I love Spa World. I was a regular visitor when I lived in Osaka, and I always go back when I visit. I've taken friends too, and they've all loved it. As mentioned in other reviews, tattoos are not allowed, but if you've got small ones that can be covered up with band aids, then you can get away with... more

I went to spa world in November of '06 the men's floor for that month was the Asian spas. The outdoor spas were perfect at that time of the year as the air was a little chilly, but the tubs were very warm. The hottest spa by far on the floor is the Islam spa, which is great for melting... more

What a remarkable find. A whole building filled with water based experiences. One floor is just for women , one just for men, and they change which floor these are once a month. In addition, there are two floors for everyone...a restaurant floor and a Everybody floor with waterslides, floating rivers, and children's area. The women's floor this month was... more

it is amazing how much i love that place. i brought my american friend who has a fear of being naked in public places, but even she left with the biggest smile on her face. there's a gym, restraunts, lounging areas, .. you can stay over night (an alternative to a hotel in a way..) it's such an amzing place,... more

You are not able to enter spa world with a tattoo...it is frowned upon in Japan. Didn't find out till I got there and read there restrictions. The brochure looks and sounds great however I never got to find out firsthand. more

Festival gate itself isn't much of a sightseeing place to visit. It's pretty run down and there isn't much to do. Other than SPAWORLD!! This is a really cool place to spend a few hours with your friends. You go in and buy a ticket from a machine. Cost varies, sometimes they have deals where it's only 1000 yen for... more