Yuka - Oka no Yu Jigokudani Onsen

About

An onsen (hot spring) in Kumamoto.

Why go

• Private hot spring in the forest
• Relaxing onsen experience
• Perfect stop for an Aso drive

Must try

• Steam vegetables and eggs
• Choose your private tub: stone, rock, or cypress
• Soak in the large open-air bath

Pro tips

• Arrive before 11am to skip the hour-long line
• Expect to wait, but you'll be called sooner than they say
• Stay in the parking lot while waiting for your tub
• Take the scenic route from fukuoka city (2 hours)
• No lockers for valuables, leave them at home

Good to know

• Book private tubs by order of arrival, no phone reservations
• Steam setup must be done before entering the tub

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Rating

4.2 / 5 (825 reviews)

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