Minami Yugawara Onsen
Minami Yugawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
- Location
- Minami Yugawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 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.
BicarbonatesSodiumCalcium
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Insider tip — Minami Yugawara is a secluded inner valley continuation of the famous Yugawara hot spring resort, its bicarbonate waters running along the forested Obaradani gorge. The handful of traditional ryokan here offer a quieter alternative to the busier main town, with baths positioned beside the rushing Kida River. Waters at 40°C have a smooth, slightly alkaline quality that soothes fatigued muscles after mountain hiking. The area is only an hour from Tokyo, making it an accessible single-night escape into deep nature.
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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 bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).