Yanagibashi Ashiyu

Shirahama, Wakayama, Japan

Location: Shirahama, Wakayama, Japan
Water type: sulfurous, thermal
Temperature: 65 °C
pH: 6.5

Water profile

Thermicity

Sedative

65 °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

Yanagibashi Ashiyu, in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, offers sulfurous thermal water at 65°C (pH 6.5). An indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna are available on site.

Insider tip — A free public foot bath (ashiyu) at Yanagibashi in Shirahama, one of Japan's oldest onsen destinations — mentioned in the 7th-century Man'yōshū poetry anthology. A perfect 15-minute soak while exploring Shirahama's numerous free seafront baths.

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?

The water runs quite hot here, around 65 °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.