Tohoku · Taihaku-ku, Sendai, Miyagi

♨ Akiu Onsen

Sendai's 'back parlour', a short bus ride from the city, with gorges and waterfalls nearby.

Near Sendai

Quick facts

Location: Taihaku-ku, Sendai, Miyagi (Tohoku region)
Water type: Chloride (salt) spring
Tattoos: Check ahead with each bath
Directions: Open in Google Maps

The water

A sodium-calcium chloride spring: neutral and salty.

History

Tradition says Emperor Kinmei (reigned 6th century) was cured of a skin disease by Akiu water carried to the capital, and the spring was honoured as an imperial 'Mi-yu'. The Sato family served as spring keepers for centuries; after Date Masamune came to Sendai, they ran the lord's private bath, the origin of today's Hotel Sakan.

Getting there

From: Sendai
Route: Bus from Sendai Station
Time: about 55 min
JR Pass: Not covered.

Check current timetables and fares before you travel.

Famous for (meibutsu)

Gyutan (food): Sendai's grilled beef tongue
Zunda mochi (food): rice cakes with sweet edamame paste

Plan your trip: tours & day trips near Akiu

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