Okudogo Ichiyunomori
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forumWhat families say
Guests praise the sheer scale of one of western Japan's largest open-air baths and the 5 private-hire open-air baths. They also rate the staff's hospitality and the Ehime ingredients at the buffet.
Kids Facilities
Large open-air bath Suimei no Yu
Large open-air bath Suimei no Yu
One of the largest open-air baths in western Japan, on a site of about 1,508 sq m. Seven types of tubs each for men and women spread across the space, filled with alkaline simple sulfur spring water (pH 9.4) flowing directly from the source.
- •For staying guests, hours are 5:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. (last entry 8:30 a.m.) and 3 p.m. to midnight (last entry 11:30 p.m.)
- •Day-use bathing is 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. (last entry 7 p.m.), at 1,100 yen for adults (junior high school age and older) and 550 yen for children (ages 3 through elementary school)
- •Because the source temperature is 38°C, the water is warmed to a bathing temperature of up to 42°C
Private-hire open-air baths (Yunose)
Private-hire open-air baths (Yunose)
Yunose, on basement level 1 of the main building, has 5 private-hire open-air baths, each with its own character, including a rock bath, a stone bath and a cypress bath. The stone bath and the cypress bath are barrier-free and designed to be easy to use from a wheelchair.
- •Hours are 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., with last reception at 10 p.m.
- •The rate is 4,400 yen per bath for 45 minutes, including a towel and bath towel; extensions are 1,100 yen per 30 minutes
- •Day visitors can book from one month before the date of use
Garden pool (cold-spring pool, summer only)
Garden pool (cold-spring pool, summer only)
- calendar_monthSeason:Summer only
- water_dropWater depth:Approx. 60 cm
A cold-spring pool that is a rarity even nationwide. It comes in 2 depths, 60 cm and 90 cm, so small children can play with peace of mind.
- •Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; the pool may close in bad weather
- •Limited to staying guests and day visitors on a plan that includes the pool
- •The season generally follows the summer school holidays, from late July to August 31, varying by year
- •For reference, the rates in JTB's listing are 300 yen for adults, 200 yen for elementary school children and 100 yen for children ages 3 and up who have not yet started elementary school; these apply to standalone use outside a plan
Kids Room (main building, 5th floor)
Kids Room (main building, 5th floor)
An indoor recreation facility inside the playroom on the 5th floor of the main building, stocked with a range of play equipment for children, including a slide and toys.
- •Hours start at 3 p.m.; please check the closing time at the front desk
- •Please check availability at the front desk before use
Baby and kids' items available to borrow
Baby and kids' items available to borrow
Amenities included in the basic rate: baby wipes, baby soap, towels, bath towels, children's yukata (90/100/120/140 cm) and slippers. Available on request, in limited quantities and with advance notice: diapers (S/M/L), ready-made baby food (for ages 5-12 months), a diaper bin, a crib, a bed guard, a humidifier, an air purifier and baby soap.
- checkBaby wipes (included in the basic rate)
- checkBaby soap (included in the basic rate)
- checkChildren's yukata (extra small 90 cm / small 100 cm / medium 120 cm / large 140 cm; included in the basic rate)
- checkTowels, bath towels and slippers (included in the basic rate)
- checkDiapers in S/M/L (on request, limited quantities)
- checkReady-made baby food for ages 5-12 months (on request, limited quantities)
- checkDiaper bin (on request)
- checkCrib (on request)
- checkBed guard (on request)
- checkBaby chairs and children's chairs
- checkStroller available to borrow (free of charge, per JTB's listing)
Baby lunch and kids' menu
Baby lunch and kids' menu
Alongside the Japanese and Western buffet at Buffet Restaurant Sakura, a baby lunch for ages 1-3 can be prepared with advance reservation. The 9 major allergens (egg, shrimp, crab, buckwheat, milk, peanut, wheat, walnut and cashew nut) are labeled in the buffet hall. Baby chairs and children's chairs are available.
- •The baby lunch (for ages 1-3) requires advance reservation; see the cuisine page of the official website
- •The 9 major allergens can be checked on the labels for the buffet dishes
- •The kaiseki and gozen (tiered-box) meal plans can also accommodate allergies if you tell the ryokan when booking (tel: 089-977-1111)
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Overview
Okudogo Ichiyunomori is a hot-spring ryokan surrounded by the nature of Okudogo, about 10 minutes by car from in front of Dogo Onsen Station. Its highlights are Suimei no Yu, one of the largest open-air baths in western Japan, with 7 types of tubs each for men and women, and 5 private-hire open-air baths, each with its own character, available for a fee. In summer, a garden pool of cold-spring water opens with 2 depths, 60 cm and 90 cm, and the restaurant can also prepare a baby lunch for ages 1-3 with advance reservation.
A hot-spring ryokan wrapped in the nature of Okudogo, about 10 minutes by car from in front of Dogo Onsen Station. At its heart is Suimei no Yu, one of the largest open-air baths in western Japan, covering a site of about 1,508 sq m. In this spacious setting, where 7 types of tubs each for men and women are laid out side by side, you can soak in alkaline simple sulfur spring water (pH 9.4) flowing directly from the source, with an output of 400 liters per minute.
Baths and Onsen
Yunose, on basement level 1 of the main building, adds 5 private-hire open-air baths, each with its own character, including a rock bath, a stone bath and a cypress bath. They are available for a fee (4,400 yen per bath for 45 minutes, with extensions at 1,100 yen per 30 minutes), and there is a footbath terrace as well. On the 1st floor there are also special guest rooms with a riverbed-style open-air bath, so families with babies can enjoy the onsen without worrying about other guests.
Pool
The summer-only garden pool is a cold-spring pool, a rarity even nationwide. It comes in 2 depths, 60 cm and 90 cm, designed so that small children can play easily. The Kids Room, inside the playroom on the 5th floor of the main building (open from 3 p.m.; check the closing time at the front desk), is stocked with a slide and toys, making rainy days and evening hours easier to fill.
Dining
Meals center on the Japanese and Western buffet at Buffet Restaurant Sakura, and a baby lunch (for ages 1-3) can also be prepared with advance reservation. The 9 major allergens are labeled, and the kaiseki and gozen (tiered-box) meal plans can accommodate allergies as well if you note this when booking. There are 152 guest rooms, including Japanese-style tatami rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, Western-style rooms and special rooms with a riverbed-style open-air bath; the Japanese-Western rooms with a massage chair are fitted with a low bed.
Baby and Kids Services
Baby wipes, baby soap, children's yukata (4 sizes: 90/100/120/140 cm) and slippers are provided as standard amenities for families with children. Available on request are diapers (S/M/L), ready-made baby food (for ages 5-12 months), a diaper bin, a crib, a bed guard, a humidifier and an air purifier. Stay plans aimed at families with babies, such as the Family Baby Trip x 6 Benefits plan, are also offered.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 267 Suemachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 791-0122 |
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| directions_carAccess | [By car] About 30 minutes via Route 11 from Kawauchi IC on the Matsuyama Expressway, or about 30 minutes via Route 317 from Imabari IC on the Shimanami Kaido. [Train plus shuttle] From JR Matsuyama Station or Matsuyama-shi Station, take the tram to Dogo Onsen Station (about 30 minutes), then the free shuttle bus from Dogo Onsen Station (for staying guests only). [Airport] About 40 minutes by airport bus from Matsuyama Airport to Dogo Onsen Station, then the free shuttle bus. Day visitors can take Iyotetsu Bus route 52 (Matsuyama Airport Line) from Dogo Onsen Station, get off at Yunomoto and walk 2-3 minutes. By taxi: 25 minutes from JR Matsuyama Station, 21 minutes from Matsuyama-shi Station, 10 minutes from Dogo Onsen Station, and 37 minutes from Matsuyama Airport. Parking: free for 300 cars, first-come, first-served. |
| trainNearest station | Matsuyama (Ehime) |
| local_parkingParking | Free parking for 300 cars, on a first-come, first-served basis. |
| callPhone | +81-89-977-1111 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UC, DC, NICOS, Mastercard, Saison, JACCS |
| languageOfficial site | https://www.okudogo.co.jp/open_in_new |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What ages is Okudogo Ichiyunomori best suited to?
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It has facilities that work especially well for babies and toddlers (ages 0 to 2) and children aged 3 and over. There is no age limit, and families with children of any age can stay.
Does Okudogo Ichiyunomori have baby beds?
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Baby beds are available to rent. See the Kids Facilities section on this page for details.
Is there parking at Okudogo Ichiyunomori?
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Parking: Free parking for 300 cars, on a first-come, first-served basis.
How do you get to Okudogo Ichiyunomori?
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[By car] About 30 minutes via Route 11 from Kawauchi IC on the Matsuyama Expressway, or about 30 minutes via Route 317 from Imabari IC on the Shimanami Kaido. [Train plus shuttle] From JR Matsuyama Station or Matsuyama-shi Station, take the tram to Dogo Onsen Station (about 30 minutes), then the free shuttle bus from Dogo Onsen Station (for staying guests only). [Airport] About 40 minutes by airport bus from Matsuyama Airport to Dogo Onsen Station, then the free shuttle bus. Day visitors can take Iyotetsu Bus route 52 (Matsuyama Airport Line) from Dogo Onsen Station, get off at Yunomoto and walk 2-3 minutes. By taxi: 25 minutes from JR Matsuyama Station, 21 minutes from Matsuyama-shi Station, 10 minutes from Dogo Onsen Station, and 37 minutes from Matsuyama Airport. Parking: free for 300 cars, first-come, first-served.
Can our children co-sleep, and what are the children's rates?
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Co-sleeping is available for up to 3 children. For infants and toddlers ages 0 to 2, there is no charge with no meals and no bedding; the rate with meals is 3,300 yen, and with meals but no bedding it is 2,200 yen.
Can we borrow baby items?
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Baby items such as cribs, bed guards, diaper bins and baby soap are available to borrow.
Is there a shuttle bus for staying guests?
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There is a free shuttle bus from Dogo Onsen Station for staying guests only. It leaves Dogo Onsen Station at 3 p.m., 4 p.m., 5 p.m. and 6 p.m., and leaves Ichiyunomori at 3:40 p.m., 4:40 p.m. and 5:40 p.m. No reservation is needed, and seats are first-come, first-served.
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