japanese culture near Nagoya Station and even better for those who want to experience real and traditional Japanese cuisine. Miyoshi prides itself on the level and quality of the meals that they produce for guests. It’s their passion. For dinner, you can expect a variety of fresh seafood and in-season vegetables in a classic Japanese Kaiseki style with a special Nagoya style. Let them know 5 days in advanced of any allergies so that they can prepare accordingly. Check out Nagoya Katei Miyoshi if you’re in Nagoya.

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Ryokan Watanabe (旅館わたなべ)

Ryokan Watanabe is a ryokan with onsen facilities located about 20 minutes away from Nagoya Station. Grab a taxi or ride the train or bus to complete the trip. Watanabe is well known for being a traditional onsen ryokan with plenty of charming and homely elements and themes. The bathing facilities are open 24 hours a day, so you can take a dip in a large onsen whenever you please, even in the middle of the night. They serve fresh local ingredients in their kaiseki-style meals, which can be served in their restaurant or the privacy of a private room.

Note that because Ryokan Watanabe is old and has existed for a long time, none of the guest rooms have toilets or plumbing. Also note that because of the age of the building, an internet connection may not be provided in the room that you book. This is standard for ryokans with long histories. If you’re interested in staying at a traditional onsen ryokan, check if they provide internet services, and if they don’t, check out Pocket WiFi solutions from Sakura Mobile. If you’re interested in staying at Watanabe, check them out below.

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Mitsui Garden Hotel Nagoya Premier (三井ガーデンホテル名古屋プレミア)

Mitsui Garden Hotel Nagoya Premier is a luxury business hotel located only 5 minutes away from Nagoya Station. For those who are looking for a luxury onsen experience close to the downtown area of Nagoya without having to sleep on the floor, consider Mitsui Garden Hotel. They offer a Japanese onsen spa experience while providing Western-style hotel rooms with Western-style beds. The onsen has great views from the 18th floor and is free for guests of the hotel to use all night. They close before check-out between 9 AM and 3 PM for cleaning.

We recommend those staying at Mitsui Garden eat breakfast at the restaurant’s buffet. It’s not included with the price of your room, but it includes over 60 different types of foods that highlight Aichi culture and tastes. The produce is seasonal and local, the eggs are fresh, and the bread is made with high-quality ingredients to get a good, healthy, and tasty start to a long day of sightseeing. If you prefer to stay in the heart of Nagoya in a comfy bed without missing out on the Japanese onsen experience, check out Mitsui Garden Hotel Nagoya Premier below.

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Nagoya Crown Hotel (名古屋クラウンホテル)

Nagoya Crown Hotel is best for those trying to see Nagoya on a budget. It’s located 10 minutes by train away from Nagoya Station in the heart of Nagoya. If you’re looking for an onsen experience on a budget, look no further. Guests staying at the hotel are provided with traditional Japanese yukata. Put it on and head down to the onsen, where the baths are filled with water from a real onsen source located deep underneath the hotel.

Because of Nagoya Crown Hotel’s low price, guests may expect low-quality service and amenities with hotels, but that’s not the case with Crown Hotel. You can expect a high-quality breakfast buffet with “Nagoya meshi” or food from Nagoya. There are plenty of different types of fresh and seasonal foods from all around Nagoya and the surrounding areas. Crown Hotel provides a ton of amenities and services for a low price, including traditional Japanese food, traditional Japanese wear, and traditional Japanese onsen. Check out Nagoya crown Hotel below.

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Nishitetsu Hotel Croom Nagoya (西鉄ホテルクルーム名古屋)

Nishitestu Hotel Croom Nagoya is a relaxed and upscale hotel located in a great sightseeing district of Nagoya, less than 10 minutes away by train from Nagoya Station, and a 1-minute walk away from Hisayaodori Station. As the hotel was opened in 2019, all of the amenities provided are high-quality and modern. On the top floor, relax in a large public onsen where you can stretch your legs out until 1 in the morning. They prioritize creating an atmosphere that’s comfortable and laid-back for guests.

In classic hotel style, breakfast is a buffet. Hotel Croom offers local dishes including Nagoya specialty chicken dishes and noodle dishes. Make sure that you book a plan that includes breakfast. If not, it’ll cost 1,400 JPY. For those on business trips and for those who have been traveling for a long time, they have a paid laundry and dry-cleaning service at the hotel. For those looking to experience a high-class onsen while staying in Nagoya, make sure to check out Nishitetsu Hotel Croom Nagoya below.

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Private onsen in Nagoya

Although public onsen baths have a long-standing history in not only Nagoya but all of Japan. But recently, private onsen baths have been becoming more popular among younger people and tourists. A private onsen bath is similar to a public onsen bath, but they are smaller and only made for one person or a small group.

If you have tattoos, are unfamiliar with onsen etiquette and rules, or are uncomfortable with getting naked and bathing with strangers, here are four private onsen hot spring baths in Nagoya.

Ginpasou (銀波荘)

Ginpasou is an onsen ryokan engrained with tons of traditional culture and a modern and fun atmosphere. Ginpasou is located on the beachfront overlooking Mikawa Bay in Nishiura Onsen, about 90 minutes away by train from Nagoya Station and 75 minutes by car. Almost every room and onsen hot spring bath at Ginpasou has a great view of the sea and a piece of traditional Japanese culture. Book a suite room to have a private onsen attached to your balcony that you can use whenever you’d like.

If you book a room without a private onsen attached, don’t worry. On the top floor, there is 2 large private rental onsen with expansive views of the sea and distant mountains across the bay. Note that it does cost extra to reserve these private rental onsen in 50-minute increments. The food offered by the hotel is special, as the meals usually include a piece of seafood that was freshly caught in the morning. There is a ton to look forward to when you stay at Ginpasou, check it out below.

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Kaze no Tani no Iori (風の谷の庵)

Kaze no Tani no Iori is an upscale onsen ryokan with a long history. Located deep in the mountains about 80 minutes by car from Nagoya Station, Kaze no Tani no Iori offers only 10 guest rooms of 4 different types. Each room comes with an attached private bath, and the water comes directly from a source beneath the traditional Japanese inn. Bundle up and head to the veranda at night after warming up in the healing waters and watch the stars on clear nights.

For special occasions, you can rent out a private jacuzzi and healing bedrock bath for 90 minutes. Make an appointment at their Moon Stone Spa and choose between 10 different types of massages and treatments that target and heal areas of the body and promote longevity and health. For dinner, enjoy a wide variety of fresh seafood and local fruits and vegetables grown in Aichi prefecture around Nagoya. The atmosphere that they create at Kaze no Tani no Iori with the highest-class customer service will leave you relaxed and happy with your decision to book a night here, so check them out below.

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Yuduki (悠月)

If you’ve been looking for an island getaway near Nagoya, look no further than Yuduki (pronounced Yuzuki). Located on Hikamajima, an island south of Nagoya in Mikawa Bay, Yuduki is a traditional onsen ryokan by the sea. Here, you can experience the fresh sea air along with amazing hospitality. Yuduki only has a total of 5 rooms, so staff members can focus on giving guests the best experience possible. There is no large public onsen, but each room at Yuduki has a private attached onsen bath so guests can relax.

Put on one of the specially provided Yukata and relax in your room. If the weather is nice, take a stroll around the island and enjoy the old historic streets. When it’s time for dinner, head downstairs into the private dining area to enjoy your meal. You can expect a delicious array of fish and local vegetables, all made fresh for you and your party. If you have tattoos, dislike bathing with others, or are looking for a private and immersive experience in the beautiful nature of Nagoya, consider booking a night at Yuduki.

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Hananomaru (花乃丸)

Hananomaru is the ryokan to be at if you want to experience a traditional Japanese theater performance. Located south of Nagoya, about an hour away from Nagoya Station by car, Hananomaru is the perfect opportunity to experience something new. At night, you can catch a “Noh” performance, a form of classical Japanese musical drama that has been performed since the 14th century. Noh is known for its elaborate costumes and masks, as well as its highly stylized acting and chanting, and the performances at Hananomaru are no different.

Bath in a grand view of the Ise Bay in a large public onsen, or rent out a private onsen for 50 minutes at 3,000 JPY. On the seventh floor, check out the hot rock saunas. It is said that hot rock saunas have health benefits, such as improved blood circulation, relaxation, and relief from muscle aches and pains. The heat from the rocks can also help to promote sweating, which can help to detoxify the body. If you’re looking for a total refresh of mind and body, consider staying at Hanonomaru.

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Conclusion

Do you want to visit Nagoya?

About 90 minutes by Shinkansen (bullet train) away from Tokyo, Nagoya is a great place to stop and experience traditional Japanese culture while still being connected to civilization.

Do you know about all of the onsen locations in Nagoya? There are a ton of amazing onsen ryokan, hotels, and spa facilities in and around Nagoya for the people who want to experience an onsen bath in Japan.

If you want to read up on onsen etiquette in Japan, check out this article below.

• Onsen Etiquette

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