Kirishima Onsen—A Volcanic Hot Spring Paradise

Hey everyone! Today, we're going on a hot spring adventure! 💦 Kirishima Onsen is located at the foot of the Kirishima mountain range in southern Kyushu. It's one of Japan's oldest hot spring areas and is famous for its abundant volcanic hot springs, stunning forest landscapes, and mythical legends. Soaking in a steaming hot spring while gazing at the misty mountains is incredibly therapeutic! 🥰✨ ⛱️ Must-Visit Hot Springs 🔹 Sulfur Valley Hot Springs ♨️ (Super-rich sulfur springs, like a fairyland!) • The hot spring water here is rich in sulfur, and the entire hot spring area is filled with a faint sulfur smell. It really feels like stepping into a natural volcanic hot spring! 🔥 • Recommended experience: Enjoy the open-air hot springs while admiring the misty mountains—it's simply magical! 🌿🌫️ • Address: Makizonocho Takachiho, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture 🔹 Myoken Onsen 💙 (Riverside hot springs, primitive and natural) • The hot springs are distributed along the Amorigawa River, allowing you to soak while listening to the gurgling stream—super relaxing! 💧🏞️ • Recommended experience: There are many private hot springs here, perfect for couples and families to find a suitable way to enjoy the hot springs. 💕 • Address: Gareigawa, Hayatocho, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture 🔹 Maruo Onsen 🔥 (Classic Kirishima hot springs, with the most hotels) • This is the central area of Kirishima Onsen, with many hot spring hotels, perfect for those who want to stay in a hot spring resort! • Recommended hotels: • Kirishima Kanko Hotel (Huge open-air bath with forest views 🌳) • Kirishima Yuraku Onsen Ryokan (Private hot springs + Japanese-style rooms, perfect for a relaxing stay! ✨) • Address: Makizonocho Takachiho, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture 🍜 Food Guide After soaking in the hot springs, how can you not enjoy some Kyushu cuisine? 😋 • Kurobuta Shabu-Shabu 🐷: Kagoshima black pork with a refreshing broth, the meat is tender and melts in your mouth! We recommend trying "Kurobuta Honke"! • Hot spring steamed dishes 🍠: Dishes made using hot spring steam, such as hot spring eggs and steamed sweet potatoes, are healthy and delicious! • Satsuma Shochu 🍶: A Kyushu specialty sweet potato shochu. A small sip after a hot spring bath completes the experience. 🚗 Transportation Guide • From Kagoshima Airport: Take the bus for about 40 minutes to reach Kirishima Onsen. • By car: If you want to experience all the hot springs, we recommend renting a car and driving along the Kirishima Onsen route. 💗 Other Tips ✅ Best season for hot springs: Autumn and winter are the most suitable. In November, you can also see the beautiful combination of autumn leaves 🍁 + hot springs! ✅ Hot spring etiquette: Rinse your body before entering the hot spring, and remember not to bring towels into the water! 🚿 ✅ Note for those with sensitive skin: Sulfur springs are good for the skin, but if your skin is prone to allergies, it is recommended to test the water temperature first. 🌋 Summary Kirishima Onsen not only has top-quality hot springs but also beautiful natural scenery and mythical culture. It's truly a great place to relax and rejuvenate! 💕 Everyone, plan a volcanic hot spring trip and let your body and mind be healed! ♨️💖