Tateta Onsen
Hirakawa, Aomori, Japan
- Location
- Hirakawa, Aomori, Japan
- Water type
- sodium chloride, thermal
- 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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Tateta Onsen is located in Hirakawa, Aomori Prefecture, at the northern tip of Honshu. Its thermal sodium-chloride water reaches 41°C, complemented by an indoor bath, outdoor rotenburo and sauna.
Insider tip — Hirakawa City in southern Aomori Prefecture is prime apple country — Aomori produces over half of all Japanese apples, and autumn (October–November) transforms the Hirakawa valleys into a patchwork of red and gold orchards. The Hirakawa area nestles between the Hakkoda Mountains and the Shirakami Sanchi UNESCO World Heritage beech forest; Tateta Onsen provides a warm base for exploring this transition zone between volcanic highlands and ancient forest.
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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 & thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.