The grilled eel was super fragrant—slightly charred on the outside and really tender inside. The sauce isn’t overly sweet, and with the white rice it goes down so smoothly. Every bite was consistently solid.
The portion doesn’t look flashy, but it was actually pretty filling.
Maruya Honten Osaka Umekita Green Place Branch | Review by Sunny Wang
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The water here is pretty gentle—not too harsh—so soaking feels really comfortable and soothing. The best part is you can spend the afternoon at Tojinbo, enjoying the sea breeze and sunset, then come back in the evening to relax in the hot spring. It feels like a total reset for your body. If you want a chill hot spring trip with great views, this spot is definitely worth it.