Mashu Onsen; Kame no Yu
Teshikaga, Hokkaido, Japan
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Teshikaga, Hokkaido, Japan
- Temperature
- 47 °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.
SoufreSulfuresSulfates
Mashu Onsen; Kame no Yu welcomes visitors in Teshikaga, Hokkaido with thermal sulfurous water at 47°C, between an indoor bath, outdoor rotenburo and sauna.
Insider tip — 'Kame no Yu' (turtle spring) at Mashu Onsen sits near the legendary Lake Mashu — a caldera lake so often shrouded in mist that locals say seeing it clearly means you'll miss your flight home. The volcanic geology supplies consistently sulfurous, hot spring waters. Combine with a drive around the foggy lake's rim for maximum atmospheric effect.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 47 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous & thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.