Nagamine Onsen; Yuttari no Sato
Kashiwazaki, Niigata, Japan
- Location
- Kashiwazaki, Niigata, Japan
- Water type
- iron-rich
- Temperature
- 41 °C
- pH
- 6.3
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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Nagamine Onsen (Yuttari no Sato) is located in Kashiwazaki, Niigata Prefecture, on the Sea of Japan coast. The iron-rich water reaches 41°C, pH 6.3. Visitors will find an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo bath and a sauna.
Insider tip — Nagamine Onsen Yuttari no Sato sits near the Sea of Japan coast in Kashiwazaki, channeling iron-rich water into a spacious facility whose name, 'yuttari', means leisurely and unhurried in Japanese. The amber-tinted bath is a favorite of local families seeking relaxation on weekends away from the nuclear plant town's industrial pace. The water's iron content is said to ease the deep-bone chill of Niigata winters, which can be harsh and prolonged along this coastal stretch. The facility's generous rest areas and tatami lounges invite bathers to extend their stay well beyond a single dip.
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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 iron-rich water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).