As summer approaches, the air in Kinosaki Onsen gradually becomes softer.
The wind blows through the row of willow trees.
The sound of wooden clogs echoes at dusk.
The sound of laughter from people strolling around in yukata.
The charm of Kinosaki Onsen in summer lies in the fact that it's lively yet somehow time seems to flow at a leisurely pace.

Since it's a special hot spring trip, you'll want to enjoy some "doing nothing" rather than packing your schedule full.
A perfect place for such a trip is the small inn "Kokoro no Yado Mikuniya" in Kinosaki Onsen.

Founded in 1864.
The three-story wooden building has a nostalgic feel, and there's a tranquility there that you won't find in larger inns.

There are a total of 11 guest rooms.
As you listen to the sounds of footsteps on the stairs and feel the atmosphere of the old-fashioned wooden house's corridors, your mind naturally begins to relax.

One of the joys of visiting Kinosaki Onsen in the summer is, of course, strolling around the public baths while wearing a yukata (traditional Japanese summer kimono).

Take a bath before dinner.
I took another bath while strolling through the hot spring town at dusk.
Taking a stroll along the river with a cold drink in hand after a bath is something you can only enjoy at this time of year.

As night falls, the air in Kinosaki becomes even calmer.
The sight of the lantern light reflecting on the river surface and the willow trees swaying gently is so captivating that you can't help but stop and admire it.

It's less about "sightseeing" and more about "a journey to soak up the atmosphere."

That kind of lifestyle suits Kinosaki Onsen perfectly before the peak of summer.

At Mikuniya, you can not only enjoy visiting the public hot springs, but also use the private baths within the inn as many times as you like, free of charge.

After returning from the outdoor bath, it's a time to relax and soak in the hot springs without having to worry about anyone else.
Taking a deep breath amidst the gentle steam, the hustle and bustle of everyday life seems to fade away a little.

For dinner, we offer a variety of meal plans featuring Tajima beef and seasonal delicacies.
Enjoying a leisurely meal with family in your room is also one of the pleasures of traveling.

If you wake up a little early in the morning, I recommend taking a stroll through the hot spring town before it gets too crowded.

Kinosaki is very quiet on summer mornings.
Just listening to the babbling of the river and watching the willows swaying gently somehow calms my mind.

Kinosaki Onsen has a charm that is different from luxury or flashiness.

Walking around in a yukata.
To soak in hot water.
Feeling the seasonal breeze.

It's a place where simple moments like these can soothe your soul.

Take a break from your daily routine in this pleasant weather before the peak of summer.
Why not spend a memorable trip to Kinosaki Onsen at "Kokoro no Yado Mikuniya"?