Tehira Onsen
Wakayama, Wakayama, Japan
- Location
- Wakayama, Wakayama, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride, thermal
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
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Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Effortless float
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Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
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Tehira Onsen is located in Wakayama, a prefecture bordering the Pacific in the southern Kansai region. Sodium-chloride thermal water flows at 40°C, available in an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo, and a sauna.
Insider tip — Neighborhood sento steps from Wakayama Castle — rebuilt in 1958 and housing an excellent feudal history museum within its white walls. Wakayama is also famous for its ramen: Wakayama chuka-soba (中華そば) is one of Japan's great regional styles, with a rich soy-pork bone broth perfected since the Taisho era. A bowl of ramen and an onsen soak are the ultimate Wakayama evening.
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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 sodium chloride & thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.