石切温泉, Spa town in Higashiōsaka, Japan
Ishikiri Onsen is a spa town with natural mineral springs located at the base of Mount Ikoma in Higashiōsaka. Several bathing facilities here offer waters at different temperatures and mineral compositions that visitors can access throughout the area.
The natural mineral springs were discovered in 1959, which prompted rapid development of this area as a health destination in the Kansai region. Growth continued steadily, establishing this place as a regular destination for people seeking therapeutic bathing.
The area surrounding the hot springs has developed its own local character, visible in narrow lanes lined with small shops and eateries where people gather regularly. Visitors find themselves part of a daily rhythm where bathing and socializing blend naturally into the community's habits.
The area is straightforward to reach by train since Ishikiri Station sits about 5 minutes on foot from the bathing facilities. By car, it takes about 5 minutes from the nearest highway exit, allowing visitors to arrive easily from different directions.
The water here contains natural radium, which draws many people seeking relief from joint pain or circulation issues. This radioactive element gives the springs a special reputation among those who believe in their therapeutic properties.
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