Spa Seare in Saka or Spa Seare YAMATO in Kure?
Compare Saka’s documented natural spring and late hours with YAMATO’s station-side rooftop baths, saunas and lower weekday entry.
Checked: 2026-09-27
The similar names are an easy source of confusion. Asian Resort Spa Seare in Saka and Spa Seare YAMATO in Kure are separate facilities. If natural spring water is the reason for your visit, Saka has current spring details on its official site. YAMATO’s current site describes baths and saunas but does not publish a current spring name or analysis.
YAMATO opened on July 31, 2026, in the Reccle building beside JR Kure Station. Its operator explicitly says the new business is unrelated to the former SPA SOLANI Yamato Onsen, which occupied the same address. Historical spring-use records for the old operation are not evidence about the new one.
Pick by what you want to do
| Asian Resort Spa Seare, Saka | Spa Seare YAMATO, Kure | |
|---|---|---|
| Natural spring | Confirmed; the operator lists Saka Ushio-no-ka Onsen and its spring classification | Not confirmed by the current operator’s published facility information |
| Standard adult admission | ¥1,200; member rate ¥1,000 | ¥1,000 weekdays, ¥1,100 weekends and holidays; special periods ¥1,200 |
| Hours | Open 24 hours, but bath cleaning runs 8–10 a.m.; normally closes on the second Tuesday and Wednesday of each month | 9 a.m.–11 p.m.; last admission 10 p.m.; closes on the first Wednesday and Thursday of each month |
| Station | About a 3-minute walk from JR Saka Station | About a 1-minute walk from JR Kure Station |
| Main reason to go | Natural spring, several bath areas and the option to stay overnight in the facility | Rooftop views, multiple sauna rooms and an easy stop beside the station |
These are the operators’ standard rates; special periods and temporary closures can change the practical choice. Check each facility’s latest notice before travelling.
Saka is the spring-first choice
Seare lists its spring as Saka Ushio-no-ka Onsen, a weakly radioactive sodium-chloride strong-saline spring. The source is drawn from about 1,000 metres underground and the operator says it is used in outdoor baths. This is the better-supported choice if you have travelled specifically to soak in a documented natural spring.
The baths close for cleaning from 8 to 10 a.m. The facility normally closes on the second Tuesday and Wednesday of the month; dates can shift around holidays, so check its monthly schedule.
| Seare charge | Amount and conditions |
|---|---|
| Overnight entry, 1–5 a.m. | ¥1,000 surcharge |
| Towel set | ¥300 |
| Relaxation set | ¥1,100; includes indoor wear, bath towels, face towel, blanket and heated-stone-area towel |
The relaxation set allows a stay of up to 24 hours. It is an in-facility rest option, not a hotel room.
On weekends and public holidays, Seare also rents rooms with private outdoor baths by the hour. The operator’s fee page lists a two-hour room at ¥4,000 extra, with longer blocks priced separately. Check availability and whether the natural spring bath is operating on the date you want; the private room is a paid add-on to admission.
YAMATO works better as a Kure stop
YAMATO’s value is its position and facilities, not a claim about spring water. JR Kure Station is roughly a minute away, and the Kure Central Pier is around a five-minute walk. The rooftop has Japanese- and Western-style outdoor baths with views over Kure. The two styles switch between the men’s and women’s sides weekly, so the view and exact layout depend on the week.
YAMATO has sauna rooms on floors five and six, including stadium, dry and mist saunas, plus cold baths and rest areas. Its charges are:
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Standard admission, weekdays | ¥1,000 |
| Standard admission, weekends and public holidays | ¥1,100 |
| Standard admission, special periods | ¥1,200 |
| Towel set | ¥300 |
| Relaxation set | ¥800; adds indoor clothing and a heated-stone-area mat towel |
YAMATO closes at 11 p.m. and normally shuts on the first Wednesday and Thursday of each month. It has lounge areas where guests may nap during opening hours, but it does not provide bedding or overnight accommodation. There is no point paying for the relaxation set if you only have time for a quick bath and sauna.
The old name and the new facility are not interchangeable
The previous Kure venue at this address had separate spring records. YAMATO’s operator says it has no management or operational connection to that business. YAMATO publishes no spring source, water analysis or treatment method, so its natural-onsen status is unverified. It is best described as a bath-and-sauna facility.
Both locations have tattoo restrictions that include stickers and body paint. Seare in Saka also has rules for children using mixed-gender baths; YAMATO’s current policy limits mixed bathing to preschool children and requires guardians for children. Check the detailed rules if either issue affects your visit.
The short version: take the JR Kure Line to Saka when the natural spring or overnight access matters. Choose YAMATO when you are already in Kure and want an easy rooftop-bath and sauna stop close to the station.
Sources
- Asian Resort Spa Seare: [spring details](https://seare.jp/annai), [bath areas](https://seare.jp/bath), [fees and private rooms](https://seare.jp/charge), [hours and access](https://seare.jp/eigyou) - Spa Seare YAMATO: [facility information, fees and access](https://spaseare-yamato.jp/about), [baths and saunas](https://spaseare-yamato.jp/spa), [FAQ and visitor rules](https://spaseare-yamato.jp/faq), [opening announcement](https://spaseare-yamato.jp/news/1.html)Tags: Hiroshima, Kure, Saka, sauna, day-use onsen, comparison
