Quince Moriyoshi Onsen Is Open Again: Prices, Hours and How to Get There
Quince Moriyoshi reopened on September 20 after cleaning and water testing. Check its ¥500 adult admission and latest notices before travelling to Akita.
Quince Moriyoshi stands beside Animaeda Onsen Station on the Akita Nairiku Line, with no last-mile bus or taxi needed. Its bath, restaurant, shop and guest rooms make it an easy stop on a rail trip through northern Akita.
After a water test detected Legionella on August 7, 2026, the facility cleaned and disinfected the equipment and tubs, then ran a follow-up test. Bathing resumed on September 20. Check the facility’s latest notices before travelling in case of a later interruption.
Day-use bathing: current prices and hours
| Detail | Published information |
|---|---|
| Adults (junior high school age and up) | ¥500 |
| Elementary school pupils | ¥300 |
| Younger children | Free |
| Bathing hours | 9 a.m.–9 p.m. |
| Last admission | 8:30 p.m. |
| Baths listed | Large bath, smaller bath and open-air bath |
| Spring type | Calcium–sodium chloride spring |
These are the facility’s regular rates. On selected Customer Appreciation Days from January to July 2026, admission was discounted to ¥400 for adults and ¥200 for elementary school pupils. Those were one-day offers, not a change to the standard price.
The water is described as a calcium–sodium chloride spring. The facility lists cuts and skin conditions among its general bathing indications; that is not a substitute for medical advice. Its public bath page does not give current source temperature, pH, flow rate or full details of water treatment. Older figures circulating online may refer to a different analysis, so they are best left out unless the facility publishes an up-to-date report.
The September reopening, in context
On August 7, the facility announced that a bath-water test had detected Legionella bacteria and that hot-spring bathing would stop while it investigated and disinfected the system. Its August 20 update said the equipment and baths had been disinfected, but the reopening date was still undecided.
The next update, dated September 19, changed the picture: after cleaning and disinfection, a follow-up test confirmed safety, and bathing would resume the following day. The restaurant and shop had remained open during the bath closure. If another service interruption is announced, follow the dated notice rather than an older listing or the regular hours page.
Getting there by train
Quince Moriyoshi shares the station building with Animaeda Onsen Station, making it one of the easier rural hot springs to reach without a car. The Akita Nairiku Line runs between Kakunodate and Takanosu, but its timetable is seasonal and can change. Check the railway’s current schedule against the facility’s bathing hours before planning a same-day stop; the onsen’s last admission is 8:30 p.m.
The facility’s access page also lists driving and air-travel examples, including a shared taxi from Odate-Noshiro Airport. Those sample connections can go stale, so confirm them with the operator for your travel date rather than treating the page as a live timetable.
If you are already travelling through Animaeda, the restaurant and shop give you a reason to stop even when a soak is not on the plan. The dining room lists lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (last order 1:30 p.m.) and dinner from 5:30 to 8 p.m. (last order 7:30 p.m.); the facility warns that these hours can change without notice.
What to know before booking a stay
Room reservations are open. Bath operation on your dates is unconfirmed; check the schedule with the facility before choosing a room. Tattoo policy is unconfirmed.
For other Akita bathing options, compare Tamagawa and Shin-Tamagawa Onsen for a day trip or see the practical day-trip guide to Okuyama Ryokan at Doroyu Onsen. If the water’s handling matters to you, these explain how to read spring-quality descriptions and the difference between source temperature and bath temperature.
Quick questions
Is Quince Moriyoshi open for bathing now?
The facility announced that bathing resumed on September 20, 2026, after cleaning, disinfection and a follow-up test. Check its latest notice for any later changes.
How much does a day visit cost?
The regular listing is ¥500 for adults, ¥300 for elementary school pupils, and free for younger children. Selected 2026 Customer Appreciation Days had lower promotional prices.
When is the last admission?
The regular hours are 9 a.m.–9 p.m., with last admission at 8:30 p.m. Confirm before travelling in case of a temporary change.
Can I reach it without a car?
Yes. The facility is attached to Animaeda Onsen Station on the Akita Nairiku Line. Check train times for your date, since service frequency and connections can affect how long you can stay.
Is the bath tattoo-friendly?
The facility’s public information does not say. Contact Quince Moriyoshi directly at +81 186-60-7000 before your visit.
