Shijo Kawaramachi Onsen
Analysis VerifiedThis precious hot spring emerges from deep underground in Shijo Kawaramachi, Kyoto's premier downtown district. Its hypertonic chloride spring water, with a richness akin to the blessings of the sea, gently envelops the skin, providing a restorative warmth that lingers long after bathing. It offers a deep relaxation, helping travelers forget the city's hustle and gently soothe bodies tired from exploration. This spring is highly recommended for active travelers seeking authentic healing conveniently located in the heart of the ancient capital.
The bar length shows how abundant each component is compared to thresholds that make it "distinctive" (therapeutic spring standards, beauty spring criteria, etc.).
Extremely rare in Japan. Calcium-like astringent action that tightens the skin.
Salinity comparable to seawater. The salt film traps heat for outstanding warmth ("hot bath spring").
Easily absorbed through the skin, helping to relax muscle stiffness during bathing — a transdermal nutrient unique to hot springs.
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.
▸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.
As this is a hypertonic spring with highly concentrated ingredients, it's best to start with short dips of 5-10 minutes to prevent overheating. The spring components form a veil on the skin, so avoid rinsing off with fresh water after bathing; simply pat dry with a towel.
With a total of 14.34 g/kg of dissolved solids, this hypertonic spring is nearly as concentrated as seawater. Its main component, chloride ions (8,867 mg/kg), coats the skin, preventing moisture evaporation and creating a lasting warming and moisturizing effect. It is highly recommended for cuts, poor circulation, and dry skin.
Please refrain from bathing during active stages of illness or if you are extremely weak. This hypertonic spring can be strenuous, so elderly guests and those with high blood pressure should avoid prolonged soaking.
※ See the analysis data below for detailed contraindications
ANALYSIS DATAView all analysis fields ▼
Source Info
- Source name
- Shijo Kawaramachi Onsen
- Spring type
- ナトリウム・カルシウム・マグネシウム-塩化物温泉
- Old spring type name
- 含塩化土類-食塩泉
- Source temperature
- 32.1℃
- pH
- 7.3
- Flow rate
- 15 L/min
- Flow type
- 掘削・動力揚湯
- Osmotic pressure
- 高張性
Analysis Document
- Analysis date
- 2019-05-14
- Analyst organization
- 日本水処理工業株式会社
- Registration No.
- 大阪府第10135号
Cations
- Hydrogen ion H⁺
- 0.00 mg/kg
- Lithium ion Li⁺
- 0.90 mg/kg
- Sodium ion Na⁺
- 2729 mg/kg
- Potassium ion K⁺
- 37.6 mg/kg
- Ammonium ion NH₄⁺
- 2.9 mg/kg
- Magnesium ion Mg²⁺
- 667 mg/kg
- Calcium ion Ca²⁺
- 1600 mg/kg
- Aluminum ion Al³⁺
- 0.10 mg/kg
- Manganese ion Mn²⁺
- 1.6 mg/kg
- Iron(II) ion Fe²⁺
- 10.1 mg/kg
- Iron(III) ion Fe³⁺
- 0.00 mg/kg
- Lead ion Pb²⁺
- 0.00 mg/kg
- Strontium ion Sr²⁺
- 219 mg/kg
- Barium ion Ba²⁺
- 25.3 mg/kg
- Copper ion Cu²⁺
- 0.00 mg/kg
- Cadmium ion Cd²⁺
- 0.00 mg/kg
- Total cations
- 5.3 mg/kg
Anions
- Fluoride ion F⁻
- 0.10 mg/kg
- Chloride ion Cl⁻
- 8867 mg/kg
- Hydrogen sulfide ion HS⁻
- 0.00 mg/kg
- Thiosulfate ion S₂O₃²⁻
- 0.00 mg/kg
- Sulfate ion SO₄²⁻
- 20.6 mg/kg
- Bicarbonate ion HCO₃⁻
- 111 mg/kg
- Carbonate ion CO₃²⁻
- 0.00 mg/kg
- Bromide ion Br⁻
- 17.6 mg/kg
- Iodide ion I⁻
- 3.9 mg/kg
- Nitrite ion NO₂⁻
- 0.00 mg/kg
- Nitrate ion NO₃⁻
- 0.90 mg/kg
- Hydrogen phosphate HPO₄²⁻
- 0.60 mg/kg
- Total anions
- 9.0 mg/kg
Undissociated Components
- Arsenious acid HAsO₂
- 0.00 mg/kg
- Metasilicic acid H₂SiO₃
- 24.1 mg/kg
- Metaboric acid HBO₂
- 1.4 mg/kg
- Total undissociated
- 0.03 mg/kg
Dissolved Gas
- Free carbon dioxide CO₂
- 39.6 mg/kg
- Free hydrogen sulfide H₂S
- 0.00 mg/kg
- Total dissolved gas
- 0.04 mg/kg
Trace Components
- Radon Rn
- 1.3 Bq/kg
- Total sulfur S
- 0.00 mg/kg
Totals
- Total dissolved substances
- 14.3 mg/kg
- Component total
- 14.4 mg/kg
- Evaporation residue
- 16.7 mg/kg
Usage
- Heating
- Yes
- Dilution
- Yes
- Recycle / Filter
- Recycled
- Additives
- No
- Disinfection
- Yes
Indications & Contraindications
- Bathing indications
- Cuts and grazes, Peripheral circulatory failure, Poor circulation, Depression, Xeroderma
- General indications
- High blood pressure (mild), Rheumatoid arthritis, Autonomic instability, Insomnia, 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
