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Mamushi-no-Yu is a day-bath complex in Nijo, western Itoshima, with outdoor baths, high-temperature and salt saunas, private family baths, dining and local products. It is a useful final stop after an Itoshima or Karatsu drive.
A legend connects the site with Kukai, the Buddhist monk also known as Kobo Daishi, but the story should be understood as local tradition rather than a medical claim.
Essential visitor information
Public transport is possible if the shuttle is booked, but a car is the easiest option.
| Address | 2380-1 Nijo-Yoshii, Itoshima City |
|---|---|
| Bath hours | 10:00–21:30; last admission is generally 21:00 |
| Admission | Adults ¥880; children age 4 through elementary school ¥400 |
| Private family bath | ¥3,300 for 60 minutes, up to four people, advance reservation required |
| Nearest station | JR Fukuyoshi Station; a reservable shuttle is advertised from the south exit |
Baths, saunas and seasonal variations
Facilities include indoor and outdoor baths, a high-temperature sauna and a salt sauna. Special baths such as wine, matcha, hinoki or sake-lees baths may be offered, but the actual selection can change.
Bring water and take breaks between sauna sessions. Travellers focused on a specific bath or sauna should confirm maintenance notices before leaving.
Private bath reservations
The private family bath is designed for up to four people and requires advance booking. Its fee also allows access to the general bathing area under the facility’s current conditions.
Confirm the available time, towel charges and the number of guests by telephone. Weekends and late afternoons can fill quickly.
Food and local shopping
The on-site restaurant Jūbō uses Itoshima produce and Genkai seafood in its menu. A shop also sells local vegetables, fruit and regional products, making the stop useful even when the bath is part of a longer drive.
Access and practical checks
Parking is available. If travelling by JR Chikuhi Line, reserve the shuttle from Fukuyoshi Station in advance and confirm the return time.
- Bring a towel or budget for rental; bath admission does not include all amenities.
- Check holiday and year-end opening arrangements.
- Ask in advance about tattoo policy and any bathing support you require.
- Do not treat old reviews showing a lower admission fee as current.
Official information
Check current rates, the shuttle and the operating calendar on the Mamushi-no-Yu official website.
More ideas for western Itoshima
Plan the drive and compare another large bath closer to central Itoshima.
