Yes, Ebisuya Onsen allows guests with tattoos without restrictions.
Nestled in the misty mountains of Myoban, Ebisuya Onsen stands as a testament to Japan's enduring bathing traditions, having soothed visitors with its therapeutic waters for over 143 years. This family-operated gem offers something increasingly precious in Japan—a completely tattoo-friendly bathing experience where your body art is welcomed rather than questioned. With its dual-spring system providing both sulfur-rich and magnesium-infused waters, Ebisuya delivers healing benefits that have attracted bathers since the Meiji era, while maintaining the warm hospitality that makes every visitor—inked or not—feel like part of the Ebisuya family.
Fully Tattoo-Friendly: Ebisuya Onsen welcomes tattooed guests without any restrictions in both public and private baths, with no requirements for coverage or advance notification—your art is treated as exactly what it is: a part of you.
- Dual Healing Waters: Experience both sulfur springs known for skin rejuvenation and magnesium-rich baths that soothe muscle pain
- Fully Tattoo-Friendly Experience: No awkward moments or coverage requirements—your tattoos are completely welcome in all bathing areas
- Multi-Generational Family Business: Benefit from 143 years of bathing expertise passed down through five generations
- Panoramic Setting: Enjoy breathtaking views of Beppu Bay and forested mountainsides from open-air baths
- Wellness Beyond Bathing: Complement your soak with meditation spaces, germanium baths, and traditional massage techniques
- Cultural Authenticity: Experience a genuine part of Beppu's "Hatto" eight hot spring regions without modern commercial development
Onsen Facilities & Amenities
Bathing Experience & Onsen Etiquette
Stepping into Ebisuya's baths is like entering a different era—one where time slows and healing is prioritized. The onsen's unique alternating system gives different genders access to its two distinctive bathing floors on alternating days, ensuring everyone experiences the full range of therapeutic waters. The first floor showcases milky blue-white sulfur springs (40-44°C) in cedar-lined outdoor baths where the distinctive volcanic aroma signals the water's high mineral content. The second floor features clearer magnesium-rich waters (38-42°C) in both indoor stone baths and cave-style outdoor pools.
The sulfur-rich waters are celebrated for their ability to increase blood circulation, treat skin conditions, and relieve chronic fatigue, while the magnesium baths excel at easing muscle tension, reducing inflammation, and calming the nervous system. Many visitors report that alternating between the two water types creates a holistic healing experience that continues well beyond their visit.
Prices & Ticket Options
- Public Bath Access: ¥1,200 per adult
- Children (Ages 6-12): ¥600
- Private Bath Rental: ¥2,000 for 45 minutes (standard bath)
- Premium Private Bath: ¥4,000 for 60 minutes (mountain view bath)
- Massage Services: Starting from ¥3,000 for 30 minutes
- Towel Rental: ¥200 for bath towel, ¥100 for hand towel
Booking & Contact Information
Reservations for private baths are highly recommended, especially during weekends and holidays, while public bath access is generally available for walk-ins. The friendly staff are accustomed to international visitors and can accommodate basic English inquiries.
🌐 Website: www.e-ebisu.biz/english.php
📞 Phone: +81 977-67-5858
📍 Address: 4 Kumi, Myoban, Beppu, Oita Prefecture 874-0043, Japan
Opening Hours
- Monday: 10:00 – 21:00
- Tuesday: 10:00 – 21:00
- Wednesday: 10:00 – 21:00
- Thursday: 10:00 – 21:00
- Friday: 10:00 – 21:00
- Saturday: 10:00 – 21:00
- Sunday: 10:00 – 21:00
Guest Reviews from Tattooed Travellers
Lovely onsen! Tattoos are fine in the public baths. Definitely go when it’s first-floor for your own gender. For women, those are even days. There is a rock bath too, which is kind of like a dry sauna in a bath robe. Family baths are in the building next door but can have a wait time if you visit on weekends. Would suggest this spot if visiting Beppu with limited time (but expect to be relaxing here for 2 hours).
Beautiful place. I came during summer, on Thursday morning, and it felt like it's just few of us in the entire building. Today men were at 1st floor, so I've tried 2 outdoor pools and one cedar wood indoor pool with bubbles. The water quality is also pretty good, I personally like a bit of sulphur in the water, it's good for the skin. And it's a tattoo friendly place too. Highly recommend to everyone.
✈️ From Oita Airport: 50-minute taxi (approximately ¥8,000) or airport limousine bus to Beppu Station + local transport
🚆 From Beppu Station: 10-minute taxi ride (approximately ¥1,500) or 30-minute local bus ride
🚌 Public Transit: Take Kamenoi Bus routes 5, 24, or 41 to Myoban Bus Stop → 🚶 3-minute walk uphill
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