Okutsu Onsen Hana Bijin no Yu
Tsuyama, Okayama, Japan
- Location
- Tsuyama, Okayama, Japan
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 8
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Okutsu Onsen Hana Bijin no Yu, in Tsuyama, Okayama Prefecture, taps a bicarbonate spring at 40°C, with an indoor bath, an open-air outdoor bath (rotenburo) and a sauna.
Insider tip — Okutsu Onsen Hana Bijin no Yu is nestled in the Okutsu valley in the mountains of Okayama Prefecture, a remote spa district known since ancient times. The soft bicarbonate water earns its 'beautiful flower woman' name through its exceptionally skin-smoothing qualities. Surrounded by cedar forests and a clear mountain river, the setting is tranquil and deeply restorative. Autumn foliage turns the surrounding valley into a stunning tapestry of red and gold.
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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 bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).