Kita no Tamayura Soen (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Kita no Tamayura Soen?
What makes it 61% Kids-Friendly: Kids up to 12 pay only ¥140 and can enter the gentler nuruyu pool, yet parents must split by gender, there is no family bath or play area, and staff provide no child-specific safety features.
Positives:
- Kids under 5 enter free: One child age 0–5 enters at no charge, making it budget-friendly for families.
- Gentle water options: The nuruyu pool helps young kids stay comfortable in warm water.
- On-site lockers and rest areas: Coin-return lockers and a large tatami lounge let you store bags and relax together.
Challenges:
- Gender-segregated nude baths: Parents and children must separate by gender, so plan mother/daughter and father/son times.
- No private family onsen: You cannot bathe together as a full family group; there’s no private rental bath.
- Limited baby facilities: Check diaper-changing or nursing room availability by calling +81-11-6112683.
What is Kita no Tamayura Soen?
- A public bathhouse and onsen complex situated in Sapporo’s Soen district
- Indoor and open-air hot spring baths fed by local geothermal water, featuring cypress-wood and stone rotenburo
- Auxiliary facilities include dry saunas, relaxation lounges, professional massages and an on-site restaurant
What is so special about Kita no Tamayura Soen for with kids?
- Open-air cypress and stone baths with city views
- Gentle lukewarm pool perfect for ages 3–12
- Child-friendly meals and spacious dining area
- Free entry for children under five
- Relaxing tatami lounge with reclining chairs
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 days
Why 1-2 days visit duration is ideal for with kids: Plan a morning and an evening soak and leave time for meals and rest lounges without rushing.
Kids-Friendly Activities in Kita no Tamayura Soen
Enjoy the outdoor hinoki bath:
Soak in the cypress-wood open-air bath under the sky.
Tip: Visit just before sunset for a family photo with warm steam and city views.
Try the lukewarm nuruyu pool:
Let children ease into the water in the gentle temperature pool.
Tip: Bring floaties or child swimwear to help kids feel secure.
Dine at the on-site restaurant:
Order rice bowls, noodles and kid-friendly meals in the spacious dining area.
Tip: Go right when the baths close to beat the dinner crowd and get fresh hot dishes.
Relax in the tatami lounge:
Unwind on reclining chairs and tatami mats after bathing.
Tip: Reserve reclining seats early for a post-bath nap or story time with your kids.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Kita no Tamayura Soen
- Bring your own towels: Pack towels from your hotel to skip rental fees and save about ¥450 per person.
- Visit off-peak: Arrive on a weekday morning to enjoy baths with fewer guests and quieter dining.
- Use the stamp card: Pick up a stamp card at reception—the 10th visit is free for regular returns.
Reviews of Kita no Tamayura Soen
Daren Rahal
going to local sento's is a hobby of mine. like others, this one is packed with locals, traditional and has all the features would expect. went here half dozen times and had struggled to figure out how to get my haircut in town as most places seemed to require advance booking but here i walked in and got a great cut on spot for fraction of price elsewhere
Dave Cudworth
I am new to the onsen experience and have visited Japan twice. My first onsen experience was in Tokyo on my second trip where I hooked up with a friend who has settled in Tokyo and he taught me the ropes. I went to this one in Hokkaido on my own and it was standard procedure, so this is for those not familiar with the onsen experience and is perhaps a complete novice. I hope it helps. 1. Take ...
Shawn Lee
Visited this sento place on a weekday at around 3pm and it was quite crowded already. Carpark is not very big and thus it’s easily full, those that drive here do take note. Facilities are good and modern, to rent a bathing towel costs 250yen and to rent a smaller towel it costs 150yen. Admission into the place is 450 or 480yen if im not wrong, it’s cheap. There’s indoor and outdoor bathing area ...
J Sanda
440 Yen 7am to 1am. The restaurant provide Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with reasonable price. Onsen is nice and outdoor, Sauna too.
Sin Hsin
We went on a Saturday night from 22:00 to 23:30pm and it was very crowded. We paid for towels (small + big) only since everything was provided inside. (Shampoo...etc) You have to order from the machine first before you enter, there’s no english instruction on the machine so if you don’t understand anything ask the reception for help, they are friendly. The environment is very clean and even there’...
When is the best time to visit Kita no Tamayura Soen (Sapporo, Japan)?
Winter: soak outdoors while snow falls around you. Summer: enjoy late-night baths when temperatures cool. Autumn: watch red maples from the rotenburo.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 2 adult admissions (440 yen×2) | JPY 880 |
| 1 child admission (6–12 yrs, 140 yen) | JPY 140 |
| Towel rentals (face ¥200×4 + bath ¥250×4) | JPY 1,800 |
| Meals (¥650×4) | JPY 2,600 |
| Total Estimated | JPY 5,420 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Japan, 〒060-0011 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Kita 11 Jōnishi, 16-chōme−１−３４
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