Matsunoyama Onsen Ski-jo
Matsunoyama, Tōkamachi, Niigata, Japan
- Location
- Matsunoyama, Tōkamachi, Niigata, Japan
- Temperature
- 42 °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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Matsunoyama Onsen Ski-jo lies in Matsunoyama, part of Tōkamachi city in Niigata Prefecture, a mountainous area known for its ski resorts. Sulfurous thermal water emerges at 42°C, supplying an indoor bath, a rotenburo, and a sauna — a fitting stop after a day on the slopes.
Insider tip — Matsunoyama is one of Japan's Nihon Sankomeito (三大名湯) — three legendary springs, alongside Arima and Kusatsu. Its uniquely high-temperature sulfurous water (some sources emerge at 98°C) contains concentrated minerals that have attracted visitors since the Edo period. The ski resort location means you can combine world-class Niigata powder skiing with a legendary soak — the ultimate winter experience.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 42 °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.