A famous hot spring destination for over a millennium. The sight of tourists wearing yukata (light cotton kimono) and clacking geta (traditional wooden sandals) as they walk through the city has been shared on social media, attracting attention both domestically and internationally.
The Toyooka Theater Festival takes place at various venues, including artist-in-residence facilities specializing in performing arts at the Kinosaki International Arts Center (KIAC) and local ryokan (Japanese-style hotels), such as the one frequented by the literary master Naoya Shiga. Additionally, there are plenty of highly recommended activities, such as touring shrines and riding the Ropeway.