Arako Onsen

Nakagawa, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

Location: Nakagawa, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
Water type: sodium chloride, thermal
Temperature: 40 °C
pH: 7.3

Water profile

Thermicity

Sedative

40 °C

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.

SodiumChloruresBrome

In Japan, a revered bathing tradition revolves around the serene and communal experience of onsen, hot spring baths. Guests are expected to respect strict etiquette, often changing into simple attire before entering the bath area. The serene atmosphere and tranquil surroundings foster a sense of relaxation and mindfulness, encouraging patrons to unwind and rejuvenate. Guests are typically expected to follow rules and guidelines to maintain the cleanliness and tranquility of the bathing space.

Insider tip — Arako Onsen is in Nagoya's Nakagawa ward near Arako Kannon Temple (荒子観音) — one of Nagoya's oldest Buddhist temples, founded in 736 AD, housing one of Japan's largest collections of stone Jizo statues (3,000 carved figures) and paintings by the Kano school. Nakagawa ward is also the birthplace of Honda Tadakatsu — arguably the greatest samurai warrior of the Sengoku period, said to have fought in over 100 battles without ever being wounded. A neighborhood of extraordinary historical depth.

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