[Hida Takayama, Takayama City, Gifu] Enjoy the Open-Air Baths of Okuhida Onsen on June 26th
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- [Hida Takayama, Takayama City, Gifu] Enjoy the Open-Air Baths of Okuhida Onsen on June 26th
- Okuhida Hot Spring Village Tourist Association has designated June 26th as 'Open-Air Bath Day' and will hold a campaign offering free entry to six popular open-air baths in the region. A stamp rally will also be held, with souvenirs given to those who collect four stamps.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 4, 2026
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Okuhida Hot Spring Village Tourist Association has designated June 26th as 'Open-Air Bath Day' and will hold a campaign offering free entry to six popular open-air baths in the region. A stamp rally will also be held, with souvenirs given to those who collect four stamps.
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- [Hida Takayama, Takayama City, Gifu] Enjoy the Open-Air Baths of Okuhida Onsen on June 26th (June 4, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- June 4, 2026
Okuhida Hot Spring Village Tourist Association has designated June 26th as 'Open-Air Bath Day' and will hold a campaign offering free entry to six popular open-air baths in the region. A stamp rally will also be held, with souvenirs given to those who collect four stamps.
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Okuhida Hot Spring Village has designated June 26th each year as 'Open-Air Bath Day' to allow everyone to fully enjoy the Okuhida open-air bath route, which takes advantage of the region's abundant hot spring water. Our hot spring village is rare in Japan as a treasure trove of open-air baths, and is said to have the highest number in the country.
Among the approximately 100 open-air baths in the village—including Hirayu, Fukuji, Shin-Hirayu, Tochio, and Shinhotaka—we are offering free entry to six popular baths (subject to certain conditions). We hope everyone can fully enjoy the baths and refresh their minds and bodies.
## 1. Event Date
Friday, June 26th
## 2. Locations and Hours (Reception closes 1 hour before end time)
- Hirayu Onsen 'Hirayu no Yu': 6:00–21:00
- Hirayu Onsen 'Okada Ryokan': 15:00–19:00
*Note: A 'stamp book' must be presented for free entry.
- Hirayu Onsen 'Hirayu Prince Hotel': 15:00–19:00
- Tochio Onsen 'Kojin no Yu': 8:00–22:00
- Shinhotaka Onsen 'Shinhotaka no Yu': 8:00–21:00
- Shinhotaka Onsen 'Higaku no Yu': 11:30–20:00
## 3. Benefits and Participation Details
### ① One-Day Limited Free Entry
- Free entry to designated open-air baths is available only on June 26th.
- Presentation of a stamp book is mandatory for free entry to Okada Ryokan.
- Entry to the other 5 facilities is possible without a stamp book.
### ② Obtaining a Stamp Book
- Available at Hirayu no Yu, Higaku no Yu, or souvenir exchange locations.
- Limited to one per person.
### ③ How to Collect Stamps
- Staffed baths: Ask staff after bathing.
- Unstaffed baths: Apply the commemorative stamp yourself on-site after bathing.
### ④ Souvenir Distribution
- Souvenirs will be presented to those who collect stamps from 4 out of the 6 locations.
#### [Souvenir Exchange Locations]
- Hirayu Onsen Tourist Information Center (inside Okuhida Visitor Center) Tel: (0578) 89-3030
- Okuhida Hot Spring Village Tourist Association (1689-3 Murakami, Okuhida Onsen-go) Tel: (0578) 89-2614
- Higaku no Yu (442-7 Nakao, Okuhida Onsen-go) Tel: (0578) 89-2855
#### [Souvenir Exchange Hours]
- June 26th (Fri) until 17:00 (until 20:00 only at Higaku no Yu)
- June 27th (Sat) 9:00–17:00 (only at Hirayu Onsen Tourist Info Center and Okuhida Tourist Association)
## Notes
- Reception closes 1 hour before the end time.
- Bringing food, drinks, or dangerous items into the baths is prohibited.
- Users are responsible for their own safety and belongings.
- Limit of one stamp book per person; subsequent books will be invalid.
FAQ
What is 'Open Air Bath Day'?
It's a memorial day established by the Okuhida Onsen Village on June 26th every year to promote the enjoyment of their abundant open-air baths.
Which facilities are eligible for free bathing?
The eligible facilities are: Hirayu Onsen 'Hirayu no Yu', 'Okada Ryokan', 'Hirayu Prince Hotel', Tochinoto Onsen 'Arakami no Yu', and Shinhotaka Onsen 'Shinhotaka no Yu', 'Higaku no Yu' - a total of six locations.
Are there any conditions for free bathing?
Bathing at Okada Ryokan requires bringing a 'stamp book'. The other five facilities can be used for free without a stamp book.
How can I get a souvenir?
Collect stamps from four out of the six eligible open-air baths to receive a souvenir.
Where can I get a stamp book?
You can obtain a stamp book at 'Hirayu no Yu', 'Higaku no Yu', or the souvenir exchange office. Each person is limited to one stamp book.