Buko Onsen
Kagoshima, Kagoshima, Japan
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- 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
Buko Onsen is a bathhouse in Kagoshima, on Japan's Kyushu island. Its sulfurous water reaches 44°C and is split between an indoor bath and an outdoor rotenburo, alongside a sauna.
Insider tip — Buko Onsen is a community sento in the volcanic landscape of Kagoshima city. The area's geology means each neighborhood draws its own slightly different mineral profile from the same underlying volcanic aquifer.
Nearby
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.