Ibusuki Sand Bath (砂むし温泉 砂楽)
이부스키 모래찜질 온천 (砂むし温泉 砂楽)
Rare natural sand bath hot spring.
About this place
NotesIbusuki, Kagoshima. A hot spring where you lie on the beach and get buried in hot sand. The experience itself is hard to find elsewhere.
Practical notes
¥2,100 including yukata. May close in bad weather. Maintenance closures about 1 week each in July and December. 5 min by bus from JR Ibusuki Station. Hydrate before and after the sand bath; 10-12 min is ideal. Weekday reception pauses 12:00-13:00. Healthy Land Tamatebako nearby has open-air baths with Mt. Kaimondake views.
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Info updated: 2026-08
Details may differ from actual conditions.
What stands out
- +Rare sand bath
- +Beach natural spring
- +Unique experience
Facility Details
World Only Natural Sand Bath · Beachside Open-Air Experience
Baths
3Buried in hot volcanic sand on beach for 10-15min, wearing yukata
Special Facilities
1300-year tradition, lie in volcanic-heated beach sand. Improves circulation, detox, fatigue recovery
Facility details are verified and updated regularly, but may differ from actual conditions. Please confirm with the venue before visiting.
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