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Takanoko no Yu

たかのこの湯たかのこのゆ

Bathing Complex
Shikoku·Ehime

Day Use

Yes
05:00–01:00

Last entry 00:00

¥800

¥800 on weekdays and ¥850 on weekends (¥600 from 05:00 to 10:00 and ¥650 after 21:00)

Bathing & Water

Natural onsen water

Uses natural hot spring water

Outdoor BathYes

Open-air outdoor bath

Indoor BathYes

Enclosed indoor bathing area

SaunaYes

Sauna room of any kind

Cold BathYes

Cold water plunge bath, typically used after sauna

Bathing Arrangements

Mixed BathingNo

Shared bathing area for all genders

Policies & Services

TattooNo

Allows entry with visible tattoos

Tattoos (including small ones) not allowed, no cover-up/sticker exception mentioned.

KidsYes

Welcomes children and families

DiningYes

Restaurant or dining open to visitors (not just hotel meal plans)

WashingYes

Shower, wash stations, soap and shampoo provided

TowelsYes

Towels available to rent or borrow

Rest AreaYes

Relaxation space for after bathing

ParkingYes

On-site or nearby parking available

Water treatment

Treated and recirculated
from Article 18 disclosure
  • Added water
    Yes
  • Reheated
    No
  • Recirculated
    Yes
  • Disinfected
    Yes
    塩素系薬剤
  • Bath additives
    No

鷹子温泉4号温泉

Takanoko Onsen No. 4 Spring
Simple

Sodium Bicarbonate-Chloride spring

Hot source · 47°CTop-decile alkaline
Composition fingerprint0.5 g/kg dissolved · Hypotonic
Na⁺98
HCO₃⁻46
Cl⁻39
CationsAnions
Sodium Na⁺
salt's cation — pairs with chloride to make the water salty.
Bicarbonate HCO₃⁻
"soda" — softens skin, leaves it smooth.
Known good for
  • Aches & jointsstiff shoulders
  • Smooth skindry, rough skin
  • Recoveryfatigue, stress

Posted as the facility's newer source, Takanoko Onsen No. 4 Spring delivers gentle alkaline simple thermal water — lightly mineralized, easy on the body, and squarely in Japan's beauty-water family with its slippery, skin-smoothing alkaline feel. The posted notice lists chronic muscle and joint pain alongside the signature simple-spring indications of autonomic instability, insomnia and depressed mood. Because the source runs hot at the wellhead, the disclosure says the water is diluted to a comfortable bathing temperature and served with recirculation-filtration and chlorine-based disinfection, feeding the main bath, electric bath and walking bath.

Analyzed Dec 9, 2021·愛媛県立衛生環境研究所

Explore the water

Highlights

Electric Bath
Jet Bath
Steam Sauna

Programs

About

Takanokono Yu in Ehime offers several pools including an electric bath with arm rests for a unique experience. The hot spring water provides relief after mountain walks, and the facility is conveniently connected to a hotel for guest access.

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Sergey M
7 months ago· edited

745. Takanokono Hot Spring, Matsuyama A super sento with onsen water. The price is ¥800 on weekdays and ¥850 on weekends (¥600 from 05:00 to 10:00 and ¥650 after 21:00). The stated hours are 05:00 to 01:00. There is a restaurant, a shop, massage, and rest areas. Toreco cards are issued for the onsen. I could not find suitable photos of the baths online, and on the official site they are very small and plain. 1. Indoor area. Breathing inside is fine, but there is a strong chlorine smell. It is not really noticeable from the water, only in the building. 1.1. A walk-through deep bath with clear water, temperature 37.5. 1.2. Main oval bath. The water is clear, temperature 41.5. 1.3. Small bath with clear water, temperature 37.5. 1.4. Semi-open tent sauna. 1.5. Two electric baths. 2. Passage. 2.1. Sauna. 2.2. Cold bath. 3. Outdoor area. No view. 3.1. Wooden egg-shaped sauna, open until 20:00. 3.2. Rectangular bath with clear water. Temperature 43. 07.01.2026

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Last updated July 22, 2026