90 minutes · Footbath, little shops & snacks
If you enjoy walking and want to see more of the town, spend less time browsing and continue to Tōsen Shrine. This optional detour involves slopes and steps.
From the Kin no Yu area, head towards Onsenji Temple and Tōsen Shrine, following maps and local signs. Reallocate roughly 25–35 minutes of your 90-minute visit for the walk, a short visit and return. This is an estimate; also leave time to reach the pickup point.
The shrine honours deities connected with the legends of Arima’s hot-spring origins. It offers a quieter glimpse of the town’s history beyond the shopping streets.
Stay near Kin no Yu if you would rather avoid stairs. Skip the detour when paths are wet or time is short. You do not need to fit in both the shrine and the paid museum exhibitions.