Hwai Onsen
Yonago, Tottori, Japan
- Location
- Yonago, Tottori, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Effortless float
LowHigh
Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
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Hawai Onsen (はわい温泉) is an onsen in the town of Yurihama, Tōhaku District, in Japan's Tottori Prefecture, one of the most appreciated thermal destinations in the region. It forms part of Misasa-Tōgōko Prefectural Natural Park, and some of the onsen district's lakeside area sits within Lake Tōgō Hawai Seaside Park. The sodium-chloride waters of this onsen are enjoyed for their warmth and the characteristic softening quality of chloride-rich baths, set against the tranquil scenery of Lake Tōgō and the Japan Sea coast.
Insider tip — Hwai Onsen lies in the San'in coastal region near the Tottori-Shimane border, where sodium-chloride springs emerge along the fault system bordering the Sea of Japan. The salty, warming mineral water is prized locally for its skin-softening properties. The area is famous for its sand dunes and crab cuisine; bathing here after a day exploring the coast is a San'in tradition.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 40 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sodium chloride water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).