Kumamoto Prefecture

Kumamoto Hot Springs Guide

Kumamoto Prefecture offers a diverse range of therapeutic waters, from the historic steam baths of Tsuetate Onsen, dating back 1,800 years, to the coastal springs of Amakusa. This guide highlights key facilities like Shirasagi-kan in Shimoda Onsen, where legend says a white heron discovered the healing waters. Visitors can find modern amenities at roadside stations like Mizube Plaza Kamoto or enjoy mountain views at Itsuki Onsen. These locations provide traditional indoor and outdoor baths, including unique rock-carved private tubs and free public footbaths.

Kumamoto Hot Springs Guide — Map

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Shirasagi-Kan Spa

Public bathhouse in Shimoda Onsen featuring indoor and outdoor baths. The area is famous for a legend involving a white heron that discovered the healing properties of the spring water.

B

有明温泉さざ波の湯

Public hot spring facility in Amakusa overlooking the Ariake Sea, featuring large communal baths with coastal views.

C

Shirasagi-Kan Spa

A central facility in Shimoda Onsen known for its high-temperature natural spring water and historical connection to local folklore.

D

Hot srings Kunanom

Natural hot spring facility located in the historic Shimoda Onsen district of Amakusa.

E

Hot spring footbath (free)

A free public footbath located in the center of the Shimoda Onsen area, accessible to pedestrians.

F

水辺プラザかもと;湯花里

A roadside station facility in Yamaga containing natural hot spring baths, a sauna, and a market selling local agricultural products.

G

杖立温泉;観音岩温泉

Located in Tsuetate Onsen, this site offers private family baths carved into the rock along the Tsuetate River.

H

Kannon-iwa Onsen Spa

Riverside facility in Tsuetate Onsen specializing in private rock-carved baths and traditional steam-heated bathing.

I

筌場温泉;花手箱

Quiet hot spring facility featuring traditional wooden baths and natural mineral water in a rural setting.

J

筌場温泉;花手箱

A secluded hot spring bathhouse known for its rustic atmosphere and therapeutic mineral waters.

K

苓北町温泉センター;麟泉の湯

Coastal hot spring center in Reihoku featuring alkaline waters and views of the surrounding sea.

L

苓北町温泉センター;麟泉の湯

Public onsen facility in Reihoku-machi offering indoor baths with high mineral content and ocean views.

M

五木温泉;夢唄

Mountainous hot spring facility in Itsuki Village near the Kawabe River, featuring outdoor baths with forest views.

N

五木温泉;夢唄

Public bathhouse in Itsuki Village featuring cypress wood baths and proximity to the scenic Kawabe River.

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