Azuma Onsen; Kikyokan
Higashiagatsuma, Gunma, Japan
- Location
- Higashiagatsuma, Gunma, Japan
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 44 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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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.
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Azuma Onsen Kikyokan is a hot-spring facility in Higashiagatsuma, in the mountains of Gunma Prefecture. Its sulfurous water reaches 44°C, offered in an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — Kikyokan, named for the bellflower, sits in the volcanic Agatsuma Gorge corridor of Gunma. The sulfurous spring offers an invigorating and soothing soak; arrive early as outdoor rotenburo fill quickly in autumn foliage season.
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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 water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.