Hayashida Onsen; Yunoyama no Yu
Asakura, Fukuoka, Japan
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Asakura, Fukuoka, Japan
- Water type
- thermal, sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 39 °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
LowHigh
Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
SodiumChloruresBrome
In a traditional onsen, bathers enter a serene and tranquil environment, seeking relaxation and rejuvenation. A strict code of conduct is observed, with visitors typically shedding their clothing and donning provided slippers. Bathing is often a communal experience, with separate facilities for men and women. A ritual of cleanliness precedes immersion, with scrubbing and rinsing a crucial step before entering the hot spring bath. This ancient tradition emphasizes purification, simplicity, and connection with nature.
Insider tip — 'Yunoyama no Yu' (湯の山の湯 — hot spring mountain spring) at Hayashida Onsen in Asakura city, Fukuoka. Asakura is famous for the Mikuma Water Wheels (三連水車) — Japan's last working triple water wheels on the Yasunoha irrigation canal, a symbol of traditional engineering ingenuity. The city's 'Toho Village' water management system is a UNESCO Irrigation Heritage site. The Hayashida spring sits in the wooded foothills above this celebrated agricultural plain, where water has shaped civilization for a thousand years.
Nearby
Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 39 °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.