Uneme Onsen
Koriyama, Fukushima, Japan
- Location
- Koriyama, Fukushima, 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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Uneme Onsen is located in Koriyama, Fukushima prefecture. Its iron-rich water emerges at 38°C with a pH of 6.3, and the site offers an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — Uneme Onsen taps iron-rich mineral waters in the Koriyama basin of Fukushima Prefecture, an area with a long bathing tradition rooted in Tohoku's volcanic geology. The reddish-brown waters are rich in ferrous bicarbonate and traditionally valued for improving circulation and skin tone. The onsen takes its name from the ancient Uneme legend linked to nearby Uneme Shrine. Come in autumn when the surrounding hills blaze with momiji foliage.
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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).