Kaminokawa Onsen
Kagoshima, Kagoshima, Japan
- Location
- Kagoshima, Kagoshima, Japan
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 44 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh
Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
SoufreSulfuresSulfates
Kaminokawa Onsen is a hot spring bathhouse located in Kagoshima, in southern Japan. Its sulfurous water reaches 44°C and feeds an indoor bath as well as an outdoor rotenburo, with a sauna.
Insider tip — Kaminokawa Onsen sits in the western suburbs of Kagoshima, closer to the Kirishima volcanic range. The name upper-river onsen suggests a spring source in the hills above the city — the water has a particularly deep mineral character.
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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.