Omi-mura Fukushi Center; Mitarashi Onsen
Omi, Nagano, Japan
- Location
- Omi, 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
Omi-mura Fukushi Center, home to Mitarashi Onsen, is located in the village of Omi (Nagano). The bicarbonate water with a pH of 8 is kept at 40°C, with an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo bath and a sauna.
Insider tip — Mitarashi Onsen draws its name from the purifying water offered at Shinto shrines, and the welfare centre in tiny Omi-mura has served its ageing mountain community for decades. The village sits on the steep hillside approach to the ancient Zenkoji pilgrimage road, with sweeping views across the Chikuma basin.
Nearby
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.