Shibu Onsen

Yamanouchi Nagano, Japan

Location: Yamanouchi Nagano, Japan
Water type: sulfurous
Temperature: 45 °C
pH: 8.4

Water profile

Thermicity

Sedative

45 °C

LowHigh

Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.

Mineralisation

Bio-active

LowHigh

Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.

Buoyancy

Standard buoyancy

LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

SodiumChlorureSoufreBicarbonate

Shibu Onsen, in Yamanouchi, Nagano Prefecture, is a traditional hot-spring village known for its nine public bathhouses scattered among ryokan inns, visited with a stamp-collecting tour booklet. The sulfurous water reaches 45°C. Nearby are the snow monkeys of Jigokudani Park and the Shiga Kogen ski area.

Insider tip — In winter, watch the Japanese macaques bathing in the springs at Jigokudani — the most photographed image in Japan.

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?

The water runs quite hot here, around 45 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.

What type of water is found here?

This spot features sulfurous water.

What is the best season to visit?