Hanazono Onsen
Ikoma, Nara, Japan
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- Location
- Ikoma, Nara, Japan
- Water type
- iron-rich
- Temperature
- 41 °C
- pH
- 6.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh
Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Hanazono Onsen welcomes bathers in Ikoma, Nara prefecture, a region rich in history. The iron-rich water emerges at 41°C. An indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna make up this onsen with its characteristic reddish hue.
Insider tip — Hanazono Onsen is a suburban day-spa facility on the eastern slopes of the Ikoma Mountains near Nara, drawing iron-rich thermal waters from the volcanic substrata beneath the Yamato basin. The reddish-tinged baths have a characteristically warm, enveloping quality that promotes deep muscle relaxation after hikes on the Ikoma ridge trails above. The facility commands sweeping views over the Osaka metropolitan plain stretching westward to the sea. A convenient thermal retreat easily combined with a morning visit to the ancient temples of Nara city.
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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 iron-rich water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).