Kinugawa Onsen; Yudokoro Suzukaze
Nikko, Tochigi, Japan
- Location
- Nikko, Tochigi, 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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Kinugawa Onsen Yudokoro Suzukaze, in Nikko, Tochigi prefecture, stands out for its iron-rich water with a pH of 6.3, at 38°C. An indoor bath, an open-air outdoor bath and a sauna round out the offering.
Insider tip — Kinugawa Onsen Yudokoro Suzukaze is a ryokan bathhouse along the celebrated Kinugawa gorge in Nikko, Tochigi, one of the Kanto region's most scenic onsen valleys. The iron-rich waters emerge with a gentle mineral warmth ideal for long soaks while listening to the river rushing through the dramatic gorge below. Suzukaze means cool breeze, and the open-air bath delivers exactly that sensation above the rushing Kinugawa river. The proximity to Nikko's UNESCO shrines makes this a natural complement to a cultural day out.
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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).