Four Matsuyama Onsen with Saunas: Which Setup Fits You?
Compare four Matsuyama hot-spring saunas by admission, sauna setup, cooling baths, women’s facilities, opening hours and transport.
Matsuyama has several natural hot-spring facilities with saunas, but the useful differences are not just room temperature or the number of pools. Kisuke-no-Yu stands out for its separate, locally themed sauna areas; Sora to Mori builds its bath and sauna into a longer spa visit; Kume-no-Yu has the lowest straightforward admission; and Teiregi-no-Yu adds outdoor, swimsuit sauna options for groups.
Each comparison below is limited to what the operators currently publish. Sauna arrangements are gender-specific at some facilities, and listed temperatures or opening hours can change. Details were checked on September 28, 2026.
At a glance
| Facility | Published sauna setup | What changes the visit | Useful planning note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kisuke-no-Yu | Men’s Fūjin sauna and women’s Aibi sauna | Large sauna rooms and separate rest areas; the 2026 update added a women’s indoor cooling area and improved the men’s outdoor rest deck | Beside JR Matsuyama Station; towels cost extra |
| Sora to Mori | Men’s LUMO sound-focused sauna; women’s tower sauna | Bedrock bath, lounge and relaxation areas are part of the broader spa visit | General adult admission is ¥1,750 plus ¥150 bathing tax; sauna and bedrock bath are included |
| Kume-no-Yu | Public sauna included with bath admission | The simplest low-cost option, with a published approximate sauna range of 90–100°C | Adult admission is ¥600; the venue runs 11 a.m.–9 a.m. next day |
| Teiregi-no-Yu | Far-infrared sauna; women’s salt sauna; outdoor tent and barrel saunas | Outdoor sessions use swimwear and include an outdoor cold bath | South of central Matsuyama; better suited to a car-based visit |
| Himehiko Onsen | No public sauna comparison here; private sauna rooms are available | Sauna and cold bath are part of a bookable private room | Compare its ¥3,500/60-minute “Matera Sauna” room separately from public admission |
The entry fee changes the order if you are comparing a solo visit. Kume-no-Yu is the cheapest full sauna ticket; Teiregi adds outdoor options at a modest public-bath price; Kisuke is the station-side choice; Sora to Mori costs more but includes towels, loungewear and a longer-stay setup. Himehiko belongs in a different column because you pay for a private room, not a public sauna visit.
Kisuke-no-Yu: station access and different sauna areas
Kisuke’s men’s Fūjin sauna is described as accommodating around 40 people, with automatic “heat-wave” events every 30 minutes. The women’s Aibi sauna has a design tied to Ehime indigo craft. In June 2026, the operator updated the recovery spaces as well: women gained a dedicated indoor rest room, while the men’s outdoor recovery area was changed to a wood deck.
The public bath opens 5 a.m.–2 a.m., with last entry at 1 a.m. Towels are not included. Non-member admission:
| Day | Adult bath ticket |
|---|---|
| Weekday | ¥850 |
| Weekend or public holiday | ¥950 |
The morning-bath rate applies from 5–10 a.m.; guests can generally stay afterward, except on inspection days. The Fūjin sauna accommodates about 40 people and runs automatic heat-wave sessions every 30 minutes.
| Day | Morning-bath rate |
|---|---|
| Weekday | ¥750 |
| Weekend or public holiday | ¥850 |
The 2026 renewal added a men’s outdoor wood-deck rest area and a women’s indoor “Nagi-no-ma” rest room. Its cold “Seirei” bath is listed around 16°C; the operator does not establish that it uses either of the two hot-spring sources.
Water details are worth keeping separate from the sauna setup. Kisuke’s No. 1 source is about 30.5°C and its No. 2 source about 46°C with pH 9.4; the Tsubaki-no-Yu is the specific bath identified as source-fed and continuously flowing. That status does not apply to every tub, nor does it describe the cold bath.
Sora to Mori: a longer spa visit
Sora to Mori’s men’s LUMO sauna pairs aromatic automatic steam with a sound design created for the room. The women’s tower sauna uses both a löyly stove and far-infrared heater, with tiered seating. Both differ from a quick sauna stop because the general admission also includes the public bath, bedrock-bath area, lounge and relaxation space.
The facility is open 5 a.m.–1 a.m., with last admission at midnight. During an overnight stay, the changing rooms, public baths and bedrock-bath area close for cleaning from 1–5 a.m.
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult admission | ¥1,750 |
| Bathing tax | ¥150 |
The water comes from the Higashi-Dogo No. 2, 4 and 6 sources. The operator publishes pH 9.2 and a source temperature of 42.6°C, but not enough pool-by-pool treatment detail to call the entire facility continuously flowing.
The men’s LUMO room was redesigned around sound, scent and automatic löyly; the women’s Tower Sauna combines an Iki löyly stove with a far-infrared heater. Its cold bath is separate from the hot spring and uses water from the Tsujinouchi spring, listed at about 14–16°C.
Kume-no-Yu: a lower-cost sauna ticket
Kume-no-Yu includes the sauna with the standard bath ticket and lists normal hours as 11 a.m.–9 a.m. the next day. Its FAQ gives approximate sauna and cold-bath temperatures.
| Item | Published detail |
|---|---|
| Adult admission | ¥600 |
| Sauna | About 90–100°C |
| Cold bath | About 16–19°C |
The cold bath, washing-area taps and showers are listed as using Higashi-Dogo hot-spring water. The bathing area closes for cleaning from 9–11 a.m.
| Early bath | Rate |
|---|---|
| 4–9 a.m. | ¥500 |
This makes the venue straightforward to budget for a bath-and-sauna stop. The station is about a three-minute walk from Iyotetsu Kume Station, though check your return transport before planning a very late visit. The bath closes for two hours each day between 9 and 11 a.m.
Teiregi-no-Yu: indoor and outdoor options
Teiregi-no-Yu lists an indoor far-infrared sauna and a salt sauna in the women’s bathing area. Outside, its tent and barrel saunas are designed for use in swimwear, with an outdoor cold bath and a rural setting. The operator also describes aromatic water used for löyly. These outdoor units are a different product from the gender-separated indoor baths, so check booking, capacity and fees before travelling with a group.
The facility is open from 6 a.m. to midnight, with last entry at 11 p.m. It is south of the city centre, with free parking listed by the operator. This is the most natural fit of the four if you have a car or specifically want an outdoor sauna session.
The indoor cold bath uses water from the Ishizuchi mountain system, not the onsen source. The women’s salt sauna is part of the regular public-bath offer; the outdoor tent and barrel saunas are a separate swimwear product for groups, and their booking and charges are not a fixed entitlement with the ordinary ticket. Ask the operator for the current session calendar and price before making the drive.
Private sauna and tattoo rules
Himehiko lists private sauna rooms rather than a public sauna. “Matera Sauna” has an indoor bath, sauna and cold bath; “Ten” also has an outdoor bath.
| Private room | Session | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Matera Sauna | 60 minutes | ¥3,500 |
| Ten | 90 minutes | ¥7,000 |
Both room prices include up to four people before additional-guest charges. Himehiko accepts advance reservations on weekdays, not weekends or public holidays.
Tattoo rules differ by venue. Kisuke allows full coverage with up to two specified cover stickers; Sora to Mori bars tattooed guests from public baths but allows use limited to a guest room or family private bath.
| Kisuke cover sticker | Price |
|---|---|
| Each sticker | ¥200 |
A simple way to choose
For a station-side session with a distinctive sauna room, go with Kisuke. Choose Sora to Mori when you will use the rest of the spa package, not just the sauna. Kume-no-Yu keeps the ticket simple and low-cost. Teiregi is the one to compare when the outdoor, swimsuit sauna is the point of the outing.
For admission and bath details beyond sauna facilities, see the Matsuyama onsen and sento guide and the direct Kisuke-no-Yu vs Sora to Mori comparison. Groups seeking a private sauna room can compare the options in the Matsuyama private-bath guide.
