Yu no Tsubo Onsen
Yufuin, Yufu, Ōita, Japan
- Location
- Yufuin, Yufu, Ōita, Japan
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 43 °C
- pH
- 8
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesSodiumCalcium
Yu no Tsubo Onsen is also located in Yufuin, part of Yufu city, Ōita Prefecture. The bicarbonate water emerges at 43°C, serving an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — Yu no Tsubo (hot spring vessel) captures the essence of Yufuin's bathing philosophy — mineral water as a precious substance to be treasured and savored; this intimate facility in the resort village preserves the understated elegance that distinguishes Yufuin from flashier Japanese spa destinations, drawing return visitors seeking genuine mountain-town authenticity.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 43 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.