Hirayu Onsen; Alps Kaido Hirayu
Takayama, Gifu, Japan
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- Location
- Takayama, Gifu, Japan
- Temperature
- 44 °C
- pH
- 6.5
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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Hirayu Onsen, along the Alps Kaido Hirayu route, is located in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture. The sulfurous, thermal water emerges at 44°C, pH 6.5. The facility features an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo bath and a sauna.
Insider tip — 'Alps Kaido Hirayu' at Hirayu Onsen — one of the five Okuhida Onsengo hot spring areas in the Northern Japanese Alps (Hida Mountains) near Takayama, Gifu. The Alps Highway (Alpine Route) passes through Hirayu connecting the Matsumoto and Takayama basins across the volcanic highlands. Hirayu Onsen sits at 1,000 m elevation, with the volcanic peaks of Norikura and Yakedake visible above. The sulfurous spring waters are complemented by spectacular autumn foliage and winter powder snow — some of Japan's finest alpine skiing within reach.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 44 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous & thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.