Sumiyu 墨湯
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Onsen · Hakone

Can I go to Hakone Kowakien Yunessun with tattoos?

箱根小涌園ユネッサン

Cover OK

Yes, covered. Wear a rash guard in the swimsuit area; in the Mori-no-Yu baths, tattoos must fit under two venue patches.

Not yet confirmed with the venue. Treat this as a lead and check before you go.

The rules, area by area

Indoor bath
OK if covered
Outdoor bath (rotenburo)
OK if covered
Pool
OK if covered
Cover patches sold here
Yes
Private bath
No private bath

Official FAQ: tattoos refused in principle; swimsuit area "Yunessun" usable if tattoos are hidden, e.g. with a rash guard (rentals available); day-use bath "Mori no Yu" only if fully covered by two of the venue’s paid cover patches.

Welcome once covered. Check the size limit.

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Pick your tattoo, then show this to staff or paste it into an email.

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