A day-trip onsen in Moribu, Tanushimaru-machi, Kurume, near the trailhead of Mount Takatori in the Mino range. Its origin is remarkable: the household well turned cloudy, and drilling deeper struck hot spring water - at 63.6°C, said to be the hottest in Fukuoka at the time, now enjoyed free-flowing from the source. The alkaline simple spring carries a faint sulfur scent and a silky feel that has earned it a reputation as beauty-skin water. Alongside the airy open-air bath and separate indoor baths, there are two family baths, one of which allows pets. Day bathing is an affordable 600 yen for adults and 400 yen for children, and a lounge makes it a long-time favourite of hikers and locals. 5-10 minutes by car from JR Tanushimaru Station.

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