Kasumi Yatagawa Onsen
Kasumi, Hyogo, Japan
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Kasumi, Hyogo, Japan
- Water type
- iron-rich
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 6.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
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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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Kasumi Yatagawa Onsen, in Kasumi, Hyogo Prefecture, taps iron-rich water at 40°C. An indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo, and a sauna make up this bathhouse on the Sea of Japan coast.
Insider tip — Kasumi Yatagawa Onsen sits in the Yatagawa valley of Hyogo's San-in Coast National Park, offering iron-laden waters that impart a warm amber tint to the pools. The spring is a local secret among onsen connoisseurs, far less crowded than resort destinations along the coast. Pair your visit with a fresh crab dinner at a nearby minshuku for a quintessential northern Hyogo experience.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 40 °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).