Yamaga Onsen; Sakura Yu
Yamaga, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Location
- Yamaga, Kumamoto, 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
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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Yamaga Onsen Sakura Yu, in Yamaga, Kumamoto, draws its iron-rich water from a spring at 40°C, pH 6.3. It offers an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo pool and a sauna.
Insider tip — Yamaga Onsen Sakura Yu is the historic public bath at the heart of Yamaga, a castle-town in Kumamoto known for its annual lantern festival. Iron-rich waters flow colorlessly from the source and leave a subtle mineral warmth on the skin. The elegant wooden bathhouse, rebuilt in traditional Meiji style, is worth visiting as much for its architecture as for the warm, convivial atmosphere of this beloved local gathering place.
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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).