Yudomari Onsen

What it is

• A simple thermal hot spring located along the coastline of Yakushima.
• An unmanned facility that relies on a small donation from visitors.
• A natural bathing spot where water levels are not affected by the tides.

What to see

• Open-air baths situated directly on the rocky shoreline.
• A simple partition that separates the male and female bathing areas.
• Coastal views visible while soaking in the thermal waters.

When to go

• The facility is available for use throughout the day as it is unmanned.

Getting there

• The journey takes seventy-five minutes by bus from Miyanoura Port.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.