Biratori Onsen Yukara
Biratori, Hidaka, Hokkaido, Japan
- Location
- Biratori, Hidaka, Hokkaido, Japan
- Temperature
- 44 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
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.
SoufreSulfuresSulfates
Biratori Onsen Yukara, in the Hidaka district of Hokkaido, heats sulfurous, iron-rich water to 44°C (pH 6.5). The facility offers an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — Biratori Onsen Yukara lies in the Hidaka mountains of central Hokkaido, a region of active volcanism and indigenous Ainu heritage. The hot spring waters carry notable sulfurous and iron-rich mineral content characteristic of the volcanic terrain. The facility is named in honor of Ainu cultural traditions and offers a quiet, rural retreat far from urban crowds. Winter visits reveal snow-dusted forests surrounding the baths, while summer brings the verdant Hidaka valley in full bloom.
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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 & iron-rich water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).