Nurukawa Onsen

御宿 ぬるかわ温泉

Lodging
Kyushu & Okinawa·Oita

Day Use

Yes
Mon08:00–19:00
TueClosed
Wed08:00–19:00
Thu08:00–19:00
Fri08:00–19:00
Sat08:00–19:00
Sun08:00–19:00

except Tuesday

¥600

2000/2600 (private)

Bathing & Water

Natural onsen water

Uses natural hot spring water

Outdoor BathYes

Open-air outdoor bath

Indoor BathYes

Enclosed indoor bathing area

Capabilities

Private BathYes

Private bath available for day-use visitors or hotel guests to reserve

Room OnsenYes

Private onsen bath in guest rooms, for overnight guests only

Policies & Services

WashingYes

Shower, wash stations, soap and shampoo provided

ぬるかわ温泉

Nurukawa Onsen
Simple
Hot source · 68°C
Known good for
  • Aches & jointsstiff shoulders
  • Recoveryfatigue, stress

A gentle simple thermal spring — lightly mineralized, without the sharp edges an acidic or sulfurous water brings. The wellhead itself is fierce, sitting among Japan's hottest natural sources, yet the water is soft and undemanding on the skin. The posted notice lists the spring-type indications for simple thermal water — autonomic nervous system instability, insomnia, and depressed mood — framing this as a spring for settling the nerves rather than stimulating them. The posting covers bathing only; drinking requires a permit from the health authority.

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Sergey M
6 months ago· edited

726. Nurukawa Onsen, Yufuin ★ I went for a day visit for ¥600. There are private baths for ¥2000/¥2600 (I did not use them). Day visits are listed as 08:00 to 19:00 (except Tue). The bath photos are from the internet, and they match. 1. An outdoor bath in stone. There is no view, but it feels very cozy. The water is clear, with very fine lime deposits visible. Temperature: 40.5. 2. A stone bath in a little nook behind a full fence. The water is clear, with very fine lime deposits visible. Temperature: 44. A cozy, interesting place. 05.01.2026

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Last updated July 19, 2026