In Nukumi Onsen Kaitakuki, players develop vacant lots in the onsen town of Nukumi.

Nukumi Onsen Kaitakuki is a bag building game, with many paths to victory. Many characters and helpers from the previous game, Nukumi Onsen Hanjouki, also appear in this game, supporting the player in various ways!

On their turn, players gain helpers, and resources and then complete actions by drawing tokens from their bag. Players can move their pieces around the central game board, and build buildings, developing the profile of the town as a fun place with delicious foods.

Player gain victory points by building buildings, playing helper cards, earning money, and a number of potential bonuses! At the end of 5 rounds, the player with the most victory points is the winner!