Kii Tanabe Onsen Wakayama
Tanabe, Japan
- Location
- Tanabe, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 45 °C
- pH
- 7.9
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.
SodiumChlorureMagnésium
Kii Tanabe Onsen is a welcoming hot spring in Tanabe city on the Kii Peninsula of Wakayama Prefecture, historically the gateway city where pilgrims begin the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes into the sacred Kumano mountain heartland. The chloride-based thermal waters warm the body effectively and soothe muscles wearied by long mountain walking, making the onsen a natural first or last stop on any Kumano pilgrimage journey. Tanabe's coastal setting on Tanabe Bay, with fresh Pacific seafood and mild Kishu climate, adds a welcoming, unhurried character to the bathing experience.
Insider tip — At Kii Tanabe Onsen Wakayama, the water at 45°C helps relieve rheumatic and ENT disorders in a Japanese mountain setting.
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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 sodium chloride water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Décembre|Janvier|Février.