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Shibaseki Onsen: tattoo policy

柴石温泉 · Sento (public bathhouse) · Beppu, Oita

We found no tattoo rule on Shibaseki Onsen’s official website (checked 9 Oct 2026), so treat it as unknown and ask the facility before you go.

Can you go to Shibaseki Onsen with tattoos?

Not stated on official site

Not stated on official site. We could not find any rule about tattoos on Shibaseki Onsen’s official website, FAQ or rules page. That is not the same as “allowed” — contact the facility before you go.

Official source: https://www.city.beppu.oita.jp/sisetu/shieionsen/detail13.html — checked 9 Oct 2026

Does Shibaseki Onsen have a private bath?

Yes — the official site lists a private family bath. It does not say whether tattoos are OK in it.

Type
Private family bath
Booking
1 hour per use, up to 4 people; reservation method not stated (city FAQ says no municipal onsen accepts bathing reservations)
Tattoos OK there?
Not stated on official site
Note
Municipal family bath (kazoku-yu).

Source: https://www.city.beppu.oita.jp/sisetu/shieionsen/detail13.html

Where is Shibaseki Onsen and how do you get there?

Address
〒874-0016 別府市野田4組
Nearest station
Bus from JR Beppu Station East Exit to 'Shibaseki Onsen Iriguchi' (approx. 30 min), then 5 min walk
Area
Beppu · Beppu, Oita
Official website
https://www.city.beppu.oita.jp/sisetu/shieionsen/detail13.html

Address and access are copied as stated on the official site.

Sources

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