Overview
Address: 2-17-2 Ryogoku, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
Website: Mikokuyu Official Site (Only described in Japanese)
Reviews from Review Sites:
- “An oasis in the city. The black hot spring is amazing!”
- “The open-air bath with a view of the Skytree is attractive.”
- “Clean and relaxing place.”
- “I occasionally use it because it’s nearby. The water is very good, and it’s great to enjoy this quality of bath at this price.”
- “It doesn’t appear in magazines because there’s no sauna, but the hot spring is good. The clientele isn’t great, but the quality of the hot spring is excellent.”
- “This is the first time I thought a sauna wasn’t necessary. The high-temperature bath is really hot and makes you feel like you’re in a sauna.”
- “The black hot spring and the new facilities make it possibly the best public bath in Tokyo. However, the baths are always crowded, and the water quality is the worst.”
Pricing:
- Adults (12 years and older): 550 yen
- Children (6 to 12 years old): 200 yen
- Infants (under 6 years old): 100 yen
Review of the Visit
Relaxing Atmosphere: ★★☆☆☆
Mikokuyu is located in a corner of Ryogoku and has a cozy atmosphere. The sense of escape isn’t very strong, but the open-air bath offers a partial view of the Skytree through the lattice, which is somewhat appealing. It’s a good place to visit when you want to relax, focusing more on the open-air hot spring aspect rather than escaping daily life.
Quality of the Hot Spring: ★★★☆☆
Mikokuyu’s hot spring is a black hot spring, providing a solid hot spring experience despite being in the city. Black hot springs are gentle on the skin and are said to have high moisturizing effects, making it a must-visit for hot spring enthusiasts.
Various Baths Experiences: ★★☆☆☆
Mikokuyu offers the following baths:
- Open-air bath
- Jacuzzi
- Electric bath
- Sauna
Each bath is small, but there are more types than expected, which is a pleasant surprise in the city. The high-temperature bath is genuinely hot, which I personally like.
Facility Completeness: ★★☆☆☆
Overall, the facility is clean and well-maintained. However, there is no parking, so you need to use nearby coin parking. At the reception, people can be seen relaxing and watching TV. My son got engrossed in a sports program and watched it for an hour, but no one minded, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Food: ★☆☆☆☆
Mikokuyu does not offer food. It’s not a place to enjoy meals, so it’s best to eat beforehand or use nearby restaurants.
Overall Rating: 2.25/5
Overall, comparing it to a super sento might be not fair, but Mikokuyu is a place that fits the original purpose of a public bath—quick visits and quick returns with bath relaxing experience. Despite being in the city, you can enjoy a black hot spring, an open-air bath with a partial view of the Skytree, and a jacuzzi. It’s clean and a very good public bath, making me want to visit again.
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