#jappy // DHC Akazawa Day Onsen House
Japanese hot spring, known as onsen has always been one of my favourite activities in Japan. Tried the Korean jjimjilbang 찐질방 and public hotspring in Taiwan but nothing beats the Japanese onsen, especially the outdoor ones. Initially I thought there won't be time for onsen this time since it's a Tokyo city tour trip, but as soon as I read about DHC Akazawa Day Onsen House, again, I knew I had to go.
So let's say bye to Kawazu and head to 伊豆高原 Izu Kogen Station! Go go~
Btw, most stations has their stamp so if you're interested to collect them, just ask the railway staff in the station! I think Neko might be the mascot of Izu prefecture or just the Izu Kyoko Line coz all stamps were based on the cat and the whole train has lots of kawaii cat wallpaper!
DHC Akazawa Day Onsen House 赤沢日帰り温泉館
Source: https://top.dhc.co.jp/akazawa/onsenkan/
赤沢日帰り温泉館 is run by DHC, a Japanese cosmetic company, providing onsen facility at an
affordable price. This view is why I die die want to go for their onsen. Their open-air bath with first-class view of the sea. When you dip into the bath, the bath seems to be connected to the sea, providing the effect of an unlimited pool. Imagine dipping in the hot bath but cold wind blowing on you, that feeling is just amazing!
The entrance.
First thing you see, the shoe locker.
My new boots!
On your left, the vending machine to purchase the ticket for public bath.
I think it was 1600 yen per entry on a weekend.
It is an absolute no-no to use camera inside so no more photos. Plus I would want to enjoy my time in there. The 1st floor (ground floor) also has a restaurant and an omiyage corner where you can purchase Izu products and some DHC products. 2nd floor is where the resting area is, with drinks and ice cream vending machines.
The 3rd and 4th floor are used alternatively for the men and women public bath. The women bath was on the 3rd floor on that day that we went. There are lockers inside for you to store valuables, shelves and basket to place your clothing and a vanity section to use after your bath. There is no need to bring anything else because all toiletries will be provided, from towels, shower caps to all DHC beauty product to take care of your skin and hair.
After you leave the dry area, you will step into the world of onsen.
Oh ya, I forgot to mention that you have to take everything off in the locker area - fully naked. You only bring along a small hand towel with you!
First, go and take a shower to clean yourself before entering the bath. I'll normally start with a dip in the indoor pool before heading outside.
My fav outdoor onsen!
How to get there
Get off at Izu Kogen station and catch the free shuttle bus. It takes roughly 10- 15 minutes to get there. There are two exits at the station, walk towards the one with many restaurants (or simply ask the railway staff) where you can find shuttle buses offered by a few different hotels or ryokan, Be sure to take the bus offered by DHC and let the driver know that you're heading to DHC Akazawa Onsen.
Visit https://top.dhc.co.jp/akazawa/onsenkan for more information!
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