Miyazaki Misato Town
One of Japan’s premier skin-beautifying springs and a crisp, exceptional cold plunge bath
Located in the mountains of Misato, Nango Onsen Yamagiri (Dontaro no Yu) is a nationally acclaimed hot spring. Its alkaline sodium bicarbonate spring boasts a pH of 8.7 and delivers an exceptionally silky, smooth skin feel the moment you enter. Beyond the outstanding onsen, the sauna facilities are also top quality. Warm up slowly in the dry sauna, then plunge into a crisp, cold plunge bath. The cold plunge bath feels very soft and pleasant on the skin. The outdoor area features infinity chairs and benches, allowing you to enjoy Misato’s clear air and mountain views while achieving a perfect totonou (state of perfect relaxation).
An alkaline sodium bicarbonate spring with a pH of 8.7. The water has a faint yellow tint and offers an extremely silky, smooth skin sensation, making it one of Japan’s top-class skin-beautifying onsen. The spacious indoor bath includes a special bath infused with locally produced black tea, and there is also an open-air bath with expansive mountain views.
A two-tier bench sauna for about 10 people. It has a stone stove and is set to a mild temperature of around 85°C. You can warm up slowly while watching TV. Thick green urethane mats are provided for unlimited use, and cleanliness is well maintained.
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Miyazaki Misato Town
One of Japan’s premier skin-beautifying springs and a crisp, exceptional cold plunge bath
Located in the mountains of Misato, Nango Onsen Yamagiri (Dontaro no Yu) is a nationally acclaimed hot spring. Its alkaline sodium bicarbonate spring boasts a pH of 8.7 and delivers an exceptionally silky, smooth skin feel the moment you enter. Beyond the outstanding onsen, the sauna facilities are also top quality. Warm up slowly in the dry sauna, then plunge into a crisp, cold plunge bath. The cold plunge bath feels very soft and pleasant on the skin. The outdoor area features infinity chairs and benches, allowing you to enjoy Misato’s clear air and mountain views while achieving a perfect totonou (state of perfect relaxation).
An alkaline sodium bicarbonate spring with a pH of 8.7. The water has a faint yellow tint and offers an extremely silky, smooth skin sensation, making it one of Japan’s top-class skin-beautifying onsen. The spacious indoor bath includes a special bath infused with locally produced black tea, and there is also an open-air bath with expansive mountain views.
A two-tier bench sauna for about 10 people. It has a stone stove and is set to a mild temperature of around 85°C. You can warm up slowly while watching TV. Thick green urethane mats are provided for unlimited use, and cleanliness is well maintained.
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The cold plunge bath, located right next to the sauna, fits about 4–5 people. Water depth ranges from just above the knees to mid-thigh (40–60 cm). A chiller is in operation, keeping the water at a solidly cold 15°C-16°C. Because Nango’s high-quality soft water is used, the cold water still feels rounded and gentle on the skin.
The cold plunge bath, located right next to the sauna, fits about 4–5 people. Water depth ranges from just above the knees to mid-thigh (40–60 cm). A chiller is in operation, keeping the water at a solidly cold 15°C-16°C. Because Nango’s high-quality soft water is used, the cold water still feels rounded and gentle on the skin.
