Shirakawa Onsen; Chimjilbang Spa Kobe
Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
- Location
- Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
- Water type
- thermal
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Balancing
LowHigh
Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesCalcium
Shirakawa Onsen (Chimjilbang Spa Kobe), in Kobe, Hyogo prefecture, offers thermal water at 38°C, with an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — This Korean-style jimjilbang in Kobe combines a natural hot spring with heated sauna rooms for sleeping and relaxing. Bring an extra hour or two for the full experience and try the sikhye rice punch served in the common rest area.
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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 thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.