Kanaya Ryokan

Kanaya Ryokan (金谷旅館) is a 150-year-old traditional wooden inn located near Rendaiji Station, just north of Shimoda. While it remains a prestigious place to stay, it is famously accessible for day-use visitors seeking a soak in its legendary sennin-buro, or “thousand-person bath.” This massive indoor wooden tub—one of the largest and deepest on the Izu Peninsula—is deep enough that the mineral-rich water reaches the abdomen when standing, providing a truly immersive experience beneath soaring Meiji-era rafters.

The men’s area features unique metal statues of women and turtles elevated above the water, alongside a secondary tub kept at a milder temperature for longer soaking. An outdoor rotenburo is also accessible, featuring a narrow wooden chute that drops fresh spring water from above. One of the ryokan’s most distinctive features is its approach to mixed bathing (konyoku). Unlike modern mixed baths that often require swimsuits, Kanaya Ryokan allows women to enter the men’s bath provided they remain wrapped in a towel. The gendered areas are connected by a small intermediary chamber to which only women have the key, a unique rule that makes it a popular destination for couples looking to experience the historic atmosphere together.

Visitor Information
Address	114-2 Rendaiji, Shimoda, Shizuoka 415-0031 (Google Maps)
Opening Hours	9:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Last entry 9:00 PM)
Price	Weekdays: Adults ¥800 / Children ¥500 Weekends & Holidays: Adults ¥1,000 / Children ¥500 *Amenities: Towel set ¥200 / Soap & Shampoo sachets ¥50
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Access
Station / Stop	Line / Bus	Access Details
Rendaiji Station	Izukyu Line	Exit the station and walk north for approximately 3 minutes.
Shimoda Station	Taxi / Bus	A 5-minute taxi ride or a short bus trip bound for Rendaiji.