Momiji Onsen
Nakatsu, Oita, Japan
- Location
- Nakatsu, Oita, Japan
- Water type
- thermal, sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 39 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Effortless float
LowHigh
Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
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In Nakatsu, Oita, Momiji Onsen draws on thermal sodium-chloride water reaching 39°C. An indoor bath, open-air rotenburo and sauna make up this relaxation-focused spot.
Insider tip — 'Momiji' (autumn maple) Onsen in Nakatsu, Oita Prefecture — the city of excellent karaage (fried chicken) and Nakatsu Castle, one of Japan's 'three water castles' built partly over the river. The autumn-leaf name suits the forested mountain terrain of the Yamakuni river valley that backs Nakatsu toward the Kyushu highlands.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 39 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features thermal & sodium chloride water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.