Kinosaki Literary Museum

The Kinosaki Literary Museum is located in the heart of Kinosaki Onsen, which has long been a subject of songs and novels, such as the masterpiece "At Kinosaki" by novelist Shiga Naoya, who visited the hot spring for medical treatment and incorporated his experiences into the story. The museum has been renovated in 2016 to celebrate its 20th anniversary and features exhibits on writers and works associated with Kinosaki Onsen, as well as artistic expressions of passages from "At Kinosaki" using digital signage.

In addition to the permanent exhibition of materials on past literary figures and the history of Kinosaki Onsen, the museum also hosts special exhibitions that introduce the unique connections between contemporary writers and Kinosaki. Next to the entrance of the museum, there is a hand and foot bath available, reflecting the hot spring town atmosphere, which can be used from 9:00am to 4:30pm on weekends and holidays.

On the first floor, there is a shop and salon where books with the "Books and Hot Springs" label, which can only be purchased in Kinosaki Onsen, and original products are sold. Drinks are also available to enjoy in the museum or at the foot bath.