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Kyubanyu Oyu

Yamanouchi, Nagano, Japan
Kyubanyu Oyu
Location
Yamanouchi, Nagano, Japan
Water type
sulfurous, sodium chloride
Temperature
50 °C
pH
6.5

Water profile

Thermicity
Sedative
50 °C
LowHigh

Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.

Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh

Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.

Buoyancy
Effortless float
LowHigh

Dense, salty water — you float without effort.

SoufreSulfuresSulfates

Kyubanyu Oyu, in Yamanouchi, Nagano Prefecture, heats sulfurous, sodium-chloride water to 50°C (pH 6.5). An indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna are available.

Insider tip — Likely located in the Shibu Onsen district (山ノ内町), famous for its 9 public baths (kyubanyu) — an evening pilgrimage in yukata between each bath is a cherished tradition. The 'Oyu' (main bath) is the centrepiece. Also the gateway town for the Snow Monkey Park (Jigokudani).
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 50 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous & sodium chloride water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.