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Chiba · Yoro Valley Onsen

Yoro Valley Goriyaku-no-yu

養老渓谷 ごりやくの湯

A day-use-only onsen on the Otaki side of Yoro Valley on the Boso Peninsula, near Awamata Falls. A rotenburo looking over wooded hills and a timber indoor bath hold the dark-tinted alkaline water typical of Boso. Popular after hikes and waterfall walks; towel and robe rental mean you can come empty-handed. Closes early at 18:00; Wednesdays off.

Essentials

Price (adult)
¥1,200
Hours
10:00–18:00(last entry 17:00)
Closed
Wed (shifted if a holiday)
Access
Bus from Yoro-Keikoku Station (Kominato Railway) to Awamata-no-taki, then 10 min walk
Water type
Alkaline simple
Tattoos
Ask ahead
Phone
0470-85-0056
Official site
www.goriyakunoyu.jp ↗
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Compare and book stays in Yoro Valley Onsen. Day bathing itself needs no booking.

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Why go

  • Near Awamata Falls
  • Boso's dark alkaline water
  • Towel and robe rental

Before you go

  • No official tattoo policy is published — ask at reception.
  • Last entry is 30–60 minutes before closing.

Features

Amenities

LockersTowel rentalLoungewearRest areaDiningParking

✔ Verified operating: 2026-09 jimoharu(公式 2026-09-16 確認)

Prices and hours change. Check official sources before visiting.

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