Kyushu · Unzen, Nagasaki

♨ Unzen Onsen

Steaming 'hells' and boardwalks in Japan's first national park.

Quick facts

Location: Unzen, Nagasaki (Kyushu region)
Water type: Sulfur spring
Tattoos: Check ahead with each bath
Directions: Open in Google Maps

The water

A sulphur spring.

History

The name comes from Manmyoji Temple, said to have been founded by Gyoki in 701. Bathing for health began in 1653. Kaempfer and Siebold introduced Unzen to Europe, and it later became a summer resort for Westerners from Shanghai and Hong Kong. Pearl S. Buck and Helen Keller both stayed.

Getting there

From: Nagasaki
Route: JR to Isahaya, then Shimatetsu bus to Unzen
JR Pass: JR train covered; bus not covered.

Check current timetables and fares before you travel.

Famous for (meibutsu)

Yusenbei (food): thin crackers made with Unzen spring water
Nagasaki castella (food): sponge cake

Plan your trip: tours & day trips near Unzen

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