I want to keep it a secret! 13 Private Saunas in Wakayama Perfect for Couples

What is a private sauna?

What is a Private Sauna (Individual Booth Sauna / Chartered Sauna)?

Private saunas, as their name suggests, allow you to enjoy the sauna in a private room. You can enjoy a thorough sauna session without worrying about others as a solo user, or you can relax and enjoy the sauna with your partner or friends in a space exclusively for you. Furthermore, private saunas often come with a wide range of amenities and services.

Benefits of a Private Sauna

Private saunas offer the advantage of being able to come and go as you please, enjoy self-löyly, and generally spend your time freely. Another appeal is being able to enjoy yourself without worrying about others. You can have conversations with your partner or lie down and listen to music, offering ways to enjoy yourself that aren't possible in a regular sauna.

Key Points to Enhance Your Sauna Date

You want your sauna date with your beloved partner to be fun and fulfilling, right? Here, we introduce three key points to keep in mind when going on a sauna date as a couple.

Point 1: Is it a private sauna, and can both men and women use it?

First, it's important to choose a private sauna that can be used by both men and women together. In typical public saunas, bathing is separated by gender, which might halve the enjoyment of a sauna date. However, with a private sauna that can be reserved for exclusive use, you can undoubtedly spend special time relaxing in a space just for the two of you.

As of September 2024, private saunas where men and women can enter together are increasing nationwide. Facilities that operate on a reservation-only basis ensure privacy, as you won't encounter other users. Furthermore, hotels and resorts are increasingly offering private saunas, making them a popular option for trips and special date plans. Some locations even allow users to adjust the sauna's temperature and humidity themselves, which is appealing as it lets couples tailor their sauna experience to their preferences.

Point ②: Location and Atmosphere

Next, the points to consider are the sauna's location and the overall atmosphere of the facility. The sauna's location and surrounding environment are major factors for a successful date. The feature of this sauna in Fukuoka City is its high convenience, allowing for shopping and dining after a sauna date. Located in the heart of the city, it is perfect for after-work dates or weekend outings.

The atmosphere of the facility is also an important point. The interior, with its warm wooden materials, and the simple, calm Nordic-style design create a sense of comfort. For a sauna date, it's important to enjoy a relaxed space together, so choosing a place with a relaxing atmosphere is key. Additionally, facilities with ample terraces or relaxation spaces where you can enjoy open-air bathing can further enhance the effects of the sauna, making the date even more special.

Point 3: The abundance of facilities and amenities

Another important factor that influences the satisfaction of a sauna date is the completeness of the facilities and amenities. To have a comfortable sauna date, how well-equipped the facilities are is a key point.

For women, the availability of amenities is also an important point to consider, isn't it? Private saunas often feature not only basic amenities like shampoo, body soap, and hairdryers, but also skincare products such as lotions and emulsions, allowing you to be ready for a date even after your sauna session. Many facilities also allow you to visit empty-handed.

Furthermore, some sauna facilities have attached restaurants or cafes, offering the chance to enjoy a meal after your sauna. These establishments are particularly recommended for dates, as they allow you to spend a relaxing time enjoying delicious "sauna food" or drinks to cap off your sauna date.

[Wakayama] I almost want to keep this a secret! 13 popular saunas where men and women can go together

From here, we will introduce a selection of co-ed sauna facilities that have received high user reviews.

The following 13 sauna facilities will be introduced.

Ninomaru Onsen

②SHIRAHAMA KEYTERRACE Hotel Seamore

③ Sky Resort Shiki SHIOSAI TERRACE

Sauna Aalto

⑤ele.sauna&coffee

Inamura-tei (NIPPONIA Kushimoto Kumano Kaido)

⑦ Mandarin Orange Sauna -mikan sauna wakayama-

Wood High SAUNA

⑨ NAGOMI Sauna

GAJU SAUNA

⑪ Foundation Camp MANDARIN Field

MIKASAKAN

⑬ Tent Sauna at Temple Camp Otaishi

If you're wondering where to go on your next date, or if you want to relax in a sauna with a special someone on a trip, please refer to this article.

Ninōmaru Onsen

Source:Ninoma-ru OnsenOfficial website

Ninoma-ru Onsen offers wonderful hot springs, an authentic sauna, and a cold plunge pool, but it also has a sauna cabin where you can enjoy a private sauna with a reservation.

The highlight of the sauna cabin is that you can fully enjoy Yuasa's clear air and the great outdoors, allowing you to freely refresh your body with loved ones in a completely private space.

After fully relaxing in the hot springs, enjoying the private sauna together seems like a great way to have a wonderful time with your partner.

Address: 1638-1 Yamada, Yuasa Town, Arida District, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: After exiting the Yuasa IC, turn right and ascend the mountain for about 3 km to reach the site.

Phone number: 0737-64-1826

Business Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM

Saturday to Sunday 08:00 - 21:30

Closed: Thursdays

SAUNA HOUSE on

Source:Hotel SeymourOfficial website

For couples looking to reset their minds and bodies while gazing at the majestic Pacific Ocean, we recommend "SAUNA HOUSE on" at SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE.

The Sauna House is a private, exclusive-use, single-group-per-day private sauna room where you can enjoy a self-sauna with a view of the magnificent ocean spread out before you.

Not only can you experience the great outdoors with your entire body, but you can also enjoy a cold plunge bath and open-air baths on the garden terrace.

Additionally, there's a living space equipped with a mini-kitchen, so you can bring in your own food and drinks, not just the ones provided.

Address: 1821 Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: 10 minutes by car from Nanki-Shirahama Airport and JR Shirahama Station. Free shuttle bus service available from Shirahama Station.

Phone number: 0739-43-1000

Business Hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 10:00, 13:00 - 01:00 the next day

Regular holidays: None

Sky Resort Shiki SHIOSAI TERRACE

Source:Sky Resort Four Seasons SHIOSAI TERRACEOfficial website

At "Tenku no Resort Shiki SHIOSAI TERRACE," you can enjoy an authentic Finnish sauna while taking in the best panoramic views surrounded by nature, allowing for complete relaxation of both mind and body.

The facility is also equipped with showers, a cold plunge bath, and relaxation domes, and a key feature is the high level of relaxation achievable through *löyly* while enjoying the superb views.

As it's an unusual trailer type, the sauna with a spectacular view utilizing the elevated location will be an experience you can't find anywhere else.

The sauna trailer is an excellent service exclusively for guests, where you can fully enjoy everything from Washoku French cuisine to authentic barbecue.

Address: 2399-3 Katada, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: 5 minutes by taxi from JR Shirahama Station

7 minutes by taxi from Nanki-Shirahama Airport

Approximately 1 km (15 minutes on foot) from Adventure World

Phone number: 0739-43-0056

Opening Hours: Monday - Sunday 06:00 - 08:30, 15:00 - 22:00

Holidays: None

Sauna Aalto

Source:Sauna AaltoOfficial site

At "Sauna Aalto," you can use the sauna for 2-hour sessions, not including time spent in the shower or powder room.

You can refresh your body in a special log cabin sauna, built with generous use of Kishu wood, based on the Finnish style of sauna houses.

You can enjoy the humidity-regulating properties, fragrance, and natural warmth of Kishu timber, and the bench, with its impressive depth of up to 100 cm, is attractive for allowing you to relax in any way you choose.

In majestic national parks, you can enjoy precious time to revitalize your body while experiencing the sea breeze, dappled sunlight filtering through trees, sunsets, and starry skies with your whole being.

You can rest assured knowing that the shower, hairdryer, shampoo and conditioner, body soap, bath towels and face towels, and slippers are all available for free.

However, please note that sauna ponchos, sauna hats, and swimsuits are available for a fee.

Address: 1875 Hiki, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: [By Car] Approximately 10 minutes by car from Kisei Expressway "Hiki River IC", approximately 25 minutes by car from Nanki-Shirahama Airport

[Bus] The local bus between Shirahama Station and Hioki Station is convenient. (The closest bus stop to Shirahama Shiharakaigan in the Outdoor area is "Okushihara".)

[Estimated Fare] Outdoor Shirahama Shihara Coast (Okushihara) ⇔ Shirahama Station 890 yen

In the Outdoor Shirahama Shihara Coast (Okushihara) ⇔ Hioki Station ¥320

Phone number: 0739-34-3311

Business Hours: Monday - Thursday 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Friday - Sunday 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Regular holidays: None

ele.sauna&coffee

Source:ele.sauna&coffeeOfficial website

『ele.sauna&coffee』 is a spot in Wakayama characterized by its charming exterior, which belies its nature as a sauna. You can enjoy saunas in a completely private room.

Furthermore, since you can spend time in a completely private room from changing clothes to using the sauna, it's a welcome feature that you can use without worrying about being watched by others.

You can enjoy the löyly at your preferred timing, and by adjusting the temperature of the cold plunge bath, you can achieve your ideal state of relaxation.

After achieving a state of deep relaxation while listening to your favorite music, unwind to your heart's content in a zero-gravity chair.

Address: 2-11 Minato Konayacho, Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: 5-minute walk from Nankai Wakayamashi Station

Phone number: 070-8957-9882

Business Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10:30 AM - 11:00 PM (Closed Tuesdays)

Closed: Tuesdays

Inamura Tei (NIPPONIA Kushimoto Kumano Kaido)

Source:Inamura Tei (NIPPONIA Kushimoto Kumano Kaido)Official website

At Inamurarei (NIPPONIA Kushimoto Kumano Kaido), a private villa with a private sauna is available for accommodation.

The main building, formerly a tobacco shop and residence, houses a private sauna and cold plunge bath in a separate annex.

Not only can you enjoy the sauna without worrying about other people's eyes, but the special feature is that you can savor an exceptional moment thanks to the cold plunge bath built with local Utsugi stones, which utilizes groundwater.

The drinks in the refrigerator, including beer, juice, mineral water, and coffee, are included in the accommodation fee, so it's great that you can drink them freely.

Additionally, while meals are by reservation only, you can enjoy them at "Restaurant Minamo" within the facility.

Address: 879-1 Kushimoto, Kushimoto-cho, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: Access by public transportation

[From Tokyo Area] Haneda Airport → Nanki-Shirahama Airport: 1 hour

It's a one-hour limousine bus ride from Nanki-Shirahama Airport.

Or taxi to Shirahama Station → 1 hour by JR Kinokuni Line

If using Kansai International Airport, it is a 2-hour train ride to Shirahama Station.

[From Osaka direction] Limited Express Kuroshio train: Shin-Osaka Station → Kii-Katsuura Station (3 hours 30 minutes)

Access by car

[From the Osaka direction] From the Kisei Expressway Susami-Minami Interchange, drive for 30-40 minutes on Route 42.

Phone number: 0735-67-7194

Opening hours: Subject to check-in/check-out times (3 PM - 12 AM, 6 AM - 11 AM)

Closed: Tuesdays and Wednesdays (Open during major holidays)

Mikan Sauna -Mikan Sauna Wakayama-

Source:Mandarin Orange Sauna -Mikan Sauna Wakayama-Official website

This is a private sauna that offers original mandarin orange juice, featuring self-löyly with mandarin orange aroma water.

The mandarin orange juice we offer is delivered directly from our contracted farmers and contains absolutely no preservatives, so you can drink it with peace of mind.

The rental equipment is comprehensive, including tent saunas, lounger sets, relaxation chairs, towels, and sauna mats, making it easy to use with just a swimsuit and sandals, which is another great point.

Address: Hanroku, Inami-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: Approximately 11 minutes from the Innami Town Hall. Detailed address will be provided after reservation is complete.

Phone number: Unknown

Opening Hours: Saturday & Sunday 08:00–16:00

Closed: Monday to Friday

Wood High SAUNA

Next, we will introduce a very rare type of sauna called a "hemp sauna," of which there are only two locations in Japan: Hokkaido and Wakayama.

A hemp sauna is a type of sauna that combines a material called hempcrete with a sauna. Hempcrete is said to be gentle on the skin and hair because it can maintain a constant level of humidity indoors. The synergistic effect of hemp and the sauna will lead to a relaxed state where both mind and body can shed fatigue.

Also, in the iima Lounge, which is adjacent to the sauna, iima sound, designed to promote physical and mental health and relaxation, plays.

By visiting the Ena Lounge after using the sauna and relaxing while listening to Ena Sound, you can expect effects such as stress reduction, improved sleep quality, and increased concentration.

This is a recommended spot for couples who want to enjoy a different sauna experience than usual.

Address: 5th Floor, SEWNJIN Building, Yoshida 820, Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: 5 minutes by car from JR Wakayama Station, downtown Wakayama City

Phone number: 073-431-0049

Business Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM (Closed Wednesdays)

Closed: Wednesdays

NAGOMI Sauna

Next, I'd like to recommend the NAGOMI sauna, a Japanese-style sauna based on bamboo. Even though you're relaxing your body in the sauna, it makes you feel as if you're taking a forest bath.

You can enjoy a sauna using carefully selected additive-free essential oils, chosen daily from eight varieties, and two cold plunge baths with different temperatures are also available.

Furthermore, a key feature is the feeling of coolness and refreshment, as the cold bath uses additive-free peppermint essential oil.

Additionally, six reclining chairs and an all-you-can-drink water server are available, further relaxing your well-rested body.

Address: 2F, 4-31-7 Misonocho, Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: 3-minute walk from JR Wakayama Station

Phone number: 073-488-4372

Business Hours: Monday-Wednesday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday/Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Sunday 06:00-24:00

Regular holiday: Thursday

GAJU SAUNA

Source:GAJU SAUNAOfficial website

This is a sauna spot with the concept of "a campsite that makes nature into art."

This campsite is designed with plants that evoke the image of California, USA, allowing you to savor untouched nature.

This space can be enjoyed by both beginner and advanced campers, and although it's on an hourly basis, tent saunas and open-air jacuzzi baths are also available.

You only need to bring short-sleeved shirts, shorts, swimwear, and sandals. It's also a great bonus that it's easy to use.

Address: 905-3 Wada, Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: 3 minutes by car from Wakayama Minami Interchange

Nearest station: Kamoyama Station, 10 minutes on foot

Phone number: 080-3476-6225

Business Hours: Monday 18:00 - 22:00

Tuesday to Saturday, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Sunday 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Regular holidays: None

Foundation Camp MANDARIN Field

Source:Foundation Camp MANDARIN FieldOfficial website

"Foundation Camp MANDARIN Field" is a recommended spot for couples who want to get away from their busy daily lives and spend some quiet, relaxing time.

Located at an altitude of 400 meters overlooking Wakano-ura, a scenic spot in Wakayama Prefecture, this is an exclusive rental campsite that can only be used by one group per day.

Saunas are also available, but only one group can book it per day, so it's first come, first served. The sauna is completely freestyle, meaning you need to bring your own firewood or book the purchase of firewood in advance and light it yourself.

However, while you are using it, you can freely use the sauna, allowing you to enjoy it while experiencing the spectacular view from an altitude of 400 meters, the sounds of nature, and the sea breeze.

This is definitely a spot where couples can enjoy peaceful time together without worrying about being seen.

Address: Nishinotani, Okubo, Shimotsu-cho, Kainan City, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: Via the Hanwa Expressway, take the Shimotsu IC, then proceed via Prefectural Road 159, Prefectural Road 165, and the main agricultural road.

Approximately 20 minutes from Shimotsu IC

Phone number: None

Business Hours: Monday - Friday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Saturday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Sunday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Regular holidays: None

MIKASAKAN

Next, we'll introduce a sauna facility that has been renovated from a former inn with a history dating back to the Taisho era.

This is a private sauna with a two-hour time limit, where you can refresh your warmed body in our well water bath.

After relaxing in the sauna, a great feature is the availability of fruit drinks made with abundant fresh fruit at the attached cafe.

Since accommodations are also available, you can relax with your loved one after your session.

Address: 2086 Koka, Kinokawa City, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: 12-minute walk from JR Kokawa Station

Phone number: 0736-67-7010

Business Hours: Monday - Sunday 09:00 - 21:00

Regular holidays: None

Tent Sauna at Temple Camp Taita-ji

Source:Zen SaunaOfficial Website

Unlike a typical sauna, this one offers an experience unique to a temple.

The key is to sharpen your five senses in the rich natural surroundings while feeling at one with yourself and nature in the sauna. You can also draw a sauna fortune and write your wishes on a prayer tablet.

In particular, temples offer a unique experience called "Zen Sauna," which combines Zen meditation with sauna.

Not only can you experience Zazen meditation and Sutra copying simultaneously with the sauna, but you can also be sure to harmonize your mind and body.

At Taitaiji Temple, which offers a sauna, a portion of the grounds is also used as a campground. Therefore, you can experience a tent sauna at this campground, which is adjacent to a river.

You can easily enjoy it, as all you need to bring is your swimsuit, clothes that can get wet, sandals, a towel, and drinks.

Address: 775 Shimohada, Nachikatsuura-cho, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture

Access: From Osaka: Take the Hanwa Expressway to the Kisei Expressway. Exit at Susami-Minami IC, turn left at the Yachikagami intersection on Route 42. Approximately 5 minutes.

・From Nagoya: Tomeihan Expressway, Ise Expressway, to Sewataike IC, then to Kumano Odomari IC, followed by the Shingu Nachi-Katsuura Road. Turn right at the Ichihaya Ramp. Turn left at the bridge 300m ahead and proceed for about 2 minutes.

You can also use the parking lot at Otiaji Temple (free of charge).

Phone number: 080-2781-3483

Business Hours: Monday - Sunday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Regular holidays: None

In conclusion

Wakayama has many private saunas and hotels that couples can enjoy.

If you're thinking, "I want to relax and unwind with my partner/spouse~", then this article is for you. Please use it as a reference to find your next sauna spot!

If you're interested in knowing about sauna spots where men and women can enter together, besides those in Wakayama Prefecture, please also check out the following article.