A “Bijin-no-Yu” beautifying hot spring rich in natural minerals

Togayama Onsen is characterized by its high content of bicarbonate ions, as well as abundant salt and magnesium.
Because these components—often collectively referred to in Japan as “bicarbonate components”—are said to help moisturize the skin, hot springs with a high concentration of them are popularly known as “Bijin-no-Yu,” or “beautifying hot springs.”