Kadokawa Onsen; Kokoro no Mori
Kadogawa, Miyazaki, Japan
- Location
- Kadogawa, Miyazaki, Japan
- Water type
- thermal, sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Restorative
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Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Effortless float
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Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
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In Kadogawa, Miyazaki Prefecture, Kadokawa Onsen; Kokoro no Mori draws sodium-chloride thermal water at 38°C. Indoor bath, outdoor bath (rotenburo) and sauna make up this coastal facility.
Insider tip — 'Kokoro no Mori' (forest of the heart) at Kadokawa Onsen in Kadogawa, a small Pacific coast town in northern Miyazaki. The poetic name reflects the forested mountain backdrop that drops dramatically to the sea here. A heartfelt onsen in one of Kyushu's least-visited coastal areas.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
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.