Nakatane-cho Onsen Hoyo Center
Nakatane, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan
- Location
- Nakatane, Kagoshima Prefecture, 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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Nakatane-cho Onsen Hoyo Center is a thermal bathhouse in Nakatane, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. The sulfurous water reaches around 44°C, with an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo-style bath and a sauna.
Insider tip — Perched on Tanegashima Island off Kagoshima, this municipal onsen wellness center draws on the island's volcanic geology to deliver sulfurous waters prized locally for skin-softening properties. Tanegashima is more famous for its space launch facilities, making a soak here an unusual juxtaposition of cutting-edge technology and ancient bathing tradition. The facility serves islanders year-round and offers a genuine, non-touristy onsen experience. Evening visits provide a serene atmosphere as fishing boats return to the nearby harbor.
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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 (idéal automne-hiver).