Chikushino Tenpai no Sato

Set on the slope of Mount Tenpai and offering natural water from deep underground, Tenpai no Sato is a day spa proud of grand open-air baths that command a view all the way to Dazaifu and Mount Homan. You can soak slowly while gazing over the town of Chikushino and the distant ridgelines.

Highlights

- Scenic open-air baths on the slope of Mount Tenpai with a wide, open view toward Dazaifu - Water drawn from a natural source about 1500 meters underground, with care taken over its quality - A well-rounded atmosphere with family baths using the natural water and a healthy-food buffet

Enjoying the Seasons

Spring shows the fresh greenery of Mount Tenpai, and summer makes the open-air baths pleasant as a breeze crosses the slope. Autumn brings colored ridgelines, and in winter you can gaze over the streets of Dazaifu beyond the rising steam, enjoying the high-ground view through every season.

Access and Basic Information

- Location: Tenpaizaka, Chikushino City, Fukuoka Prefecture - Access: about 10 minutes by car from JR Futsukaichi Station, or about 10 minutes from the Chikushino interchange of the Kyushu Expressway - Spring quality: simple spring

A Quick Tip

The scenic open-air bath is especially fine in the evening. After sightseeing in Dazaifu, a single soak with the high-ground scenery makes a lovely close to the day.