Aone Onsen Mixed Source (Shinmyogo, Hanabusa, Shin-yu, Yama-no-yu, Zao-no-yu and Oyu)

Analysis Unverified
新名号の湯・花房の湯・新湯・山の湯源泉・蔵王の湯・大湯 混合泉
Clear Waters of the Date Clan's Palace Baths

Aone Onsen is said to have opened in 1528 and served as the palace bath of the Date clan of the Sendai domain. This 49.8°C blend of six sources flows into the tubs without added water or heating: a clear, light simple spring. With moderate sulfate and bicarbonate, it leaves the skin feeling fresh and light. Gentle and slowly warming, it suits those who wish to sink quietly into historic stone and wooden tubs in the snowy mountains of Zao.

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SPRING TYPE
Simple Spring

Spring water that is gentle on the skin with a very low likelihood of irritation. Safe for bathing infants and those with sensitive skin.

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Bathing indications
Autonomic instabilityInsomniaDepression
Definition :Total dissolved solids (excluding gases) below 1,000 mg/kg; water temperature 25°C or above.
Source: 環境省「あんしん・あんぜんな温泉利用のいろは」(監修:日本温泉気候物理医学会) ↗Read full article
PH VALUE
7.4
Neutral
Acidic ← 07 Neutral14 → Alkaline
Upper bound of neutral (pH 7.5). Approaching mildly alkaline, the boundary where skin starts to feel smooth.
TEMPERATURE
49.8℃
Hot Spring
Quite hot. Often diluted with water for a comfortable bathing temperature.
KEY MINERALS

The bar length shows how abundant each component is compared to thresholds that make it "distinctive" (therapeutic spring standards, beauty spring criteria, etc.).

Metaboric acidSee detail
9.3 mg/kg

A trace component with gentle antibacterial and anti-inflammatory action.

Fluoride ionSee detail
3.2 mg/kg

A trace antibacterial component that keeps skin clean.

Metasilicic acidSee detail
65.4 mg/kg

A natural moisturizer that leaves a hydrated feel on the skin.

Bicarbonate ionSee detail
217 mg/kg

Softens dead skin cells for a silky bathing feel.

Sulfate ionSee detail
223 mg/kg

Soothes the skin and gently improves circulation.

CHARACTER · COMPOSITION PROFILE
1234StimulationBactericidalSkin BeautyHeat RetentionRelaxation

Scores are calculated from mineral analysis data based on the Mineral Spring Analysis Guidelines (Ministry of Environment, Japan). They are unrelated to facility atmosphere or service quality.

Heat retentionBalneotherapy
USAGE
Free-Flowing Onsen
Pure spring water — no dilution, no recirculation
HeatedNo
DilutedNo
RecycledNo
FilteredNo
DisinfectedNo
AdditivesNo
▸Note

The temperature, pH and component values shown here are based on the hot spring analysis (source). Actual values in the bath may differ depending on heating, dilution, recycling and filtration. Please check current usage status at the facility.

SENSORY TEST
Color
無色透明
Smell
ほとんどなし
Taste
ほとんどなし
EFFECTS
Spring-specific indications (bathing)
Autonomic instabilityInsomniaDepression
General indications (bathing)
High blood pressure (mild)Rheumatoid arthritisChronic pain or stiffness in muscles and jointsMuscle stiffness due to motor paralysisGastrointestinal dysfunction
Contraindications
Acute illness (especially with fever)Active tuberculosisMalignant tumorsSevere heart diseaseRespiratory failureRenal failureBleeding disordersSevere anemiaAny actively progressing illnessPregnancy (especially early and late stages)
BATHING TIPS
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This gentle simple spring can run around 43°C near the spout. Pour water over yourself first, start with about five minutes, rest between soaks, and drink water after bathing.

EFFECT STORY
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With 824.5 mg/kg of dissolved solids, this mild simple spring is easy on the body. Its 223.4 mg/kg of sulfate brings a lingering warmth, suited to days when a stiff body needs loosening or when you simply want to ease fatigue slowly.

CAUTIONS
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Though gentle, avoid lightheadedness from long soaks; those with heart or blood-pressure concerns should keep baths short.

※ See the analysis data below for detailed contraindications

ANALYSIS DATAView all analysis fields ▼

Source Info

Source name
Aone Onsen Mixed Source (Shinmyogo, Hanabusa, Shin-yu, Yama-no-yu, Zao-no-yu and Oyu)
Spring type
Simple Hot Spring
Source temperature
49.8℃
pH
7.4
Osmotic pressure
低張性

Analysis Document

Analysis date
2008-11-07
Analyst organization
宮城県公害衛生検査センター
Registration No.
宮城第1号

Cations

Lithium ion Li⁺
< 0.1 mg/kg
Sodium ion Na⁺
186 mg/kg
Potassium ion K⁺
14.5 mg/kg
Ammonium ion NH₄⁺
< 0.1 mg/kg
Magnesium ion Mg²⁺
2.4 mg/kg
Calcium ion Ca²⁺
28.7 mg/kg
Aluminum ion Al³⁺
< 0.1 mg/kg
Manganese ion Mn²⁺
< 0.1 mg/kg
Iron(II) ion Fe²⁺
< 0.1 mg/kg
Iron(III) ion Fe³⁺
< 0.1 mg/kg
Zinc ion Zn²⁺
< 0.1 mg/kg
Lead ion Pb²⁺
< 0.01 mg/kg
Strontium ion Sr²⁺
0.20 mg/kg
Copper ion Cu²⁺
< 0.1 mg/kg
Cadmium ion Cd²⁺
< 0.002 mg/kg
Total cations
0.23 mg/kg

Anions

Fluoride ion F⁻
3.2 mg/kg
Chloride ion Cl⁻
74.7 mg/kg
Hydroxide ion OH⁻
0.00 mg/kg
Hydrogen sulfide ion HS⁻
< 0.1 mg/kg
Thiosulfate ion S₂O₃²⁻
< 0.1 mg/kg
Sulfate ion SO₄²⁻
223 mg/kg
Bicarbonate ion HCO₃⁻
217 mg/kg
Carbonate ion CO₃²⁻
0.00 mg/kg
Hydrogen sulfate HSO₄⁻
0.00 mg/kg
Dihydrogen phosphate H₂PO₄⁻
0.00 mg/kg
Hydrogen phosphate HPO₄²⁻
0.10 mg/kg
Arsenite ion AsO₂⁻
0.00 mg/kg
Sulfide ion S²⁻
0.00 mg/kg
Hydrogen metasilicate HSiO₃⁻
0.00 mg/kg
Metaborate ion BO₂⁻
0.00 mg/kg
Total anions
0.52 mg/kg

Undissociated Components

Arsenious acid HAsO₂
0.30 mg/kg
Metasilicic acid H₂SiO₃
65.4 mg/kg
Metaboric acid HBO₂
9.3 mg/kg
Total undissociated
0.07 mg/kg

Dissolved Gas

Free carbon dioxide CO₂
13.2 mg/kg
Free hydrogen sulfide H₂S
< 0.1 mg/kg
Total dissolved gas
0.01 mg/kg

Totals

Total dissolved substances
0.82 mg/kg
Component total
0.84 mg/kg
Evaporation residue
0.73 mg/kg

Usage

Heating
No
Dilution
No
Recycle / Filter
No
Additives
No
Disinfection
No

Indications & Contraindications

Bathing indications
Autonomic instability, Insomnia, Depression
General indications
High blood pressure (mild), Rheumatoid arthritis, Chronic pain or stiffness in muscles and joints, Muscle stiffness due to motor paralysis, Gastrointestinal dysfunction
Contraindications
Acute illness (especially with fever), Active tuberculosis, Malignant tumors, Severe heart disease, Respiratory failure, Renal failure, Bleeding disorders, Severe anemia, Any actively progressing illness, Pregnancy (especially early and late stages)

Drinking

Drinkability
Not drinkable
FACILITY INFO
AI draft (unverified)
Official site
Private bath (Kashikiri)
Available
Room with private open-air bath
Available
About tattoos and onsen
Travelers with tattoos can still bathe comfortably in a private bath (Kashikiri) or a room with a private open-air bath.
Hours
Closed days: Open all year
Transit
From JR Tohoku Shinkansen Shiroishi-Zao Station (白石蔵王駅), take the Miyako Bus (ミヤコーパス) bound for Mercure Miyagi Zao (メリキュール宮城蔵王). Get off at Mercure Miyagi Zao bus stop. Free shuttle service available (reservation required). Approximately 10km from Yamagata Expressway Miyagi Kawasaki IC (宮城川崎IC) via National Route 457.
Parking
Available (20 spaces, Free, No reservation required)
Facilities
Vending machinesRoom serviceDelivery serviceRest area (Post-bath lounge, Kinsen-do Tea House)EV charging facilities
House rules
Rooms are located on a hill, requiring the use of approximately 70 to 90 steps. Not recommended for elderly guests or those with difficulty using stairs. Please note that we can only provide service in Japanese.
This information may change without notice. Please contact the facility directly for accurate details.
How Long to Stay (Toji)
Start with 2 nights / 3 days

Japan’s Ministry of the Environment notes that even a short stay refreshes you. For a full therapeutic cure, around 2–3 weeks is the guideline.

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