Beppu Onsen Hoyoland
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Beppu Onsen Hoyoland
別府泥湯
Overview
Volcanic mud bathing in Japan's most geothermally active city with therapeutic mineral waters.
Therapeutic volcanic mud bathing in one of Japan's most geothermally active cities, where over 2,000 hot spring vents produce more thermal water than anywhere else in the country. The mineral-rich mud baths at facilities like Beppu Onsen Hoyoland offer a uniquely tactile spa experience, warm gray volcanic mud is smoothed over the body for deep mineral absorption. The city's eight distinct hot spring districts (hatto) each have different water properties.
Local tips
Beppu Onsen Hoyoland has the best mud bath experience. Go on a weekday morning when you might have the whole mud pool to yourself. Bring a dark towel; the volcanic mud stains white fabric.
Practical info
- Japanese name
- 別府泥湯
- Nearest station
- Beppu Station (15 min bus)
- Payment
- Cash only
- Reservations
- not required
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