Can you go to Kono-yu (Kinosaki Onsen) with tattoos?
鴻の湯（城崎温泉 外湯） · Onsen and spa
Yes, as you are
Yes, tattoos are fine as they are
Checked on the official site · Nov 15, 2026Source visitkinosaki.com
Read the original rule
Unlike other onsen resorts in Japan, all seven public hot springs in Kinosaki Onsen allow tattoos of all sizes, with no need to cover them up! … Although tattoos are allowed in Kinosaki Onsen's public hot springs, the baths in accommodations may have different rules.Getting there
610 Kinosaki-cho Yushima, Toyooka, Hyogo
Japanese address for taxis
兵庫県豊岡市城崎町湯島610
Tattoo-friendly places nearby
Getting tattooed on this trip?
A fresh tattoo has to stay out of hot water for about two weeks. Book your onsen days first, your session last. Tell us your dates and idea, and we match you with an artist in Japan within 48 hours. English is fine.
¥15,000 deposit, fully refunded if we can't match you.
Find an artistRules change. Check with the place before you go. We read the place's official website on the date shown to check this rule.