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Unzen Onsen Resort

 

A beautiful highland onsen resort situated within Unzen-Amakusa National Park—

the first area in Japan to be designated as a national park. Whether you are taking

in the stunning panoramic views from peaks like Nita-toge Pass or looking up at the

volcanic majesty of Mount Fugen, the spectacular scenery will leave you in awe.

As each season brings a vivid transformation to the landscape, you’ll find yourself

wanting to return again and again to experience its rich variations.

There are 17 Hotels and Japanese style inns around Unzen Jigoku. From every hotel,  

beautiful scenery which changes by season can be enjoyed.

 


 

Experience a sublime ‘Caldera Feast’ in Unzen, where the bounty of the mountain

meets two seas. Savor melt-in-your-mouth Unzen Beef alongside exceptionally

fresh Shimabara seafood and vibrant volcanic vegetables. Every bite offers an

authentic connection to the fertile Shimabara Peninsula and its pristine spring

waters.

 

 


 

Characteristics of hot spring

The hot springs of Unzen is characterized by its sulfurous hot water with high acidity  (pH: 2.0 – 2.2),
which is uniquely high comparing to hot springs in Europe where the hot springs treatment is actively 
performed. The temperature of the hot springs of Unzen is as hot as around 90 Degree Celsius.

Unzen hot springs is known by its component of hot water such as “acid hydrogen sulfide springs”, “aluminiferous springs including hydrogen sulfide” or “ferrous salfate springs” but it is generally called
 “sulfurous hot springs.
 

 

Efficacy of hot spring

The hot springs of Unzen is highly effective in sterilization because of its acidity.It takes effect
against skin diseases in general such as eczema, chilblain, incisures, and other skin related
problems. It is also noted that the Unzen hot spring is effective to facial treatment as well as 
effective against chronic rheumatism, diabetes, neuralgic pain, muscle pain, joint pain, and
fatigue with health-promoting benefits.

 


 

 - Unzen travel guide