Ibusuki Sand Bath & Senganen Garden
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Port
Kagoshima, Japan
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$350
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 7½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Time at the Ibusuki Sand Bath and exploring the beautiful Sengan-en Garden will provide you with the perfect blend of relaxation and cultural immersion, making for an unforgettable experience in Japan.
Your first stop is at Ibusuki – the Satsuma Peninsula's foremost resort, famed for its therapeutic sand baths. A tonic for circulation and general health, the hot springs heat the sand to approximately 180 degrees Fahrenheit. You'll don a kimono (yukata) and sit back as you're covered with warm sand up to your neck. Relax and savor the sensation; then, you'll take a shower and a Japanese-style bath.
Next, you'll enjoy a Japanese-style lunch.
Finally, head to Sengan-en Garden — a fine specimen of Japanese landscape gardening with Sakurajima and Kinko Bay harmoniously forming its beautiful backdrop. Here you'll explore meticulously landscaped grounds, historic buildings and stunning views of Sakurajima volcano, creating a serene and picturesque setting.
Your tour concludes with a relaxing drive back to the pier.
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Guests with a history of high blood pressure, heart problems or skin problems are not allowed to participate. Tattoos are not allowed. Bring local currency, as most vendors do not accept US dollars or credit cards. Changing facilities are available. Cotton kimonos and a small towel are provided for the sand bath; swimsuits are not allowed in the sand bath. This is typical of Japanese-style bathing and no exceptions are made. Guests with a history of high blood pressure and/or heart or skin conditions are not allowed to participate. Terrain includes even and uneven surfaces, inclines, gravel, and many steps. Some parts of Sengan-en Garden are not wheelchair accessible. Unfamiliar accents can be challenging; feel free to ask your guide to repeat or elaborate on information, and to speak more slowly so you can fully comprehend and converse