Funado no Banya
Discovering this little public onsen gem perched on the craggy coast of the Izu Peninsula was something else! With stunning views of Sagami Bay, this pretty onsen is just lovely to relax in after exploring the surrounding areas. It only costs you 300 yen! to enter for adults! You can purchase the entry in the main building of Funado no Banya (the white building below) then follow the signs to the steps built along the coast to the public onsen.
The entrance is rather nondescript and honestly looked a bit dated when I was sliding it open, but then you’re greeted by the small warm changing area…. and when you slide open the door to a wood panelled decking that leads to the onsen and those ocean views you will honestly feel like you’ve stumbled upon a hidden paradise (and if you’re lucky all to yourself like I had!)
There are no showers, proper wash area (ie. soap and shampoo) at the onsen area itself, but there are showers back in the main building which will cost 200yen to use. If you’re not comfortable with using a public onsen, there is a free foot bath just outside the main building.
THE SWEETEST OCEAN ONSEN
I don’t think many words are needed to describe this pretty place, rather the photos below are enough. Scroll down and you can see the onsen itself perched on the coastal cliff and the separate baths of male and female.
FEELING HUNGRY?
If you’re like me, you will probably feel hungry after a soak in an onsen (or even before); in the main building you can also enjoy a fresh seafood bbq which you can slow cook by yourself over the charcoal grill complete with rice and miso soup. If you can’t be bothered by that, you can have more instant satisfaction with a delicious ise-ebi ramen bowl.
The facility also holds little events like jam making with seasonal citrus, candle making etc.
