The 6 Best Massage & Relaxation in Osaka

1.Osaka Temple Head Spa &Matcha Facial – Refresh & Glow〈90min〉

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 2 hours · from $141Our pick

Spend about two hours at an Osaka temple for a welcome drink, yukata change, incense offering, bell meditation, foot bath, scalp massage, matcha facial, tea ceremony, and smartphone photos. Treatment time is listed as 90 minutes, and the small group is limited to three people.

“Lovely experience - highly recommend for anyone in Osaka, relaxing massage and brilliant tea ceremony!”

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2.Tennen Onsen Naniwa-no-Yu, the famous hot spring spa

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 19 reviews · 1 day · from $5Best value

Spend a day at Tennen Onsen Naniwa-no-Yu, an Osaka hot spring on the 8th floor. Soak in naturally carbonated mineral water pumped from 659 meters below ground, enjoy city views, and use the indoor and outdoor baths at your own pace. Towels cost extra, while soap and shampoo are provided.

“It was ok. My first time and it’s not really my thing. Stayed for 30mins and left. Too hot for me.”

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3.Osaka Temple ：Warm Bamboo Oil Massage – Deep Restore〈90min〉

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 2 hours · from $129

Spend two hours at an Osaka temple with a welcome drink, yukata, incense ritual, Zen meditation, foot bath, bamboo oil massage, Reiki-style relaxation, matcha, sweets, and smartphone photos. English and Japanese support is available, with groups limited to three people.

“We did this activity as a couple. It was a wonderful experience that allowed us to relax during our trip. The welcome and the treatments were perfect. We were very happy, I highly recommend it! Nous avons fait cette activité en couple. C'était une riche expérience qui nous a permis de nous détendre pendant notre voyage. L'accueil et les soins étaient parfaits. Nous étions très heureux, je recommande fortement !”

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4.Japanese Zen Massage and Facial at the Temple/180-min

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 3 hours · from $258

At a historic Osaka temple, you’ll change into a yukata, offer incense, meditate with a bell, enjoy a foot bath, and receive a full-body oil massage with warm bamboo fascia release. A matcha facial, head spa, tea ceremony, sweets, and complimentary smartphone photos complete this three-hour wellness visit.

“Wonderful relaxing and peaceful experience. Exactly what is needed after a few days of exploring.”

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5.Bamboo Healing Massage at the Temple <90-min>

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $130

Meet near Kitahorie for a 90-minute Japan-style wellness visit at a traditional temple. You’ll receive a foot bath, full-body oil massage, bamboo fascia release, a yukata photo, temple guidance, and tea with wagashi. The private experience takes about two hours.

“This might be my favorite thing I've done in Japan. It's an amazing experience! If you like massages or if you have never gotten a massage, you NEED to do this! I loved getting to do this and I'm glad my anxiety about traveling solo didn't get iRead more”

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6.ZEN therapy | Shiatsu-style massage, EnergyTherapy & Japanese Tea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $57

At MAITRII in Osaka, you change into a samue robe for a private shiatsu-style body treatment paired with Japanese energy therapy. The session ends with matcha, a tea sweet, and a written treatment report. Choose from 30 to 120 minutes, though the advertised booking is about one hour.

“Well worth the price! My body was so tired and the treatments left me feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. I’m so glad I found this treatment.”

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