Kaike Onsen is a seaside hot spring town along the Sea of Japan, located in Yonago, Tottori.
It began in 1900, when a fisherman discovered hot spring water bubbling up from the sea.
Since then, it has grown into a place where the ocean, hot springs, and everyday life exist close together.
With the coastline of white sand and pine trees, and Mt. Daisen rising in the distance,
Kaike Onsen offers a landscape shaped by both sea and mountain.
The name “Kaike” (皆生) means “everyone lives.”
There is also a local legend that souls drifting from Inasa Beach in Izumo were reborn here, giving the place its name.
A small shrine dedicated to Okuninushi-no-Mikoto stands nearby, and it is a quiet place worth visiting during a walk.
For a deeper look into Kaike Onsen, you may also like:
– A Stay in Kaike Onsen — A Quiet Seaside Hot Spring Town
Kaichoen
A traditional ryokan with roots going back to the Taisho era.
Its rock bath is said to be connected to a legend involving Onisaburo Deguchi, and the inn has been loved by writers and artists over time.
The building itself carries a sense of history, and simply staying here allows you to feel the passage of time.
The hot spring is carefully maintained, and the atmosphere invites you to slow down.
Mitsui Bekkan
Located near the Kaike Tourism Center, this ryokan has an open and accessible atmosphere.
The bath features agate stones, offering a gentle and calming experience.
It retains the warmth of a traditional inn without being overly formal, making it easy to relax.
→ Find a comfortable stay in the heart of the onsen town
Tsuruya
A 9-story ryokan located in the center of Kaike Onsen.
It has long been familiar to local residents, and remains a well-known presence in the area.
From the upper floors, you can enjoy views of both the Sea of Japan and Mt. Daisen.
The combination of scenery and hot spring creates a sense of openness and quiet luxury.
Kikunoya
A traditional ryokan facing the sea.
With the shoreline just steps away, it is a place where you can enjoy quiet walks and the sound of waves.
The atmosphere is calm and unhurried, and the attentive hospitality makes it easy to settle into a slower rhythm.
→ Stay near the ocean and unwind by the sea
Kasuitei
One of the most well-known ryokan in Kaike Onsen.
With spacious grounds and refined interiors, it offers a more resort-like stay.
Large windows open toward the sea, and facilities such as lounges and spa services add to the experience.
→ Discover a relaxing seaside stay with open views
Along the coast of Kaike Onsen, each ryokan offers a slightly different way of spending time.
Closer to the waves.
From a higher vantage point.
Or quietly within the town.
Where you stay shapes how you experience this place.
Kaike Onsen is not just a place to stay —
it is a place where you can choose how to spend your time.
Where to go next
– Yonago Station — A Gateway to Matsue, Izumo, and Beyond
– Matsue — A Town of Shadows and Quiet Beauty