Kajiya Onsen Kuon no Yu
Yazu, Tottori, Japan
- Location
- Yazu, Tottori, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride, thermal
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Restorative
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Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Effortless float
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Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
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Kajiya Onsen Kuon no Yu, in Yazu, Tottori Prefecture, warms sodium-chloride water to 38°C (pH 7.3). An indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna round out the facilities.
Insider tip — A quiet countryside onsen in the mountains of Tottori. 'Kuon no Yu' means 'eternal waters' — a tranquil retreat in the San'in region, well off the usual tourist trail. The brine-rich waters warm the body deeply.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sodium chloride & thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.