Domemeki Onsen
Yamagata, Yamagata, Japan
- Location
- Yamagata, Yamagata, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 42 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Effortless float
LowHigh
Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
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Domemeki Onsen, also in the city of Yamagata, heats its sodium-chloride water to 42°C, across an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo bath and a sauna, for a stop along the way.
Insider tip — Domemeki Onsen serves the western suburbs of Yamagata city, gateway to the spectacular Zao ski and hot spring resort and the celebrated Yamadera cliff temple. The city also hosts one of Japan most dramatic festivals, Hanagasa Odori, in which thousands of dancers parade beneath flower-wreathed conical hats.
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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 sodium chloride water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.