Myoken Onsen

Myoken Onsen is characterized by its serene atmosphere. You can soothe your mind and body in the open-air bath surrounded by beautiful nature while listening to the sound of the Tenko River. The mountains covered with rich greenery and the flow of the clear streams bring a peaceful and calm atmosphere to the hot spring town. Strolling around the town or the premises is also recommended, allowing you to spend a relaxing time. The tranquil scenery of Myoken Onsen is a perfect place for those who want to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city, providing a peaceful moment.

Myoken Onsen's water quality is sodium bicarbonate spring. This water quality is effective for neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, skin diseases, coldness, post-illness recovery, fatigue recovery, burns, and cuts. The components of the hot spring have the effect of warming the body and promoting blood circulation, which helps alleviate these symptoms. In addition, at Myoken Onsen, you can also drink the hot spring water. As a drinking effect, it is expected to be effective for chronic digestive diseases, diabetes, gout, liver disease, and more. The components of the hot spring warm the body from the inside, promote metabolism, and regulate the function of the digestive organs, contributing to the improvement of these diseases and discomforts. At Myoken Onsen, there is a drinking fountain where you can walk around the hot spring town and enjoy drinking the hot spring water at your leisure. The abundant minerals in the hot spring are said to provide nutrition to the body and have a positive effect on health. Please enjoy Myoken Onsen, where you can feel the blessings of nature and relax both physically and mentally!

Kumaso Cave, located on the west side of Myoken Onsen, is said to have been inhabited by the Kumaso people who lived in southern Kyushu in ancient times. The Kumaso were a brave and fierce people, and were written as "Kumaso" in the Kojiki and "Kumaso" in the Nihon Shoki. The entrance to Kumaso Cave is narrow, but inside there is a spacious area that is 22 meters deep, 10 meters wide, and 6 meters high. In addition, modern art by artist Sadayuki Hagiwara is painted inside the cave, creating a mysterious atmosphere. At the entrance, there is also a work by artist Hisashi Takemichi called "The Thoughts of the Gods". Kumaso Cave is a place where history and art intersect, providing visitors with a mystical experience and rich imagination.

Inukai Falls, near Myoken Onsen, is a magnificent waterfall with the towering blue Mt. Takachiho in the background. The pure white spray of water, 36 meters high and 22 meters wide, shines in rainbow colors and shakes the air with a silent atmosphere. This waterfall has been known since ancient times and was once a place where Wake no Kiyomaro played. It is also said that Sakamoto Ryoma, a key figure in the Meiji Restoration, enjoyed the view. A promenade has been developed near the waterfall, allowing visitors to enjoy a stroll to the waterfall. Facilities such as Wake Shrine, which is associated with Wake no Kiyomaro, and Wake no Yu are also located around the waterfall. In this place surrounded by deep greenery, you can take a walk while reminiscing about ancient times. Inukai Falls is formed by welded tuff called "shirasu" in Kagoshima. Normally, Kagoshima's pyroclastic flow is in a state where the surface is easily eroded, but here it has become a relatively hard rock, and as a result of being eroded, a beautiful waterfall has been formed. The natural environment around Inukai Falls and the magnificent scenery of the waterfall will provide visitors with healing and inspiration!

The Shin River Valley near Myoken Onsen is a beautiful valley spreading across the Tenkogawa River basin and is also a famous spot for autumn leaves. There are multiple hot spring resorts in this area, and many tourists visit in the fall to enjoy the hot springs and autumn leaves. In the Shin River Valley, the clear water flow and vivid autumn leaves create a beautiful contrast. There is a promenade for strolling, and it is recommended to park your car and take a walk. You can walk along the valley and feel the breath of nature, enjoying the changing seasons and the beauty of nature. Especially in the fall, the autumn leaves are at their peak, and the scenery is beautiful. The combination of hot springs and autumn leaves is a perfect opportunity to heal your mind and body. The Shin River Valley is a place surrounded by the blessings of nature, providing pleasant walks and relaxation for visitors!