Kamata Onsen: Tokyo's Black Water Oasis
Experience Tokyo's unique 'black water' hot spring at Kamata Onsen, a traditional public bathhouse since 1937. Relax and rejuvenate!
Kamata Onsen is a traditional Japanese public bathhouse (sento) in Tokyo's Ota City, renowned for its distinctive 'black water' (kuroyu) hot spring. Established in 1937, it offers a retro, relaxing experience with mineral-rich waters believed to soften skin and warm the body. Enjoy a soak, then relax with a meal and drinks at the second-floor dining area.
A brief summary to Kamata Onsen
- 2 Chome-23-2 Kamatahoncho, Ota City, 2 Chome Kamatahoncho, Tokyo, 144-0053, JP
- +813-3732-1126
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-12 am
- Tuesday 10 am-12 am
- Wednesday 10 am-12 am
- Thursday 10 am-12 am
- Friday 10 am-12 am
- Saturday 10 am-12 am
- Sunday 10 am-12 am
Local tips
- Bring a small towel and toiletries, or you can purchase a 'Bare Essentials Set' for ¥800, which includes a bath towel, face towel, body soap, and shampoo.
- Be sure to try the 'Onsen Kamameshi' at the second-floor dining area after your bath.
- Visit on a weekday to avoid crowds and enjoy a more relaxing experience.
- Tattoos are allowed at Kamata Onsen.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From JR Kamata Station (East Exit), it's about a 13-minute walk. Alternatively, take a Keikyu Bus (Kama 71, 73, 74 or 75) from the No. 1 bus stop outside the East Exit to Kamata-honcho bus stop, then walk 2 minutes. The bus costs ¥220. From Keikyu Kamata Station (West Exit), it's about a 12-minute walk. Walk straight along National Route 15 toward Kawasaki, then turn right before the fire station onto Demura Street. Kamata Onsen will be on your left.
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Walking
From JR Kamata Station (East Exit), walk straight along the main street, then turn left onto the smaller side streets. Follow the signs for Kamata Onsen. The walk is about 13 minutes. From Keikyu Kamata Station (West Exit), walk straight along National Route 15 toward Kawasaki, then turn right before the fire station onto Demura Street. Kamata Onsen will be on your left. The walk is about 12 minutes.
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