Onsen Ono Yu
Kagoshima City, Kagoshima, Japan
- Location
- Kagoshima City, Kagoshima, Japan
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 44 °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.
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Onsen Ono Yu is a hot spring bathhouse located in Kagoshima City, Japan. Its sulfurous water reaches around 44°C, with an indoor bath, an outdoor bath (rotenburo) and a sauna.
Insider tip — Onsen Ono Yu taps into the active volcanic belt that underlies central Kagoshima, delivering classic sulfurous water with a mild egg-like aroma. The high temperature is traditional for this region; request a cooler mixing bath if you prefer gentler immersion. The sulfur compounds are prized locally for their skin-smoothing and antibacterial properties. A short rinse under cold water after the soak heightens the warming afterglow.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 44 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).