Take a breather in front of Izu-Itamikawa Station. How to enjoy the footbath at Yunohana Paaak
Yunohana Paa-ku Senten Ashiyu is a hot spring-themed park located just outside of Izu-Atugawa Station on the Izu Kyuko Line, where you can stop by at the start of or between trips. The park features a 7-meter-high wooden tower, a hot spring museum where visitors can learn about the history and structure of hot springs, and a hot spring footbath. In addition to its excellent location in front of the station, the park is barrier-free, with sloped sidewalks and restrooms, making it safe for seniors and first-time visitors to Higashi Izu. This is the perfect place for a commemorative trip for a couple or three generations of parents and children.
Places to visit and how to spend your time
- Refresh yourself at the footbath in front of the station: available free of charge from 9:30 to 17:00. Soothe your feet from the fatigue of traveling and feel light on your feet for your next sightseeing tour. It is convenient to bring a small towel.
- 7-meter wooden staircase: Take a commemorative photo with the typical hot spring town scenery in the background. A great way to create memories of your trip as a couple.
- Onsen Museum: Introduces the culture and structure of Izu's hot springs in an easy-to-understand manner. Even first-time visitors can deepen their understanding of the area and enjoy a stroll around the neighborhood.
Access and Travel Tips
- Access: In front of "Izu Atokawa Station" on the Izu Kyuko Line. There is no parking lot. If you are driving, use the parking lot of the inn and visit on foot, or use public transportation in combination.
- Example of a round trip plan (2 days 1 night): On the first day, switch off your trip with a footbath after arriving at the station, learn about hot springs at the Onsen Shiryokan, and then go to an inn in Atugawa Onsen. The next day, drive or take a train to the Izu Peninsula and the surrounding areas of Fuji with its spectacular scenery and places of interest, making this a fulfilling trip for couples in their 60s and 70s without strain.
- Information Gathering: Check the official websites of tourist associations and pamphlets for the latest information in advance. If you are interested in the area after seeing it on TV or the web, you can rest assured that it is located in front of the station with easy access to the local flow line.
Recommended for
- Those who want to enjoy their first visit to Higashi-Izu and Atugawa Onsen easily.
- Couples looking for a spot to refresh themselves between trips for a commemorative trip.
- Families of three generations who value a safe stopover with few steps and restrooms.
Facility Information
- Name: Yunohana Paaak Souce-of-spring Footbath
- Address: Atokawa, Higashi Izu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Tel: 0557-23-0174 (Atugawa Onsen Ryokan Association)
- Hours: 9:00-17:00 (footbath and making eggs from the spring water 9:30-17:00)
- Fee: Free (purchase of eggs is required for making eggs from the spring water)
- Access: In front of Izu-Izatogawa Station on the Izu Kyuko Line
- Parking: No parking (coin parking available nearby)
- Official website: http://www.atagawa.net/
From the moment you get off the station, you will be enveloped in a hot spring atmosphere, a healing spot full of Atugawa's character. Before your next appointment, why not start by tasting the blessings of the hot spring from the feet up?
