Iso no Yu Onsen
Goshogawara, Aomori, Japan
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Goshogawara, Aomori, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 41 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
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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Iso no Yu Onsen, in Goshogawara, Aomori Prefecture, heats sodium-chloride water to 41°C. An indoor bath, an outdoor rotenburo and a sauna are available.
Insider tip — Goshogawara is famous for its Tachineputa Festival floats towering 23 meters high. The local onsen culture is equally vibrant — this sento is a favorite gathering spot for Tsugaru locals.
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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.