Shirotake Onsen; Shiromizukiso
Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto, Japan
- Location
- Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto, Japan
- Water type
- thermal, sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
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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Shirotake Onsen (Shiromizukiso) is based in Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. Its sodium-chloride thermal water reaches 40°C. The venue features an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — 'Shiromizukiso' (白水木荘 — white water tree inn) at Shirotake Onsen in Hitoyoshi. 'Shirotake' (白竹 — white bamboo) and 'shiromizu' (白水 — white water) both evoke the clean, clear character of Hitoyoshi's spring waters — sodium-chloride springs that emerge unusually clear and colourless despite their high mineral content. Hitoyoshi's springs have been prized since the Sagara clan ruled this domain for 700 years — one of Japan's longest-lasting feudal dynasties without interruption.
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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.