Shochiku Onsen

Matsuzaka Yuya stands out as the premier onsen hotel, offering private open-air baths and traditional Japanese rooms with forest views. Located just a 3-minute walk from the main hot spring pools, it provides round-the-clock shuttle service to nearby cultural spots in Kobe. For the best experience, book early to secure a room with an exclusive private onsen bath—a must-try for authentic Japanese relaxation.

Matsuzaka Yuya features spacious family rooms equipped with child-friendly amenities including bathrobes and safety railings around onsen pools. The hotel also offers a small indoor play area and hands-on tea ceremony workshops for kids, fostering cultural engagement. Just a 5-minute walk leads to scenic nature trails in Kobe’s Kishu region—perfect for family strolls amid lush greenery and tranquil mountain air.

Matsuzaka Yuya hosts a nightly event called "Moonlight Onsen Talk," where guests enjoy seasonal matcha desserts and live shamisen music in private outdoor baths. Limited to 10 groups, this intimate experience requires advance HopeGoo. Additionally, the hotel offers a nighttime illuminated trail tour, guiding visitors through the mountain path to witness the serene interplay of stars, mist, and warm springs—an unforgettable sensory journey under the night sky.