Kagoshima Onsen Tokinosumika
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
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
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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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Kagoshima Onsen Tokinosumika is located in Kagoshima, in the eponymous prefecture in Japan. Its sulfurous water is heated to 44°C and feeds an indoor bath as well as an outdoor rotenburo, with a sauna.
Insider tip — Tokinosumika — dwelling in time — evokes the meditative quality Kagoshima bathers seek amid the constant activity of Sakurajima. The sulfurous water here has been used for generations to treat skin conditions and ease joint pain.
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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.