Eigenji Onsen; Happu no Yu
Higashiōmi, Shiga, Japan
- Location
- Higashiōmi, Shiga, Japan
- Water type
- thermal
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Balancing
LowHigh
Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesCalcium
Eigenji Onsen, known as Happu no Yu, is a hot-spring bath in Higashiōmi, Shiga Prefecture, not far from Lake Biwa. The warm water, at 40°C, feeds an indoor pool, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — Happu no Yu, the spring of great happiness, is tucked beside the Eigenji valley where Eigenji Zen temple presides over maple and cedar forest. The autumn foliage here ranks among Shiga Prefecture finest, and the gentle thermal spring completes a perfect day in the Suzuka mountain foothills.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 40 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
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.