Nagato Onsen Yasuragi no Yu
Nagato, Nagano, Japan
- Location
- Nagato, Nagano, Japan
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 8
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesSodiumCalcium
Nagato Onsen Yasuragi no Yu, in Nagano prefecture, has bicarbonate water with a pH of 8, at 40°C, split between an indoor bath, an open-air outdoor bath and a sauna.
Insider tip — Nagato Onsen Yasuragi no Yu is a tranquil hot spring facility in the Nagato district of the upper Chikuma River valley, a serene highland landscape of rice paddies and cedar slopes in central Nagano. The bicarbonate waters have a silky texture that softens the skin and is cherished by regular visitors for its calming effect. The outdoor bath overlooks a small garden maintained through the seasons. This is a spot for slow travel, best enjoyed with an overnight stay at a nearby ryokan.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 40 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).