Kita no Tamayura Soen (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Kita no Tamayura Soen?
What makes it 83% Solo-Friendly: A solo guest can enjoy indoor and open-air baths, two saunas, early-morning quiet hours, low 440-yen fee, massage services, and a nap lounge, so personal relaxation here is very convenient and rewarding.
Positives:
- Loyalty rewards: Use the free stamp card to earn a free entry after 10 visits.
- Quiet early hours: Solo travelers can enjoy near-private baths by arriving at opening.
Challenges:
- Nude bathing: Onsen is gender-separated and requires full nudity, which may feel awkward at first.
- Language barrier: Signage and staff instructions are mostly in Japanese; basic phrases help.
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 solo trip?
- Enjoy nearly private soaks by arriving at 7:00 AM
- Experience deep rest in the salt sauna and sleeping bath
- Earn a free visit with the complimentary stamp card
- Relax further on low-cost massage chairs and casual meals
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 days
Why 1-2 days visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Allows you to try both early-morning and evening baths plus relaxation extras without rush.
Solo-Friendly Activities in Kita no Tamayura Soen
Early-morning onsen soak:
Enter at 7:00 AM to bathe before crowds arrive.
Tip: Bring your own towel or rent one at reception to save bag space.
Salt sauna & sleeping bath:
Alternate between the salt sauna and the flat hot-water lounge for a quiet recharge.
Tip: Use the reclining mats in the sleeping bath to fully relax muscles.
Stamp card collection:
Pick up a free stamp card at reception and collect a stamp each visit.
Tip: Plan visits over 1–2 days—your 10th entry is free.
Anma-ō massage chairs:
Spend 15 minutes in the massage chairs to ease tension.
Tip: Pay ¥200 in coins and adjust the intensity using the control panel.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Kita no Tamayura Soen
- Arrive at opening: Get there at 7:00 AM to secure your spot before peak times.
- Carry 100-yen coins: Use them for lockers, massage chairs, and towel rentals without fumbling for change.
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)?
In winter, steam from the open-air baths contrasts with fresh snow for a striking view. In summer, the courtyard greenery offers a cool, calm atmosphere after your soak.
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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Admission (13+) | JPY 440 |
| Towel rental (face & bath) | JPY 450 |
| Meal & drink | JPY 800 |
| Massage chair | JPY 200 |
| Total Estimated | JPY 1,890 |
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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Map of Kita no Tamayura Soen
Address: Japan, 〒060-0011 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Kita 11 Jōnishi, 16-chōme−１−３４
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