Hiraka Kanko Onsen
Hirakawa, Aomori, Japan
- Location
- Hirakawa, Aomori, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 41 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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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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Hiraka Kanko Onsen is located in Hirakawa, Aomori prefecture. Its sodium-chloride water rises at 41°C, feeding an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna.
Insider tip — Hiraka Kanko Onsen serves the tourism gateway to the Konan district of southern Aomori, where the Shirakami UNESCO beech forests begin climbing toward their ancient wilderness. The saline spring and Hirakawa local Tsugaru lacquerware shops make a complementary pairing on the cultural circuit south of Hirosaki.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 41 °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.