Umegafuchi Onsen
Kagoshima, Kagoshima, Japan
- Location
- Kagoshima, Kagoshima, Japan
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 44 °C
- pH
- 6.5
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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Umegafuchi Onsen is located in Kagoshima, on Japan's Kyushu island. The sulfurous water is heated to 44°C and feeds an indoor bath and an outdoor rotenburo, alongside a sauna.
Insider tip — Umegafuchi sits in the northern suburbs of Kagoshima, where Sakurajima's volcanic plume is a permanent backdrop. The sulfurous spring water carries a distinctive scent that locals regard as the smell of good health.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 44 °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?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.