Chinoike Jigoku
Oita Prefecture · Japan
The "blood pond hell" features a pond of hot, red water and a large souvenir shop. It is one of the more photogenic hells.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Chee-noh-ee-kay Jee-goh-koo, or the Blood Pond Hell, located in the historic geothermal district of Beppu. As a scholar of geological phenomena, I find this site particularly fascinating because it is documented as the…
Listen in the app2The Viewing Terrace — Chemical Composition and Color
Standing here at the primary terrace, we can analyze the specific mechanism behind the pond's hue. The red color is primarily due to the presence of hematite, a form of iron oxide. …
Listen in the app3The Red Mud Ointment Shop — Traditional Medicine
As we move toward the wooden structure near the exit, we encounter an interesting intersection of geology and traditional medicine. For hundreds of years, the red mud from this pond has been harvested to create 'Chee-noh-ee-kay…
Listen in the app4The Foot Bath — Controlled Geothermal Utility
Moving slightly away from the main pond, we reach the Ashiyu, or foot bath. This is where the thermal energy of the hell is harnessed for visitor comfort. …
Listen in the app5The Guardian Shrine — Spiritual Protection
Tucked against the hillside, you will find a small Shinto shrine dedicated to the guardians of the hot spring. In Japan, natural wonders of this magnitude are almost always seen as the dwelling places of spirits or deities. …
Listen in the app6The Upper Lookout — Panoramic Perspective
For those willing to climb the short path to the upper lookout, the reward is a comprehensive view of the entire Chee-noh-ee-kay complex. From this elevation, the circular nature of the pond becomes clear, suggesting its origin…
Listen in the app7The Garden Path — Botany in a Thermal Zone
As we walk along the perimeter path, take note of the specialized flora that thrives in this high-temperature, mineral-rich environment. While most plants would struggle in the acidic, hot soil near a 'hell,' certain species have…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our tour of the Blood Pond Hell, I hope you carry away a deeper understanding of the profound forces that shape our world. We have seen how a simple chemical reaction between iron and oxygen can create a landscape…
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What is Chinoike Jigoku?
Chinoike Jigoku is a place in Oita Prefecture · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Oita Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 33.3273, 131.4785 |
| Last updated |
