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This is a rural, car-oriented bathing stop rather than a central-city spa. Koga City’s tourism page confirms the address, four private rooms, fresh water for each party and no-reservation system, but does not provide current operating details.
Four private rooms with freshly changed water
The bath uses natural hot-spring water drawn from about 1,000 meters underground. Each of the four rooms is private and the water is replaced for each group. This suits families or companions who prefer not to use a gender-separated public bath. The city also states that wheelchair entry is possible, but travelers needing specific transfer space or assistance should call before departure.
What is confirmed and what requires a call
| Address | 95 Yakuoji, Koga, Fukuoka |
|---|---|
| Telephone | 092-946-3311 |
| Bath type | Four private family-bath rooms; natural hot-spring water changed for every party |
| Reception | First-come, first-served; reservations are not accepted |
| Price, hours and closing days | Not currently published on the city or prefectural tourism pages; call on the day |
Who should choose Yamanone?
It works best for a family, couple or small group already driving through Koga, Fukutsu or the Yakuoji countryside. It is less suitable when you need a guaranteed time, an online booking, late-night certainty or confirmed amenities. If calling in Japanese is difficult, ask your accommodation staff to confirm the day’s opening time, room price and waiting situation.
Access from Koga Station
The prefectural tourism listing describes the facility as about 15 minutes by car from JR Koga Station and notes parking. A bus stop named Yakuoji is also listed, but rural services can be infrequent. Check both outward and return timetables before relying on the bus. Drivers should use the full Japanese name ‘薬王寺温泉 山の音’ and the address in map navigation.
Call before making the trip
- Ask for the current room price, opening hours, final reception and closing day; do not rely on old prices in search results.
- Because rooms cannot be reserved, also ask about the current wait and how the on-site queue works.
- Towel rental, toiletries, payment method and child equipment are not confirmed in current official listings; bring towels and ask before arrival.
- Wheelchair entry is listed, but confirm steps, bathing assistance and the room layout for your individual needs.
Public information source
Koga City Yakuoji hot-spring guide
Build a rural bath or coastal drive
Compare other source-fed baths and private rooms in the day-use onsen guide near Fukuoka. A car trip can also connect with Fukutsu or Shikanoshima using the Fukuoka coastal-drive guide.
