Takiyoshi Onsenkan
Tottori, Tottori, Japan
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Tottori, Tottori, Japan
- Water type
- iron-rich
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 6.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
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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Takiyoshi Onsenkan is located in the city of Tottori, known for its sand dunes. Iron-rich water, with a pH of 6.3, emerges here at 38°C between an indoor bath and a rotenburo, complemented by a sauna.
Insider tip — Takiyoshi Onsenkan is an iron-rich thermal bathhouse in the San-in region of Tottori Prefecture, tucked into a quiet valley near the Chugoku Mountains. The ferruginous waters carry a gentle metallic mineral quality and are prized locally for easing joint and muscle pain. The rural surroundings offer a serene contrast to coastal tourist spots, and the bathhouse retains an authentic regional atmosphere. Tottori is one of Japan's least-visited prefectures, making this a genuinely off-the-beaten-path thermal retreat.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
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).