Bath
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A sodium chloride and bicarbonate onsen. This shio-yu, rare in mountain areas far from the sea, leaves you feeling warm even after bathing. The scenic open-air bath is also popular.
A rare shio-yu (saltwater hot spring) in the mountains and a sauna
Kumamoto Yunomae Town
Yunomae Onsen Yurari in Yunomae Town is a facility where you can enjoy the rare natural shio-yu, a hot spring containing seawater components, despite its mountain location. The sauna room uses a far-infrared heater with a mild setting that allows you to work up a steady, comfortable sweat. Right next to the sauna is a natural cold water bath with a smooth, mellow feel, and the outdoor area lets you enjoy a pleasant open-air rest while feeling the natural breeze.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A sodium chloride and bicarbonate onsen. This shio-yu, rare in mountain areas far from the sea, leaves you feeling warm even after bathing. The scenic open-air bath is also popular.
Sauna TypeDry Sauna
Stove TypeInfrared Heater
Capacity10people
An L-shaped, two-tier far-infrared dry sauna. The gentle heat allows you to relax and sweat slowly over time. You can unwind and sweat while watching TV.
Water QualityNatural Water (Groundwater, Spring, etc.)
Capacity3people
A cold water bath located immediately next to the sauna. Water depth is approximately 60-80 cm. The natural water has a smooth, mellow texture that lets you cool down slowly without putting stress on your body.
Closed Days: Monday
1588-1 Yunomae Town, Kuma District, Kumamoto Prefecture 868-0623, Japan
Gender Access
Gender Separated

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A rare shio-yu (saltwater hot spring) in the mountains and a sauna
Kumamoto Yunomae Town
Yunomae Onsen Yurari in Yunomae Town is a facility where you can enjoy the rare natural shio-yu, a hot spring containing seawater components, despite its mountain location. The sauna room uses a far-infrared heater with a mild setting that allows you to work up a steady, comfortable sweat. Right next to the sauna is a natural cold water bath with a smooth, mellow feel, and the outdoor area lets you enjoy a pleasant open-air rest while feeling the natural breeze.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A sodium chloride and bicarbonate onsen. This shio-yu, rare in mountain areas far from the sea, leaves you feeling warm even after bathing. The scenic open-air bath is also popular.
Sauna TypeDry Sauna
Stove TypeInfrared Heater
Capacity10people
An L-shaped, two-tier far-infrared dry sauna. The gentle heat allows you to relax and sweat slowly over time. You can unwind and sweat while watching TV.
Water QualityNatural Water (Groundwater, Spring, etc.)
Capacity3people
A cold water bath located immediately next to the sauna. Water depth is approximately 60-80 cm. The natural water has a smooth, mellow texture that lets you cool down slowly without putting stress on your body.
Closed Days: Monday
1588-1 Yunomae Town, Kuma District, Kumamoto Prefecture 868-0623, Japan
Gender Access
Gender Separated

Curated by an expert who visits onsen and sauna facilities every day and has explored 300+ locations — only facilities confirmed to be truly exceptional are featured.
Learn more