New Asahi Onsen

A draft beer after a bath is one way to unwind at New Asahi Onsen, a public bathhouse in Imazu-Minami, Tsurumi Ward, Osaka. Visitors report that the break area in front of the reception counter serves draft beer, takoyaki, frankfurters, edamame, snacks and ice cream. Rather than a place for a full meal, it’s a convenient spot to grab a light bite or something cold after bathing.

Bathing options include shallow and deep baths, bubble and jet baths, an electric bath, a sauna, a cold bath and an open-air bath. Some visitors try the electric or bubble bath when their shoulders or lower back are bothering them; others combine the jet bath with the sauna and cold bath. There are also reports of a seasonal bath in the open-air area at weekends, offering a different bathing experience depending on the day.

One visitor found the open-air bath spacious even when bathing alone. Sauna-goers have reported that bringing a bath towel meant no extra charge, but check the conditions before your visit. After bathing, choose a draft beer and a light snack, or finish with ice cream or juice. This neighbourhood bathhouse makes it easy to enjoy both a soak and a post-bath drink.