Takedao Onsen

What it is

• A hot spring area located in a valley along the Muko River.
• Reportedly discovered by Takedao Naozo in 1641 and named after his family.
• The setting for the novel Sakuramori written by Tsutomu Mizukami.
• A former site for Takedao ware production during the Meiji and Taisho eras.

What to see

• The Takedao Bridge, a local landmark suspension bridge over the river.
• Views of the surrounding V-shaped valley opposite Mount Kakewatari.
• Two remaining traditional inns available for overnight stays.
• Simple thermal spring waters maintained at 25.3 degrees Celsius.

Getting there

• Accessible via Takedao Station on the JR Fukuchiyama Line.
• Located five minutes from the Takarazuka-kita Smart Interchange.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.