Shin-Chitose Kuko Onsen
Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan
- Location
- Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan
- Water type
- iron-rich
- Temperature
- 41 °C
- pH
- 6.3
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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Shin-Chitose Kuko Onsen is located in Chitose, Hokkaido Prefecture, near the airport. The iron-rich water reaches 41°C, at a slightly acidic pH of 6.3. The facility includes an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo bath and a sauna.
Insider tip — Shin-Chitose Kuko Onsen is a rare airport thermal bath located on the fourth floor of New Chitose Airport's domestic terminal, making it the ideal way to decompress before or after a Hokkaido flight. The iron-rich water is pumped from a genuine onsen aquifer and tints the bath a warm golden-brown. Floor-to-ceiling windows reveal runway activity while you soak, a uniquely industrial juxtaposition. Luggage storage at the facility means you can arrive fresh off the plane and still enjoy a proper soak.
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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 iron-rich water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).