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Horita Onsen

Beppu, Oita, Japan
Horita Onsen
Location
Beppu, Oita, Japan
Water type
sulfurous, thermal
Temperature
44 °C
pH
6.5

Water profile

Thermicity
Sedative
44 °C
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

Horita Onsen, in the hot-spring region of Beppu, Oita Prefecture, draws sulfurous thermal water at 44°C. Bathers can use an indoor bath, an outdoor bath (rotenburo) and a sauna.

Insider tip — Beppu produces more hot spring water than anywhere on Earth outside Yellowstone — over 130,000 liters per minute across eight distinct spring zones. Horita Onsen is a neighborhood sento feeding from this extraordinary geothermal system. Arrive early morning for the local custom of 'asa-yu' (morning bath), particularly popular in Beppu where hot spring use is deeply woven into daily life. The sulfurous steam rising from street grates is a constant reminder of the volcanic forces simmering underfoot.
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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 & thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.