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Yamatoya Honten Ashiyu Cafe "Futohoto"

Yamatoya Honten Ashiyu Cafe "Futohoto"

A collaboration between a long-established ryokan and a popular café, offering a unique combination of "foot bath" and "café."

7 Oct 2026 See More

While visiting Dogo Onsen, I unexpectedly found this brand-new footbath café opened by the historic Yamatoya ryokan. Regular visitors can enjoy it without staying at the ryokan!

What’s unusual is that they don’t sell admission tickets. Each person just needs to order at least one drink to use the footbath, and a complimentary footbath towel is also provided. Sipping a drink while soaking my feet in the warm water, I gradually felt completely relaxed. Greenery has been deliberately planted along the side facing the road, so sitting there feels like being in a forest, surrounded by lush greenery.

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If you like financiers, you definitely have to try this place~ As soon as I opened the package, the rich aromas of cultured butter and freshly ground almonds immediately filled the air! The outside was slightly crisp, while the inside was moist. They’re very finely made and also make a generous gift.

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