Located in the Minato Ward of Osaka, Solaniwa onsen Osaka bay tower is less than a 5-minute walk from the nearest subway station, Bentencho Station. It is situated right next to the OSAKA BAY TOWER shopping mall, making it an ideal destination for a full-day itinerary of shopping and relaxation.
With its wide variety of scenic designs, activities, and the option to change into traditional yukatas, this hot spring theme park is a highly recommended attraction in Osaka. This article will introduce the transportation, ticketing, and facilities of Solaniwa Onsen. If you are interested in this popular Osaka spot, keep reading!
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How to Get to Solaniwa Onsen
Take the red Osaka Loop Line and get off at Bentencho Station. There are clear signs along the way to guide you, making it very easy to reach Solaniwa onsen Osaka bay tower.
Discount Pass Combinations:
📌 JR PASS | Kansai Wide Area Pass | eMCO E-ticket: KKday｜Klook
📌 JR Pass for Whole Japan: Klook
📌 Keihan Railway | Kyoto-Osaka Sightseeing Pass (1 or 2 Days): Klook
Solaniwa Onsen Tickets
The on-site ticket prices for Solaniwa onsen Osaka bay tower are shown in the image below. Entry after 17:00 offers a 20% discount. Please note that this price only covers the admission and standard hot spring access. Additional services such as Ganban-yoku (stone sauna), fish spa, dining, and massages require extra fees. For detailed pricing on specific items, please refer to the official website.
However, I highly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance. Booking through online platforms like KKday or Klook is usually nearly $3.10 USD, cheaper than buying them at the door!
📌 Solaniwa Onsen Ticket Booking: KKday、Klook
Experience at Solaniwa Onsen
Upon entering Solaniwa onsen Osaka bay tower, the reception staff will provide detailed guidance. After storing your shoes in the lockers, you will proceed to the check-in counter. Everyone receives a wristband (which also serves as your locker key). All additional expenses within the facility are charged by scanning this wristband, and you settle the total bill upon exit. You don’t have to worry about carrying your wallet around.
If you purchased tickets through KKday or Klook, simply show your QR Code to the staff. Each person receives a set of towels (one large, one small), a small carry bag, and can choose a yukata. There are over 5 different patterns and belts for both men and women, available in various sizes. Once you’ve chosen your favorite yukata, you can head to the locker room to change. While you must wear special attire for the stone sauna, yukatas are required for most other areas; you are not permitted to wear your own clothes inside the facility.
Facilities Overview
The facility spans from the 2nd to the 5th floor, each offering different amenities. You can find the detailed map below, and I will highlight some of the key areas next!
Gender-Segregated Communal Baths
The main attraction of Solaniwa onsen Osaka bay tower is, of course, the hot springs. There are approximately 9 different types of baths in both the men’s and women’s sections. These baths are designed to help with neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, bruises, hemorrhoids, poor circulation, and fatigue. Beyond the therapeutic effects of the water, the surrounding scenery is breathtaking—from large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a Japanese garden to outdoor stone-rimmed pools that provide a truly refreshing atmosphere.
Sky Garden (Tenku Garden)
The spacious Sky Garden is a must-visit. With its small bridges, flowing water, Senbon Torii gates, foot baths, and a small shrine, every corner is perfect for photos when you’re in your yukata. There are even cute toys in the foot baths, making it super fun. I recommend visiting the tea house next to the Sky Garden to borrow a lantern (for free); taking photos with a lantern in the garden at night is a dream for any photographer!
Relaxation Lounge
This area is a bit hidden, located up a small staircase next to the stone sauna section. It features a vast collection of manga and large sofa chairs. While the manga is in Japanese, the sofa chairs come with individual reading lights, making it an incredibly comfortable place to nap or browse your phone.
Shopping & Dining Street
If you’re hungry, head to the restaurant area. Once seated, servers will provide menus offering various classic Japanese dishes at reasonable prices. After a long soak, having a hot pot with a cold beer is pure bliss! Beyond the restaurants, there are arched bridges, small torii gates, shrines, and a game area to enjoy. We found the food quality to be quite good, and that post-onsen beer was definitely a highlight.
Private Hot Spring Baths
For families or couples seeking more privacy, I recommend renting a “Private Hot Spring Bath.” While the price is higher, it provides your own private lounge and garden space. It is well worth it if you value atmosphere and privacy. Detailed pricing and room types can be found on the official website.
That concludes my introduction to the popular Solaniwa onsen Osaka bay tower. If it’s your first time or one of your first few trips to Japan, I highly recommend visiting.
Renting a kimono or yukata elsewhere can be quite expensive, but here it is included in your ticket. With so many thoughtfully designed spots, the admission fee of around $15.60 USD is definitely great value for money.
Check some hot tours in Osaka：
📌 Universal Studios Japan Tickets | Osaka (Official Partner): KKday｜Klook
📌 OSAKA AMAZING PASS (1 or 2 Days) | E-ticket: KKday｜Klook
📌 HARUKAS 300 Observatory Tickets | Abeno Harukas: KKday｜Klook
📌 Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan Tickets: Klook
📌 Kansai Airport KIX | Airport Express HARUKA Tickets: KKday｜Klook
📌 Kansai Airport | Nankai Electric Railway Limited Express Rapi:t Tickets: Klook
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