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Unzen Onsen

A hot spring village featuring beneficial waters drawn from volcanic "hells."

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Unzen Onsen, developed in the 19th century as a summer retreat for foreigners, is located in the heart of the Shimabara Peninsula in southern Nagasaki Prefecture. Nestled in a national park rich in nature, this unique onsen town is situated at an altitude of 700 meters, with numerous hotels and inns dotting the mountainside.

At the heart of the town lies an area known as "Jigoku" (Hell), characterized by its high-temperature hot springs. Visitors can stroll along well-maintained paths in this area, engulfed in a strong sulfuric smell and surrounded by billowing white steam, creating a landscape reminiscent of hell itself. This striking scenery is a product of the energy from magma reservoirs beneath the sea bed, making it a distinctive spot to visit while exploring Unzen.

The hot springs at Unzen Onsen are piped in from these hells, offering a strongly acidic sulfuric bath. These waters are known for their skin beautification properties, fatigue recovery benefits, and relief for neuralgia and joint pains. A relaxing and leisurely bath in these waters is the perfect way to gently soothe the weariness of travel.

Highlights

  • Started as a summer retreat for foreigners, now a major hot spring town.
  • Located at 700 meters above sea level within a lush national park.
  • The high-temperature hot springs in "Jigoku" are perfect for sightseeing.
  • Sulfuric acidic waters offer gentle relief from travel fatigue.

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  • Situated in the center of the Shimabara Peninsula in southern Nagasaki.

    Situated in the center of the Shimabara Peninsula in southern Nagasaki.

  • The high-temperature spring area "Jigoku" shrouded in strong sulfuric smell and white steam.

    The high-temperature spring area "Jigoku" shrouded in strong sulfuric smell and white steam.

  • Walking paths around "Jigoku" are well-maintained.

    Walking paths around "Jigoku" are well-maintained.

  • Free footbaths available in the "Jigoku" area.

    Free footbaths available in the "Jigoku" area.

  • Each lodging facility draws its own water from these beneficial springs.

    Each lodging facility draws its own water from these beneficial springs.

  • Enjoying onsen eggs cooked in the spring waters is another attraction.

    Enjoying onsen eggs cooked in the spring waters is another attraction.

Reviews

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  • 胡一峰

    除了溫泉之外,雲仙溫泉地區還有許多觀光景點值得一遊,若時間充裕可以安排2-3天,漫遊深入了解當地的文化和歷史。

  • 秦晴

    如果~想到比較人煙稀少的雲仙溫泉鄉,可以考慮來這邊,好好泡湯放鬆一下哦

Details

Name in Japanese
雲仙温泉
Postal Code
854-0621
Address
320 Unzen, Obama-cho, Unzen City, Nagasaki (Unzen Tourist Association)
Telephone
0957-73-3434
Directions
1-minute walk from "Unzen" bus stop on the Shimabara Railway Bus
Official Website
Official Website (English)