Hotel Marue Onsen Gensen

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ホテルマルエー温泉
Silky Waters in the Heart of Nakashibetsu

The Hotel Marue Onsen source dates to 1980, when drilling in central Nakashibetsu struck hot water at a depth of 1,530 meters. Once classed as a sulfur sodium-chloride spring, it was reclassified as an alkaline simple spring in the 2019 analysis. Nearly clear with a faint hint of hydrogen sulfide, the water feels slick and leaves the skin notably smooth, soothing travelers who want to unwind after a day exploring the Konsen plain.

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単
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
9.1
Alkaline
Acidic ← 07 Neutral14 → Alkaline
Alkaline spring with notable slippery feel and keratin-softening effects. Rinse thoroughly with fresh water after bathing.
Caution: Rinse the body with fresh water after bathing.
TEMPERATURE
39.5℃
Warm Spring
Standard comfortable bath temperature. Warms the body thoroughly.
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.).

Metasilicic acidSee detail
181 mg/kg

A natural moisturizer also used in skincare lotions. Forms a thin veil on the skin to reduce moisture loss after bathing.

Metaboric acidSee detail
4.7 mg/kg

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

Fluoride ionSee detail
1.5 mg/kg

A trace antibacterial component that keeps skin clean.

Bicarbonate ionSee detail
85.5 mg/kg

Softens dead skin cells for a silky bathing feel.

Chloride ionSee detail
273 mg/kg

Boosts after-bath warmth and warms the body from the core.

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.

USAGE
Usage status is unknown — Information from facility postings or official sites has not been confirmed. Please check with staff on site.
▸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
無色澄明
Smell
微弱硫化水素臭
Taste
無味
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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The 39.5°C source is warmed to around 42°C in the tub. At pH 9.1 the water feels slippery, so pat the skin dry gently afterward rather than rubbing, and moisturize.

EFFECT STORY
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With a pH of 9.1 and 181.3 mg/kg of metasilicic acid, this water is traditionally associated with silky skin, and as a gentle simple spring it offers deep relaxation after a long day of travel.

CAUTIONS
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Alkaline water tends to strip skin oils, so those with dry skin should avoid long soaks and moisturize after bathing.

※ See the analysis data below for detailed contraindications

ANALYSIS DATAView all analysis fields ▼

Source Info

Source name
Hotel Marue Onsen Gensen
Spring type
Alkaline Simple Hot Spring
Old spring type name
単純温泉
Source temperature
39.5℃
pH
9.1
Flow type
動力揚湯
Osmotic pressure
低張性

Analysis Document

Analysis date
2019-11-19
Analyst organization
日本衛生株式会社
Registration No.
北海道第11号

Cations

Sodium ion Na⁺
253 mg/kg
Potassium ion K⁺
3.8 mg/kg
Ammonium ion NH₄⁺
0.60 mg/kg
Magnesium ion Mg²⁺
0.10 mg/kg
Calcium ion Ca²⁺
1.3 mg/kg
Aluminum ion Al³⁺
0.01 mg/kg
Manganese ion Mn²⁺
not detected
Iron(II) ion Fe²⁺
not detected
Zinc ion Zn²⁺
not detected
Lead ion Pb²⁺
not detected
Copper ion Cu²⁺
not detected
Cadmium ion Cd²⁺
not detected
Total cations
0.26 mg/kg

Anions

Fluoride ion F⁻
1.5 mg/kg
Chloride ion Cl⁻
273 mg/kg
Hydroxide ion OH⁻
0.20 mg/kg
Hydrogen sulfide ion HS⁻
0.30 mg/kg
Thiosulfate ion S₂O₃²⁻
0.00 mg/kg
Sulfate ion SO₄²⁻
64.6 mg/kg
Bicarbonate ion HCO₃⁻
85.5 mg/kg
Carbonate ion CO₃²⁻
27.0 mg/kg
Bromide ion Br⁻
0.80 mg/kg
Hydrogen phosphate HPO₄²⁻
0.60 mg/kg
Total anions
0.45 mg/kg

Undissociated Components

Metasilicic acid H₂SiO₃
181 mg/kg
Metaboric acid HBO₂
4.7 mg/kg
Total undissociated
0.19 mg/kg

Dissolved Gas

Free carbon dioxide CO₂
0.10 mg/kg
Free hydrogen sulfide H₂S
0.00 mg/kg
Total dissolved gas
0.00 mg/kg

Totals

Total dissolved substances
0.90 mg/kg
Component total
0.90 mg/kg
Evaporation residue
0.71 mg/kg

Usage

Usage status
Unknown

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
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Official site
Tattoo
ConfirmingTattoos are generally not allowed, but please inquire in advance as entry may be permitted during off-peak hours. Confirmation required.
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Hours
Weekdays: 07:00〜21:30
Weekends & holidays: 07:00〜21:30
Day-use bathing hours. Overnight guests can use the hot springs from 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM (men's bath until 1:00 AM).
Closed days: None
Transit
5 min by car from Nakashibetsu Airport (中標津空港). Approx. 10 min walk from Nakashibetsu Bus Terminal (中標津バスターミナル).
Parking
Available. 35 spaces. Free. No reservation required.
Day use fee
¥650Junior high school students and older: 650 yen. Elementary school students: 250 yen. Ages 3 to pre-school: 100 yen. Ages 2 and under: Free.
Facilities
Large Public BathSaunaCold BathRestaurantBanquet HallGift ShopCoin Laundry (Paid)
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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