Harazuru Onsen

Rising steam along the banks of the Chikugo River marks Harazuru Onsen, the leading spa district of Asakura. It blends two skin-friendly waters, an alkaline simple spring and a simple sulfur spring, which together earn it the nickname of the double beauty bath. A broad view over the Chikushi plain and a silky touch on the skin welcome every traveler.

Highlights

- The alkaline spring softens old skin while the sulfur spring is said to brighten the complexion, a paired beauty effect - Open-air baths facing the Chikugo River and the generous hospitality of long-established inns - The traditional cormorant fishing and bonfires that color the river on summer nights

Enjoying the Seasons

Spring brings rape blossoms and cherry trees across the surrounding farmland, while summer nights glow with cormorant fishing and torchlight. Autumn offers persimmons and grapes from the Asakura harvest, and winter lets the silky water warm a chilled body slowly and deeply.

Access and Basic Information

- Location: around Hakimotoshiwa, Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture - Access: about 10 minutes by car from Chikugo-Yoshii Station on the JR Kyudai Line, or about 5 minutes from the Haki interchange of the Oita Expressway - Spring quality: alkaline simple spring and simple sulfur spring

A Quick Tip

Many inns welcome day visitors, so it is well worth touring several baths to compare how the different waters feel on your skin.