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Hotel Sunshine Kinugawa
Tochigi Prefecture/Kinugawa OnsenRelaxing moments with a private open-air Onsen, historic Onsen, and Japanese cuisine featuring local ingredients.
The Property by the Kinugawa Gorge offers an enjoyable travel experience with open-air Onsen overlooking the majestic mountains and the beauty of nature in every season, as well as Rooms boasting stunning views. Guests highly praise the variety-rich buffet and seasonal Japanese cuisine. The suite Rooms with private open-air Onsen allow you to enjoy a private bath time while admiring the breathtaking natural scenery. You can fully indulge in the historic waters of Kinugawa Onsen, and at the café terrace with a foot bath, savor the spectacular views of the Kinugawa River along with delicious coffee and sweets.
Facilities and Services
See All- Hot spring
- Room with Open-Air Bath
- Spa facility
| IN | 15:00~18:00 |
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| OUT | 10:00 |
| Number of rooms | 104 rooms |
| Pet | Not allowed |
| Your child | Permitted |
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See AllNotice from the Accommodation
■ A Hot Spring Tax of 150 yen per person will be charged separately.
■ The latest time for meals is 19:30. Please note that meals cannot be served after this time.
※ Infant Rates ※ 0-1 years old → Free of charge if no services are required. 2-3 years old → Facility usage fee will be charged even if no services are required. 4 years old to preschool children → 50% of the regular rate. Elementary school children → 70% of the regular rate.
■ If a buffet cannot be provided due to venue circumstances or the number of buffet guests, a Japanese set meal will be prepared instead. In such cases, we will contact you by phone.
Introduction of the Accommodation




Panorama (daytime view)
On the banks of the Kinugawa Gorge, a popular scenic spot. Sunshine Kinugawa is a relaxing resort that gathers the joys of traveling to Kinugawa, featuring Rooms boasting stunning views, including open-air baths overlooking majestic mountains amidst nature's rich expressions through the seasons. Enjoy a leisurely and luxurious time with highly praised hospitality, including a variety of buffets and Japanese meals using seasonal ingredients.





Large Public Bath 'Onikurobiyu'
Since its opening in 1752, Kinugawa Onsen, one of the most renowned hot springs in the Kanto region, has been cherished for over 270 years alongside the lush natural beauty of the verdant valley. The spring water is an odorless and tasteless alkaline simple Onsen, known for being gentle on the skin and celebrated as a beautifying bath. The large public bath, featuring open-air baths with views of the vibrant seasonal scenery, operates on a gender-swapping schedule between morning and evening. Enjoy the different atmospheres depending on the time of day. Within the Facility, you can also indulge in private bathing with our reservable baths or relax at the footbath café, offering a liberating view of the popular sightseeing spot, the Kinutateiwa Otsuribashi Suspension Bridge.





A wide variety of buffets
We offer a variety of dining styles tailored to your purposes and preferences, including "semi-private dining rooms" and "in-Room dining," as well as our signature "buffet" featuring over 50 diverse menu options. At the live kitchen buffet, chefs prepare and serve freshly cooked dishes right before your eyes.
Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation
- The room
- Hot Springs & Baths
- Facilities & Services
- Meal
Basic Information
| Card information | VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS / Debit card |
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| Pets | Not allowed |
| Breakfast | Restaurant (buffet) / Semi-private dining area / Dining area |
| Your child | You can stay. Children's tableware, children's yukata, children's zori sandals |
| Room service | Available for use |
| Common amenities |
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| Facilities and Features |
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| Esthetic Massage | Available ■ Business hours: 15:00 - 1:00 ※ Last admission at 24:00 |
| Fitness gym | None |
| Public Bath |
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| Open-air bath |
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| Private bath |
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| Room with Open-Air Bath |
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| Spring quality and benefits | Simple alkaline spring Muscle pain, joint pain, bruising, joint stiffness, post-illness recovery period, fatigue recovery, beauty |
| Sauna | Available |
| Hot stone spa | None |
| Others | 【Other available cards】 JTB UC Mitsubishi UFJ Nicos Saison |
Reviews
- Rooms & Amenities4.01
- Facility3.85
- Hospitality & Service4.52
- Meals4.27
- Onsen & Bath4.21
- Satisfaction4.35
*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*
*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*
Access Information
Tochigi PrefectureNikko-shi, Onsen Kinugawa, Ohara 1437-1
TEL:+81-288-77-2727
■Using public transportation
・Private Tobu Line, Kinugawa Onsen Station → Tobu Dial Bus to each Hotel, approximately 5 minutes, get off in front of our Hotel → Walk approximately 0 minutes
■Using a car
・From Imaichi IC on the Nikko Utsunomiya Road, approximately 15 km on National Route 121
Approximately 30 minutes, landmark: Tobu World Square
- Parking Information
- Fee
- Free for guests
- Parking time
- ---
- Parking space
- No restrictions
- Number of parking spaces
- 100 cars available outdoor
- Valet service
- Unavailable
100 spaces (free)
- Pickup and drop-off information
- UnavailableFor next-day delivery, free arrangement
9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30
Frequently Asked Questions
Please provide information about Open-air bath.
・Business Hours: 05:00~24:00 ・Hot spring: Available ・Free-flowing: None ・Cloudy hot spring water: None ・Supplementary information: (Heating, Adding Water) [Available Hours] Open-air Bath: 15:00–24:00 / 5:00–10:00 (Men's and women's areas are switched in the morning and evening.) *Closed from 10:00 to 11:00 for cleaning.
What are the qualities and benefits of the hot spring water?
The spring quality and efficacy of the hot spring are as follows. ・Spring quality: Simple alkaline spring ・Spring efficacy: Muscle pain, joint pain, bruising, joint stiffness, post-illness recovery period, fatigue recovery, beauty
What kind of facilities and features are available?
There are the following facilities and features. Hot spring・Rooms with open-air baths available・Open-air bath・Large public bath・Private bath・Sauna・Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.・Spa facility・Room service
I would like to know the access information.
■Using public transportation ・Private Tobu Line, Kinugawa Onsen Station → Tobu Dial Bus to each Hotel, approximately 5 minutes, get off in front of our Hotel → Walk approximately 0 minutes ■Using a car ・From Imaichi IC on the Nikko Utsunomiya Road, approximately 15 km on National Route 121 Approximately 30 minutes, landmark: Tobu World Square
Is parking available?
・Fee: Free for guests ・Parking space: Length --- Vehicle width --- Vehicle height --- ・Number of parking spaces: 100 cars ・Valet Service: Unavailable Outdoor parking (Reservation required) 100 spaces (free)
Please provide information about Private bath.
・Business Hours: 15:00~23:15 ・Hot spring: Available ・Free-flowing: None ・Cloudy hot spring water: None ・Supplementary information: (Heating, Adding Water) ● Private Bath "Akane"
15:30 - 23:15 Fee: 3,850 yen (tax included) per session/45 minutes, reservation required. Reservations can be made at the front desk from 14:00 on the same day. First-come, first-served basis. ● Open-Air Rock Bath "Kirara" 15:00 - 23:00 Fee: 2,750 yen (tax included) per session/45 minutes, reservation required. Reservations can be made at the front desk from 14:00 on the same day. First-come, first-served basis. Is an internet connection available?
Connection is possible. ・Wi-Fi is available. For more details, please refer to the room and plan information.
Is there a sauna?
Yes, there is.
Do you have esthetic massages?
Yes, there is. ■ Business hours: 15:00 - 1:00 ※ Last admission at 24:00





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