LaQua Spa Onsen @ Tokyo Dome

The Japanese are famous for their hotsprings obsession and so Tokyo’s full of public bathes (sentos), big and small, private and public, some of which enjoy a steady stream of natural hotsprings (onsens). One of the more up-market posh options for hotsprings in Tokyo and a recommended spot by many recent guidebooks is the LaQau Spa super-onsen which is set next to a theme-park + shopping complex + baseball stadium the Tokyo Dome.

For ~2500yen you can enjoy the hotsprings all day long, with an additional 500yen for the relaxation area on the 7th and 8th floor (worth it if you’re tired and not pressed for time). Considering that it’s Tokyo, It’s not that expensive. Sure, it’s not the China/Taiwan prices I’m used to, but I’d say they’ve set a new standard when it comes to the hotsprings experience.

Since cameras are not allowed inside, here are some of the photos from their Japanese website which may give you a sense of what things look like :

Laqua Spa’s Men’s hotsprings

Laqua Spa’s 7th-8th floor heated relaxation area

Yes, it’s that beautiful and there’s a view outside overlooking the theme-park.

Laqua Spa’s Comfy sofas with private TV screens

Laqua Spa’s Asian food restaurant

It’s well worth your visit.

Opening hours : A.M. 11:00~ A.M 9:00 (next day).

Price : Day time: ¥2,565.  Night time extra charge (1:00am ~ 6:00am) : ¥1,890 (still cheaper than 90% of the Tokyo hotels).

Tip : There are discount vouchers offered by the relatively affordable Tokyo Dome Hotel, if you’re staying there.

More about Tokyo Dome and LaQua theme park :

• Tokyo Dome
• Amusement Review: Tokyo Dome City (Bunkyo-ku)

More about LaQua Spa :

• Tokyo Super Sentos