Satsuma no Tennen Onsen; Chikurin Onsen
Satsuma, Kagoshima, Japan
- Location
- Satsuma, Kagoshima, Japan
- Water type
- thermal, sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
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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Satsuma no Tennen Onsen, also known as Chikurin Onsen, is located in Satsuma, Kagoshima Prefecture. Sodium-chloride water flows here around 40°C, with an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — 'Chikurin Onsen' (竹林温泉 — bamboo grove spring) at Satsuma no Tennen Onsen in Satsuma-cho, Kagoshima. Ancient bamboo groves are one of the defining elements of the Satsuma landscape — their hollow culms were used for water conduits, construction, weapons, and crafts throughout the domain era. A hot spring shaded by bamboo creates one of Japan's most atmospheric bathing environments: the rustling of bamboo in the breeze, filtered green light, the sound of water. 'Satsuma no Tennen' (薩摩の天然) = Satsuma's natural spring — emphasising the geological authenticity of the waters.
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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 & sodium chloride water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.