Ura Bandai Onsen Rotenburo; Ka no Yu
Kitashiobara, Fukushima, Japan
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- Location
- Kitashiobara, Fukushima, Japan
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 42 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh
Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Ura Bandai Onsen Rotenburo (Ka no Yu), in Kitashiobara, Fukushima Prefecture, offers sulfurous water at 42°C. The site features an indoor bath, an open-air rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — Ka no Yu open-air bath sits amid the Ura Bandai highland plateau sculpted by the catastrophic 1888 eruption of Mount Bandai, which created over 300 lakes and ponds in minutes. This volcanic landscape of crater lakes, wetland boardwalks, and migratory birds is one of Japan most arresting post-eruption environments.
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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 water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.