Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Kagoshima Onsen Kenko Plaza, in downtown Kagoshima City, heats its sulfurous water to 43°C. An indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna are gathered here.
Insider tip — Kagoshima Onsen Kenko Plaza delivers urban onsen bathing with a health-center twist, drawing volcanic waters influenced by the ever-active Sakurajima volcano visible from the city. The multiple pool options include different temperatures and mineral concentrations to suit every soaking preference. It serves as an excellent introduction to Kagoshima's proud onsen culture before venturing to the wilder volcanic springs of Kirishima.