Arima Onsen Review – Kobe’s Oldest Hot Spring ♨️

#tripพาบินประภพนำปีใหม่ When it comes to famous hot springs in Japan, “Arima Onsen” is definitely on the list! This is one of the three oldest hot springs in Japan and is famous for its super healthy mineral water. If you come to Kobe and don’t stop by, you’re missing out! 🌊 The outstanding hot springs of Arima Onsen ♨️ “Kinsen” (金泉) – Gold mineral water • The water is reddish brown because it is rich in iron and salt. Soaking in it moisturizes your skin and is also good for your circulatory system. 💎 “Ginsen” (銀泉) – Silver mineral water • Clear and colorless, but full of carbon dioxide and a little radioactivity (definitely safe). Helps your body relax and relieve aches and pains. 🏯 Recommended hot springs in Arima 🛁 Taikou-no-Yu (太閤の湯) – A large hot spring with both Kinsen and Ginsen baths, as well as an outdoor bath. The atmosphere is great! 🛁 Kin no Yu (金の湯) – A famous public onsen, focusing on Kinsen mineral water, good value 🛁 Gin no Yu (銀の湯) – Another public onsen, focusing on Ginsen mineral water, super relaxing 🍵 What should you do when visiting Arima Onsen? 🌿 Take a walk in the hot spring area – The streets of Arima Onsen are lined with souvenir shops, cafes, and beautiful shrines to stroll around. 🍡 Eat local sweets – Must try “Arima Senbei” (crispy sembei) and “Tansan Manju” (soft red bean paste sweets). ⛩️ Visit Onsen-ji Shrine – The shrine is said to be the residence of the hot spring god. 🚆 How to get to Arima Onsen from Kobe & Osaka From Kobe 🚋 1️⃣ Train: Take the Kobe Electric Railway from Sannomiya Station → Change trains at Arimaguchi → Get off at Arima Onsen Station (30-40 minutes) 2️⃣ Bus: Take a bus from Sannomiya or Shin-Kobe directly to Arima Onsen (approx. 50 minutes) From Osaka 🚄 1️⃣ Limited Express: Take the Hankyu Railway or Hanshin Railway to Arima Onsen Station Kobe-Sannomiya → Change to Kobe Electric Railway → Get off at Arima Onsen (Total time 60-70 minutes) 2️⃣ Direct bus: From Osaka Station (Umeda), there is a direct bus to Arima Onsen, taking about 1 hour 📌 In summary, why should you come to Arima Onsen? ✅ It is an old hot spring with a history of over 1,300 years ✅ There are 2 types of mineral water that help nourish your health ✅ Easy to travel from Kobe and Osaka ✅ Experience the atmosphere of a real Japanese hot spring town For those who want to soak in a good hot spring with a classic atmosphere, Arima Onsen is a must-see destination! 💖♨️