MINAKA Odawara Observatory Footbath Garden

Flow of the course

About this spot

This is a free rooftop footbath garden on the 14th floor of the Tower Wing of MINAKA Odawara, directly connected to Odawara Station. It's open from 10:00 to 18:00. Below, the streets of Odawara and Sagami Bay open up before you, with the mountain ranges of Hakone and Tanzawa visible on clear days. In the evening, you can soak your feet while watching the town glow crimson at dusk, and in seasons when the days are shorter, you can even catch the evening scene as the town's lights begin to switch on before closing time - a prime spot right in front of Odawara Station.

Season & hours

Tips

Don't forget to bring a towel. Since it closes at 18:00, if you're aiming for the evening view, it's a good idea to check the sunset time and head up a bit early. Your body cools down easily after soaking your feet, so put on a jacket before heading back. Since it's directly connected to the station, there's less to worry about on the way home in the dark, which is a nice point for families with children.

Best time to visit

Evening, just before closing - the highlight is the time when the sky and town change color toward sunset

Access & map

250-0011 Kanagawa Prefecture, Odawara City, Sakaecho 1-1-21