Sounkyo Onsen
Kamikawa, Hokkaido, Japan
- Location
- Kamikawa, Hokkaido, Japan
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 55 °C
- pH
- 7.8
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
Sodique chlorurée bicarbonatée
Sōunkyō is a range of gorges located in Kamikawa, Hokkaidō, Japan. Situated in the Daisetsuzan National Park, the area is known for its hotels and onsen resorts as well as waterfalls and magnificent cliffs scenery. The term "Sōunkyō" means respectively the layer (層), cloud (雲) and gorge (峡) in Japanese, and the origin of the name is a word "Souunbetsu" in the Ainu language, which means "the river with many waterfalls".
Insider tip — October in the Sounkyo gorges is among the most beautiful autumn spectacles in the world.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 55 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Septembre|Octobre|Novembre|Février|Mars|Avril.