Yudanaka Shibu Onsen
Yamanouchi, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
- Location
- Yamanouchi, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 50 °C
- pH
- 7.6
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.
Chlorurée sodique
Yudanaka Station is a railway station in the town of Yamanouchi, Nagano, Japan, operated by the private railway operating company Nagano Electric Railway. Yudanaka Station is a gateway to seasonal mountain and outdoor activities, including hiking and skiing or snowboarding, and to Jigokudani Monkey Park where Japanese macaques soak in an outdoor hot spring.
Insider tip — The private bath at the ryokan while the snow falls outside, with the monkeys visible = the definition of perfection.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 50 °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: Décembre|Janvier|Février|Mars.