Shiki no Sato Onsen (Coords Error)
Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan
- Location
- Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride, thermal
- 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.
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Shiki no Sato Onsen is located in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama Prefecture. The sodium-chloride, thermal water reaches 39°C, pH 7.3. An indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo bath and a sauna are offered on site.
Insider tip — Set in the sacred UNESCO Kumano Kodo pilgrimage region, Shiki no Sato is minutes from Nachi Falls (日本一の滝, Japan's tallest waterfall at 133 m). After walking the ancient pilgrimage trail through cryptomeria forest, these thermal waters restore body and spirit in the tradition of thousands of years of Shinto purification.
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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 sodium chloride & thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.