Itoyori Onsen
Miki, Kagawa, Shikoku, Japan
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Miki, Kagawa, Shikoku, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 41 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
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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Located in Miki, Kagawa, Shikoku, Itoyori Onsen is a traditional onsen fed by sodium-chloride water. The water emerges at around 41°C. Facilities include an indoor bath, an open-air bath (rotenburo) and a sauna. A quiet wellness break away from the bustle.
Insider tip — Itoyori Onsen sits in Miki Town, Kagawa Prefecture on Shikoku island, where coastal proximity produces mildly saline, sodium-chloride waters typical of the Seto Inland Sea region. The inland sea's sheltered geography and mild climate make Kagawa a relaxed destination for onsen enthusiasts combining bathing with visits to Kotohira Shrine or the 88-temple Shikoku pilgrimage circuit. The warm saline waters are especially valued for their skin-softening and warming properties. Plan a visit in autumn when the persimmon orchards and rice fields surrounding the facility glow with seasonal color.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 41 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sodium chloride water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).