Taketoritei Maruyama in Arima: Eight Private Baths, Gold Spring and Silver Spring

At Taketoritei Maruyama, there is no conventional public bath. The inn’s eight bathing rooms are all private-use baths for overnight guests, with both gold- and silver-spring options. Guests choose a 45-minute slot after check-in, first come, first served. That setup makes the inn an easy fit for couples and families who would rather not use a shared bath.

The baths are included, but access is by time slot

Four private baths are indoors on the first floor and four are open-air on the fourth. They are free for staying guests, with showers and toiletries provided. The indoor and outdoor baths have different opening hours; check the current schedule at reception. Each booking is for 45 minutes, and popular evening slots can go quickly.

The spring mix varies by bath. Some have gold spring, some silver, and some both. These are not described as free-flowing source-water baths. If a particular spring matters to you, check the bath assignment rather than assuming every room offers both.

A guest-room onsen is a separate upgrade

The private-use baths give standard-room guests a way to soak alone or with their party. Selected room types also have an in-room spring, including rooms with silver water. Paying more for one of these buys control over the timing and a bath steps from the bed—not the first opportunity to bathe privately, since that is already included in the overnight stay.

This distinction is useful when comparing room rates. If a single private soak is enough, start with a regular room and use the included baths. If you want to bathe at any hour or return to the water repeatedly without booking a slot, an in-room bath may justify the added cost.

Dining changes for stays from 2027

The inn has announced that dinner service will end after December 30, 2026. From January 2027, the restaurant is expected to serve breakfast only. For a stay on or after that date, do not assume a dinner plan is still available just because older reviews or booking descriptions mention kaiseki. Confirm what is included for your date and plan where to eat in Arima before arriving.

Take the shuttle up the hill

The walk from Arima Onsen Station is about 15 minutes and uphill. The free shuttle runs 7 a.m.–9 p.m.; no advance reservation is needed. Call the inn after reaching the train station or bus stop. Guests can also use the shuttle to reach the town during their stay. The property accepts children, and children under three who need neither meals nor bedding may stay free under the stated conditions; add their ages and numbers when booking.

Taketoritei is not currently offering a bath-only day-use plan. Tattoo rules are not fully spelled out on the public pages, so ask the inn directly before booking if this affects your access.

For a smaller ryokan with a public gold-and-silver bath and a few dedicated onsen suites, see our Takayamaso Hanano guide. The two inns suit different bathing habits: Hanano has no reservable private bath, while Taketoritei’s entire bath setup is private-use.

Sources

- [Taketoritei Maruyama: official site](https://www.taketoritei.com/?lang=1) - [Taketoritei Maruyama: hot springs](https://www.taketoritei.com/spa/) - [Taketoritei Maruyama: FAQ](https://www.taketoritei.com/faq/) - [Taketoritei Maruyama: guest rooms](https://www.taketoritei.com/room/) - [Taketoritei Maruyama: access](https://www.taketoritei.com/access/) - [Taketoritei Maruyama: dining](https://www.taketoritei.com/dining/)

Checked September 27, 2026.