Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Daikoku Onsen, in the Osaka area (Kinki region), offers mildly acidic (pH 6.3) iron-rich water at 41°C, with an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — Daikoku Onsen in central Osaka draws amber-tinted iron-rich water from deep Pleistocene aquifers beneath the city. The reddish-brown baths are a hallmark of Osaka's urban onsen culture, prized for their warming and circulation-boosting properties. Located just steps from Daiichi Onsen, the two facilities share the same streetscape and clientele of long-time neighbourhood residents. Arrive after 6 PM to experience the lively post-work bathing crowd.