Tropical resort experience in Ibusuki: sand steam baths and local cuisine

Ibusuki is famous for its sand baths, especially a sand bath at the once-popular Saraku Sand Bath Hall. The plan introduces a sightseeing course to enjoy the tropical atmosphere of Ibusuki in Kagoshima Prefecture. Why not travel around Ibusuki, beautiful as it is with colorful flowers?

DAY1

Kagoshima

6.7hourcourse
- Saraku Sand Bath Hall
  
  11:00
- Tosenkyo nagashi-somen noodles
  
  12:50
- Flower Park Kagoshima
  
  14:02
- Ryugu Shrine
  
  15:30
- Outdoor bathing at Healthy Land’s Tamatebako Hot Spring
  
  16:15

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DAY1

- Saraku Sand Bath Hall
  
  11:00
  
  90min
  
  Other Bathing Facility
  
  Ibusuki has become famous as the only place in the world where one can experience a natural sand bath. Buried in the hot sand, which acts as a natural sauna, your body soon begins to sweat. Even 10 minutes of this is enough for an effective detox.
  
  Address
  
  Kagoshima Pref. Ibusukishi Yunohama 5-25-18
  
  Phone
  
  0993233900
  
  Welcome to Ibusuki
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  - 砂むし会館砂楽
- Car
  
  21min
- Tosenkyo nagashi-somen noodles
  
  12:50
  
  60min
  
  Other Japanese Food
  
  These cool, refreshing lunch sets, best eaten in the heat of summer, use water certified during the current Heisei era as one of the top 100 waters in Japan. The set meals of somen noodles and trout or noodles and carp are highly recommended.
  
  Address
  
  Kagoshima Pref. Ibusukishi Kaimonjucchou 5967
  
  Phone
  
  0993322143
  
  Where to Eat in Ibusuki
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  - 指宿市営唐船峡そうめん流し
- Car
  
  12min
- Flower Park Kagoshima
  
  14:02
  
  60min
  
  Botanical Garden
  
  This flower theme park on the southern tip of Kagoshima’s Satsuma Peninsula takes full advantage of the region’s temperate climate. Here, you can enjoy beautiful flowers from all over the world throughout the year. For a tour of the park, nothing beats a leisurely ride on Flower Park Kagoshima’s very own bus.
  
  Address
  
  Kagoshima Pref. Ibusukishi Yamagawaokachogamizu 1611
  
  Phone
  
  0993353333
  
  What to See in Ibusuki
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  - フラワーパークかごしま
- Car
  
  1min
- Ryugu Shrine
  
  15:30
  
  30min
  
  Shrine
  
  The location of Ryugu Shrine is said to be the birthplace of Urashima Taro, a legendary figure well known among Japanese people. The shrine overlooks the ocean and has superb views. It is also very popular with couples, as it is dedicated to a deity closely associated with marriage.
  
  Address
  
  Kagoshima Pref. Ibusukishi Yamagawaokachogamizu 1581-34
  
  Phone
  
  0993222111
  
  What to Buy in Ibusuki
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  - 龍宮神社
- Car
  
  10min
- Outdoor bathing at Healthy Land’s Tamatebako Hot Spring
  
  16:15
  
  90min
  
  Hot Spring / Hot Spring Bath
  
  Lastly, relax in these beachfront infinity hot springs and soak away the fatigue of the day while enjoying splendid views of Mt. Kaimon. ※ Please note that access to the individual baths is divided between men and women according to an odd and even number date system.
  
  Address
  
  Kagoshima Ibusuki-shi Yamagawa Fukumoto 3292
  
  Phone
  
  0993353577
  - ヘルシーランド露天風呂「たまて箱温泉」
- FINISH
  
  17:45