Miharashi-no-Yu

In short

Miharashi-no-Yu is a town-run hot spring located in Sueyoshi at the southeastern tip of Hachijojima Island. Its official name is Sueyoshi Onsen "Miharashi-no-Yu," and its open-air bath overlooking the Pacific Ocean is the most popular on the island. Situated on an elevation 94 meters above sea level, you can soak in the hot spring while taking in views of the vast ocean by day and a sky full of stars at night.

• ​Open-Air Bath Overlooking the Pacific Ocean​​: From the open-air bath, you can look out over the vast Pacific Ocean, the cliffs of Koiwatogahana, and a lighthouse.
• ​Bathtub Shaped Like Hachijojima Island​​: One of the open-air baths is shaped like Hachijojima Island.
• ​Whales in Winter​​: In winter, you might be able to see humpback whales while soaking in the water, and if you are lucky, you might even spot them breaching.

History and Highlights

Miharashi-no-Yu is a hot spring located in the Sueyoshi district at the southeastern tip of Hachijojima Island. There are several town-run hot spring facilities on Hachijojima, all of which are located in the three districts collectively called Sakaue: Kashitate, Nakanogo, and Sueyoshi. Among them, Miharashi-no-Yu is known as the open-air hot spring that is most popular with tourists. Sueyoshi is the district furthest away from the airport and the ports.

Miharashi-no-Yu stands on a high ground 94 meters above sea level, offering an exceptional view just as its name ("view bath") suggests. From the open-air bath, you can overlook the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, the cliffs of Koiwatogahana, and a lighthouse. One of the open-air baths is shaped like Hachijojima Island. The water is cloudy white with a greenish tint.

There are two types of open-air baths: a fully open-air bath and a semi-open-air bath with a roof. These two rotate between men and women depending on whether the day of the month is odd or even. There are also indoor baths, and you can also enjoy the scenery through the large windows of the indoor baths and the rest lounge.

Viewing and Experiencing Points

• ​Gazing at the Vast Ocean by Day​​: From the open-air bath, you can gaze out at the Pacific horizon, Koiwatogahana, and the lighthouse. Every year on New Year's Day, it is lively with visitors gathered to watch the first sunrise.
• ​Looking for Whales in Winter​​: During the winter whale-watching season, you might spot humpback whales while relaxing in the bath. If luck is on your side, you might even see a whale jump.
• ​Bathing Under the Stars at Night​​: Because it is open until nighttime, taking a soak after the sun sets while gazing up at a sky full of stars is popular.

Tips for Exploring

Miharashi-no-Yu is about 24 minutes by car from Hachijojima Airport. It is also accessible by local bus, being located right by the "Sueyoshi Onsen-mae" bus stop. Because the open-air baths alternate between men and women depending on the day, visiting over two separate days is a good option if you wish to experience both. Beyond Miharashi-no-Yu, a steep slope descends toward the sea. Just near Borawazawa Fishing Port at the bottom of that slope lies Borawazawa Onsen, the oldest hot spring facility on the island. Because Sueyoshi is an area with hardly any shops, be mindful of your lunch and dining plans. Uramigataki Onsen, located near Urami Falls in Nakanogo, is a different hot spring.