Onsen Center; Suwa no Yu
Minakami, Gunma, Japan
- Location
- Minakami, Gunma, Japan
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 44 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh
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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The Suwa no Yu onsen center, in Minakami, Gunma Prefecture, offers sulfurous water at 44°C, with an indoor bath, outdoor rotenburo and sauna.
Insider tip — Suwa no Yu honours the deity of water and the hunt, an appropriate dedication for this spring in Minakami Town, Gunma's hot spring capital where over 20 distinct spa villages cluster around the Tone River headwaters beneath the volcanic Tanigawa highlands. Minakami receives some of Japan heaviest snowfall, and the combination of sulfurous waters and snowbound mountain scenery makes it one of Kanto most beloved winter wellness retreats.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 44 °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.