Fukaya Hanazono Onsen; Hanayu no Mori
Fukaya, Saitama, Japan
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Fukaya, Saitama, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 41 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Effortless float
LowHigh
Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
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In Fukaya, Saitama Prefecture, Hanayu no Mori draws sodium-chloride water at 41°C. The onsen offers an indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna, a classic Japanese setting for unwinding.
Insider tip — Fukaya Hanazono Onsen Hanayu no Mori is a flower-themed hot spring complex in Fukaya, Saitama, famous for its deep-drilled saline water and sprawling garden bathhouse. The name 'flower hot water forest' reflects the landscaped setting with seasonal plantings around the outdoor baths. Fukaya is birthplace of Shibusawa Eiichi, the father of Japanese capitalism, and this onsen celebrates local pride with high-quality facilities. The sodium-chloride water is especially effective after the cold winters on the Kanto Plain.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 41 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sodium chloride water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).