Hot Foot 105
Nagasaki Prefecture · Japan
After a long day touring Nagasaki we have refreshments and beverages (alcoholic and non alcoholic options) whilst soaking our feet in hot volcanic Hot Spring water which will feel like heaven. This attraction is only for Nagasaki Itineraries.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Obama Onsen, specifically to the remarkable installation known as Hot Foot One-Oh-Five. As a scholar of Japanese geography and culture, I find this location fascinating not just for its leisure value, but as a profound…
Listen in the app2The Source of Tenacity — The 105-Degree Spring
We stand now at the northern end of the facility, near the primary source where the thermal waters emerge from the depths of the earth. In scientific terms, what you are witnessing is the discharge from a deep-seated geothermal…
Listen in the app3The Steaming Station — Culinary Geothermalism
Just adjacent to the footbath, you will find a peculiar set of stone and wooden structures known as the Mushi-gama or steaming ovens. This area represents a fascinating aspect of local culture: the use of geothermal heat for…
Listen in the app4The Pedestrian Path — Reflexology in Motion
As we move further down the length of the footbath, you will notice that the bottom of the stone trough changes texture. This section is designed for walking reflexology. …
Listen in the app5The Waterfront Promenade — A View of Tachibana Bay
Continuing along the curve of the footbath, we reach a section that offers perhaps the most unobstructed views of the water. This is where the architectural design truly shines, as the 105-meter length allows for a panoramic…
Listen in the app6The Pet Footbath — Inclusivity for All Companions
In a delightful nod to the deep bond between humans and their animal companions, Hot Foot 105 includes a dedicated section for pets. Located toward the southern end, this smaller, shallower pool allows dogs to enjoy the benefits…
Listen in the app7The Southern Terminus — Reflections on the 105
We have reached the end of the one hundred and five-meter stretch. At this point, the water, having traveled the full length of the facility, is diverted back toward the sea or into secondary cooling systems. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As you step away from the warm waters of Hot Foot 105 and dry your feet, I hope you carry with you a renewed appreciation for the extraordinary energy that resides just beneath our feet. This facility is more than just a place to…
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What is Hot Foot 105?
Hot Foot 105 is a place in Nagasaki 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 | Nagasaki Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 32.7269, 130.2052 |
| Last updated |