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Yonago Onsen Tottori

Yonago, Tottori Prefecture, Japan
Yonago Onsen Tottori
Location
Yonago, Tottori Prefecture, Japan
Water type
sodium chloride
Temperature
41 °C
pH
7.3

Water profile

Thermicity
Sedative
41 °C
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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Yonago Onsen is situated in Yonago city in Tottori Prefecture of western Japan, where chloride-rich thermal waters flow from deep underground to create an immersive and restorative bathing experience characteristic of the San'in region's hot spring culture. The sodium-chloride composition of these natural hot springs is well regarded for the softness it leaves on the skin and the deep sense of relaxation it brings within the classical Japanese thermal tradition. Located near the foot of Mount Daisen, Japan's sacred volcanic peak, bathers here are enveloped in a landscape of profound natural and cultural significance that embodies the ancient Japanese art of onsen bathing.

Insider tip — Yonago Onsen taps into saline Miocene-era formations beneath the San-in coast of western Honshu, delivering sodium-chloride water that leaves a faint mineral film on the skin. The city sits where the Chugoku Mountains meet the Sea of Japan, and on clear days Mount Daisen's volcanic silhouette dominates the northern skyline from outdoor baths. The seafood market district is a five-minute walk, making a post-soak crab dinner a natural conclusion to the visit.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 41 °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).