Kiire Hachiman Onsen Hoyokan
Kagoshima, Kagoshima, Japan
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Kagoshima, Kagoshima, Japan
- Water type
- thermal, sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 41 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
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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Kiire Hachiman Onsen Hoyokan is located in Kagoshima, in the prefecture of the same name. Sodium-chloride thermal water emerges here at 41°C. Indoor bath, outdoor bath (rotenburo) and sauna are accessible to visitors.
Insider tip — 'Hoyokan' (保養館 — recuperation and restorative hall) at Kiire Hachiman Onsen in Kiire, a coastal district at the southern end of Kagoshima city. The Kiire shoreline harbours a rare wild tanuki (raccoon dog) habitat and onsen history dating to the Satsuma Domain era. 'Hachiman' — the god of archery and protection — is deeply venerated in this former samurai city. The sodium-chloride waters are classified as recognised balneological quality.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 41 °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.