SPAWORLD HOTEL&RESORT

In short

A large spa and leisure complex in the Shinsekai area of Osaka. It features baths themed after various countries around the world, stone saunas representing eight nations, and a pool affectionately known as "Spapoo." It opened in 1997, and in 2023, a hotel was newly established and it reopened under its current name.

• ​Touring World Baths​​: The European Zone on the 4th floor and the Asian Zone on the 6th floor alternate monthly between men and women. Baths include an Ancient Roman bath, a bath recreating the Blue Grotto, and the Sanoyu area
• ​Sauna Theater and World Stone Saunas​​: The sauna theater in the German area, accommodating up to 140 people, hosts Aufguss shows. The stone saunas offer rooms themed after different nations, including a room recreating a Korean hanjeungmak
• ​"Spapoo" Pool​​: The indoor area on the 8th floor includes an amusement pool with water slides and a flowing pool, as well as a kids' pool accessible from 0 years of age. People with irezumi (tattoos) are not permitted to enter the pool

History and Highlights

​SPAWORLD HOTEL&RESORT​ is a large spa and leisure complex featuring baths themed after various countries around the world, stone saunas representing eight nations, and a swimming pool facility affectionately known as "Spapoo." It is located in the area known as Shinsekai, right near Tsutenkaku Tower and Janjan Yokocho.

Opening in 1997 with eight floors above ground and one basement floor covering a total floor area of over 45,000 square meters, the facility was formerly named "Spa World: Sekai no Dai-Onsen." In 2023, a major renovation added a newly established hotel, and it reopened under its current name in July. In November 2025, the bathing areas were also extensively revitalized, adding an area modeled after German hot spring resorts and a traditional Japanese space called the "Sanoyu" area.

Sights and Experiences

• ​Touring World Baths​​: The European Zone on the 4th floor and the Asian Zone on the 6th floor alternate monthly between men and women. The facility offers uniquely conceived baths from various countries, including an Ancient Roman bath recreating the Trevi Fountain, a bath recreating the Blue Grotto of Capri in Italy, an Islamic hammam bath resembling a mosque courtyard, and the Sanoyu area featuring seasonal projections cast onto shoji paper screens.
• ​Sauna Theater and World Stone Saunas​​: The German area features a large sauna theater accommodating up to 140 people, hosting Aufguss performance shows synchronized with music and light visuals. The stone saunas offer rooms themed after different nations, including a room recreating a Korean hanjeungmak and a room inspired by a Russian banya steam bath.
• ​"Spapoo" Pool​​: The indoor area on the 8th floor includes an amusement pool with water slides and a flowing pool, as well as a kids' pool accessible from 0 years of age. Please note that individuals with tattoos are not permitted to enter the pool.

Walking Tips

The facility is right near Exit 5 of Dobutsuen-mae Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji and Sakaisuji Lines, or the East Exit of Shin-Imamiya Station on the JR Loop Line. Janjan Yokocho is located about 100 meters to the northeast, and Tsutenkaku Tower stands about 370 meters to the north. Tennoji Zoo is situated about 310 meters to the northeast, making it convenient to visit before or after strolling around Shinsekai.