Located on the banks of the Shonai River in Nagoya’s Kita Ward, Shonai Onsen Kita no Yu is a beloved local super-sento (large public bath). Renovated in 2021, the facility has been completely refreshed, offering a clean and welcoming environment. Every visit leaves you feeling comfortable and relaxed, making you want to return again and again.
Refresh Your Mind and Body in Beautifully Maintained Baths
The bath area offers a wide variety of baths, allowing visitors to choose based on their fatigue or mood. In addition to classic options like jet baths, electric baths, and carbonated springs, there are also unique and individual baths to enjoy.
Among them, the author’s personal favorite is the “lying-down bath”. Designed slightly deeper than similar baths at other facilities, it allows you to fully immerse your neck and torso. Even in winter, you won’t feel your stomach getting cold, and the gentle warmth spreading throughout your body is wonderfully relaxing.
The outdoor open-air bath also provides a view of the Shonai River, offering an extraordinary sense of escape that makes you forget you’re still in the heart of Nagoya.
Detox and Relax in the Stone Sauna
Shonai Onsen Kita no Yu also features a variety of stone saunas. Each room differs in temperature and humidity, allowing visitors to choose according to their physical condition or preference.
The stone sauna’s main appeal is its ability to refresh the body from the inside through sweating. Spending time slowly sweating while reading or chatting is truly a “rejuvenating experience.” Many couples and groups of friends visit, and unlike gender-segregated baths, everyone can enjoy it together, which adds to its popularity.
Satisfying Restaurant and Relaxation Spaces
After bathing or enjoying the stone sauna, visitors can relax and have a meal in the spacious restaurant area. The calm interior enhances the relaxing atmosphere, making it comfortable for families as well as solo visitors.
The menu offers a wide range of Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes, including set meals, noodles, rice bowls, and desserts. Seasonal specialties are also available, keeping even frequent visitors interested.
In summer, a cold dish after a refreshing bath is especially enjoyable, while in winter, savoring a meal with a warm, relaxed body is simply perfect.
Refresh Your Hair and Mind with the Onsite Haircut Service
Shonai Onsen Kita no Yu also has a barber shop on-site. Getting your hair done before bathing allows you to soak in the water feeling fresh and renewed. There are convenient set menus that combine a haircut and bath, making it ideal for those who want to make the most of their time.
In busy daily life, visiting as a “self-care day” is highly recommended.
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