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Guide to Ryuusenkaku's Facilities


A traditional Japanese inn or ryokan with its own natural hot spring, Ryuusenkaku is located on a hilltop in the hot springs resort area of Arima Onsen. Surrounded by a natural environment, Ryuusenkaku's close proximity to Kobe and Mt. Rokko makes it convenient for sightseeing. Outdoor hot spring baths with breathtaking scenery and an indoor swimming pool offer a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

Facilities and Services That Make Ryuusenkaku a Child-friendly Inn
Various services are available to assure parents
of small children an enjoyable 'onsen' trip.


Golden Springs
The hot springs of the Arima Onsen have a high iron content that reacts with oxygen to give the mineral water a reddish brown called "red spa" or "golden springs" in Japanese. Children call it "miso soup" often. With its own natural hot spring, Ryuusenkaku provides the pure, untouched benefits of mineral springs for unmatched quality.
The "golden springs" have also a high salt content that is effective to detoxify your body due to a good sweat when you take time for bathing. You feel your body as light as in sea water when you relax the muscles of your whole body in Ryuusenkaku's "golden springs".
The "golden springs" is reported to be effective for 20 kinds of symptoms; such as stomach illnesses, gynecopathy, neuralgia, and muscles cramps, The "golden springs" have also carbonated water content that form bubbles on the surface like soda water.
Ryuusenkaku offers families an oasis from hectic daily life with all the comforts and charm of a traditional Japanese inn. Whether it's the therapeutic benefits of a mineral bath or the culinary delights of Japanese cuisine, you will find complete relaxation and satisfaction during your stay.


Own Natural Hot Spring
With its own natural hot spring, Ryuusenkaku provides the pure, untouched benefits of mineral springs for unmatched quality.


Outdoor Bath
As it flows naturally from the earth, the water of the mineral spring with its high iron and salt content changes to a copper tint and is reported to be effective for stomach illnesses, gynecopathy, neuralgia, and muscles cramps,


Indoor Bath
The indoor bath is open and can be used from 15:00 to 09:30. (cleaning time: 22:30-23:30)
Hot spring location 1663, Utsugidani, Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe City (on premises)
Spring characteristics Ferruginous sodium monochloride in a salty cold mineral spring(Containing Fe NaCl in a salty cold mineral spring)
Hypertonic, medium strength, cold mineral spring
People with these conditions should avoid bathing 1) rapid occurring symptoms (especially high temperature)
2) active tuberculosis
3) malignant tumors
4) severe heart disease
5) shortness of breath
6) kidney failure
7) free bleeding conditions
8) high-level anemia
9) minor diseases
10) pregnancy related conditions (especially first and final stages)
11) the hot bath symptoms (42 degrees C. above)
(a) acute arteriosclerosis (b) hypertension (c) heart disease
People with these conditions should avoid drinking 1) kidney disease
2) hypertension
3) other general symptoms
Cautions for drinking Since mineral water has a certain concentration of arsenic, please consult a doctor familiar with mineral water when drinking over an extended period of time. Ingest after meals and not in conjunction with coffee or tea.
Bath is reported to be effective for these symptoms 1) neuralgia
2) muscle cramps
3) rheumatism
4) shoulder tendonitis
5) overexertion
6) joint stiffness
7) bruises
8) sprains
9) chronic illness in digestive tract
10) hemorrhoids
11) chills
12) convalescence
13) fatigue
14) promotion of health
15) wounds
16) burns
17) chronic dermatitis
18) children with weak constitutions
19) gynecopathy
20) menstruation
Drinking mineral water is reported to be effective for these conditions 1) chronic illness of the digestive tract
2) chronic constipation
3) anemia


Heated Indoor Swimming Pool
Our heated indoor swimming pool (10m x 4m) is available for our guests all year round. The water temperature is adjusted in accordance with the season. Families and couples can enjoy the pool. In addition, bathing suits, bath towels, pool toys, and swimming gear are available at the front desk. (Free of charge)


Floatation rings

Leg insertion floatations

Kick boards

Arm floatations

Bathing suits for children

Chairs for child use
* Bathing suits for children are available at our Gift Shop. (200yen each for sizes 80, 90, or large)


Private Outdoor Baths for Families
In autumn many guests enjoy the comfort and relaxation of an open-air bath while looking at the vivid colors of the season. With Ryuusenkaku's hilltop location in the Arima Onsen area, the bathing experience is further enhanced at night with the night's clear starry sky and soft lights illuminating the beautiful natural surroundings.
Our two outdoor baths, the Kaede and the Sakura, are naturally formed from rocks and can accommodate 5-6 people (30m2). Both have their own shower stalls, clothesbaskets, and baby beds. Please make reservations for these baths at the front desk.
*Hours of operation: 15:00-22:45, 07:00-08:45
Rates: 2,000yen per 45-minute session (starting on the hour)

Reservations for the afternoon are made in advance for in 45-minute sessions on the hour for 15:00 to 15:45 and 16:00 to 16:45. Subsequent reservations can be made on the same day at check-in. Please inquire at the front desk.

Kaede Sakura
15:00`15:45 Advanced reservation required. Advanced reservation required.
16:00`16:45 Advanced reservation required. Advanced reservation required.
17:00`17:45 Reservations are possible after check-in Reservations are possible after check-in
18:00`18:45 Reservations are possible after check-in Reservations are possible after check-in
19:00`19:45 Reservations are possible after check-in Reservations are possible after check-in
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21:00`21:45 Reservations are possible after check-in Reservations are possible after check-in
22:00`22:45 Reservations are possible after check-in Reservations are possible after check-in
07:00`07:45 Reservations are possible after check-in Reservations are possible after check-in
08:00`08:45 Reservations are possible after check-in Reservations are possible after check-in

• The key for the outdoor bath rental is kept at the front desk.
• Remember that the outdoor bath utilizes an auto-lock system.
• When finished, please return the key to the front desk.


Guest Rooms
Room sizes
All rooms are Japanese style rooms. The size of the two-person room is 8 tatami mats (18 m2). For three to six people, the room size is 10 tatami mats (21.6 m2).
Room amenities
All rooms are equipped with a bathroom, a toilet, and a 2 tatami mat size enclosed veranda for relaxation.
Dinner and breakfast will be served in your room.

All Guest Rooms To Be Non-Smoking
From 1 July, 2015, all guest rooms in the Motoyu Ryuusenkaku will be non-smoking.
We appreciate that this may be inconvenient for smokers, but we would like to ask for your understanding. Smoking guests may use the smoking area.
The Motoyu Ryuusenkaku will continue to strive to provide safety, security, and a comfortable, pleasant environment for its guests. We look forward to your continued patronage.


Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi access is available in all guest rooms and in the lobby.
It may be used with your laptop PC, smartphone, tablet, and other mobile equipment.


The Gift Shop Corner Is Located in the Lobby


Billiards, and Game Corner
Families and couples can enjoy playing billiards together. Beginners not familiar with the rules of billiards or the use of a cue can request assistance at our front desk. We have staff available to provide free lessons for beginners. (1,200yen/hour).


Japanese Style 'Karaoke' Room
The karaoke room is large enough for about 10 people (18 m2) and is equipped with a karaoke system featuring a dynamic 43-inch screen. The room is also equipped with a massage chair, baby bed, picture books, and toys for your family's added enjoyment. A selection of 100,000 songs from around the world is available including animated nursery songs for children to enjoy with their family. (3,500yen/hour).


Massage chair

Baby bed/Toys

Air purifier


Picture Book Corner
The Picture Book Corner is located in the rear of the lobby and contains more than 1,500 illustrated books. Guests can use this area for relaxation and socializing. A sofa and cushions are available for families to use.


View from Rooftop



Facilities/Items for Children
Baby Beds
We have 10 baby beds located throughout various parts of the ryokan: in the changing areas in the indoor and outdoor spa baths, in the private family outdoor baths, in the Picture Book Corner, in the massage machine room, and in the karaoke room. They are always available for immediate use.

Children's Pillows
Children's pillowcases with cartoon characters are available for use free of charge. Please inquire at the front desk.

Children's Items for Sale
*Set of 5 disposable paper diapers (Size M 320yen, Size L 380yen).
*Baby wipes (250yen)
*Bathing suit (Size 80, size 90, or size Large, 200yen each)
*Powdered drinks for children (Apple, mixed juice, and barley tea, 50yen/package)
*Powdered milks for baby (150yen/package)
We have these items readily available at our Gift Shop.

Star Gazing
The evening skies are crystal clear for watching the stars.
Why don't you search for stars with your family?

You can identify the name of each star by using our illustrated book of star constellations located in the Picture Book Corner.

Trash Bags
We have trash bags specifically designated for dirty diapers. You can leave these trash bags in a corner of your room at the time of your checkout.

Electric Pot
An electric pot capable of reaching 60 degrees C. is available in each room. If your baby cries for warm milk, this pot is readily available. (Free of charge)

Microwave Oven
The microwave oven next to the Picture Book Corner can be used to warm baby food or sanitize baby milk bottles. We have placed plastic wrap nearby. Please feel free to use it. (Free of charge)

Insect Collecting Equipment
There is an abundance of nature surrounding the Arima Onsen area. From end May to end June, there are fireflies at the Arima River, and in the area around Ryuusenkaku there are rhinoceros and stag beetles all summer. You can use our insect nets free of charge to collect insects. Insect cages are available at our Gift Shop for 300yen. Please inquire at the front desk if you would like to use these items.

*Click here for details concerning facilities and services for children.


Address:
"Motoyu Ryuusenkaku - Arima Onsen"
1663, Utsugidani, Arima-cho, Kita-ku,
Kobe City, Hyogo, 651-1401 Japan
Tel: 078-904-0901 Fax: 078-903-0099
E-mail address: ryuusen@skyblue.ocn.ne.jp
Experience the finest in Japanese hospitality complete with relaxing outdoor mineral baths and exquisite Japanese cuisine at Ryuusenkaku.
The Management
Motoyu Ryuusenkaku