Sarukura Onsen Mixed Spring

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猿倉温泉混合泉
Sarukura Stream-Side Spring

Sarukura Onsen Mixed Spring combines several hot sources rising in national forest on the southeastern foothills of the Hakkoda range, upstream of the Oirase Stream. Its hot water is piped down to the gorge. A neutral simple spring led by sulfate and calcium, it is gentle on the body and warms walkers chilled by the stream air.

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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
6.5
Neutral
Acidic ← 07 Neutral14 → Alkaline
Neutral (pH 6-7.5) per Japan Ministry of Environment classification. The pH range gentlest on the skin, suitable for long bathing.
TEMPERATURE
55.8℃
Very Hot Spring
Very hot. Cannot be bathed in without significant dilution.
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
10.6 mg/kg

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

Metasilicic acidSee detail
89.8 mg/kg

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

Fluoride ionSee detail
1.1 mg/kg

A trace antibacterial component that keeps skin clean.

Sulfate ionSee detail
195 mg/kg

Soothes the skin and gently improves circulation.

Free carbon dioxideSee detail
38.1 mg/kg

Absorbed through the skin to gently promote peripheral 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.

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.

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 55.8°C source is adjusted with water and heating for the baths. Neutral at pH 6.51, it feels gentle on the skin and suits longer soaks, ideal for warming up slowly after a walk along the stream.

EFFECT STORY
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With 195.1 mg/kg of sulfate and 53.7 mg/kg of calcium in neutral water, the spring warms the body gently and may encourage circulation. At just 0.541 g/kg total, this mild simple spring invites deep relaxation to the sound of the stream.

CAUTIONS
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The source is hot, so check the bath temperature before entering. Avoid bathing when unwell or after drinking, and rehydrate after long soaks.

※ See the analysis data below for detailed contraindications

ANALYSIS DATAView all analysis fields ▼

Source Info

Source name
Sarukura Onsen Mixed Spring
Spring type
Simple Hot Spring
Source temperature
55.8℃
pH
6.51
Osmotic pressure
低張性

Analysis Document

Analysis date
2011-07-12
Analyst organization
一般社団法人青森県薬剤師会衛生検査センター
Registration No.
青森県第2号

Cations

Lithium ion Li⁺
0.00 mg/kg
Sodium ion Na⁺
65.4 mg/kg
Potassium ion K⁺
7.6 mg/kg
Ammonium ion NH₄⁺
0.00 mg/kg
Magnesium ion Mg²⁺
4.3 mg/kg
Calcium ion Ca²⁺
53.7 mg/kg
Aluminum ion Al³⁺
0.00 mg/kg
Manganese ion Mn²⁺
0.20 mg/kg
Iron(II) ion Fe²⁺
0.00 mg/kg
Zinc ion Zn²⁺
0.01 mg/kg
Lead ion Pb²⁺
< 0.01 mg/kg
Copper ion Cu²⁺
< 0.01 mg/kg
Cadmium ion Cd²⁺
< 0.005 mg/kg
Total cations
0.13 mg/kg

Anions

Fluoride ion F⁻
1.1 mg/kg
Chloride ion Cl⁻
54.2 mg/kg
Sulfate ion SO₄²⁻
195 mg/kg
Bicarbonate ion HCO₃⁻
20.4 mg/kg
Carbonate ion CO₃²⁻
0.00 mg/kg
Bromide ion Br⁻
0.10 mg/kg
Iodide ion I⁻
0.00 mg/kg
Dihydrogen phosphate H₂PO₄⁻
0.40 mg/kg
Total anions
0.27 mg/kg

Undissociated Components

Metasilicic acid H₂SiO₃
89.8 mg/kg
Metaboric acid HBO₂
10.6 mg/kg
Total undissociated
0.10 mg/kg

Dissolved Gas

Free carbon dioxide CO₂
38.1 mg/kg
Total dissolved gas
0.04 mg/kg

Totals

Total dissolved substances
0.50 mg/kg
Component total
0.54 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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Tattoo
Tattoo OKGuests with tattoos may be denied access to the public bath if deemed disturbing to other guests.
Private bath (Kashikiri)
Available
Room with private open-air bath
Available
Bathing wear (Yuami-gi)
Free rental
About tattoos and onsen
Hours
Weekdays: 06:00〜24:00
Weekends & holidays: 06:00〜24:00
The Stream Open-Air Bath (Keiryu Rotenburo) is open from 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight) from December to March, and from 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight) from April to November. Cleaning time is from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
Closed days: None
Transit
Free shuttle bus available from JR Hachinohe Station (Hachinohe-eki), Shin-Aomori Station (Shin-Aomori-eki), Aomori Station (Aomori-eki), and Aomori Airport (Aomori Kuko) (reservation required; shuttle from/to Aomori Station may be charged). Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by car from JR Tohoku Shinkansen Hachinohe Station (Hachinohe-eki) or Shin-Aomori Station (Shin-Aomori-eki).
Parking
Free parking available (100 outdoor spaces, no reservation required, first-come, first-served). EV charging stations available (paid service; reservations possible for overnight guests, same-day registration and first-come, first-served for day visitors).
Facilities
Public BathOpen-Air BathRestaurantLoungeSouvenir ShopConference RoomBicycle RentalEV Charging
House rules
No photography in the bath area
No bathing after drinking alcohol
Photography and recording are prohibited in the bathing areas and changing rooms. Diving is prohibited.
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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