【Coming soon】Enbara Clear Blue: Five Senses Sauna and Wellness Retreat Experience
Renew your mind, body, and soul as you soak in nature's goodness and engage your senses in a setting of profound beauty, where the life-sustaining crystal clear waters Enbara Clear Blue run free. Breathe deep, cast your worries aside and unwind as you take in the earthy fragrance of seasonal herbs, the welcoming warmth emanating from the firewood while you enjoy your slow sauna session. Take in the rustling of the wind in the trees, the rushing of the river waters, the harmonies of the wild birdsongs as you cool down in the constantly refreshing, mineral-rich Enbara River (14°C in summer, 8°C in winter). Savor a delicious coffee brewed from subterranean spring water and a lunch made from local, seasonal ingredients. Rediscover yourself in nature's rhythms.
Recommended points
● Sauna: Enjoy steaming in the comforts of your own privacy, and breathe easy while taking in the natural fragrance of the local medicinal herbs using the "Ouroboros" superheated steam generator, supervised by the team behind madsaunist, winner of the Saunner of the Year 2024 by SAUNACHELIN (an annual award program that features "Japan's Must-Visit Sauna Facilities" every November 11th).
● Enbara River: Soak in its dazzlingly clear blue waters as you become one with nature. The water, crisp yet soft, is purified from its subterranean source by a massive limestone bedrock, maintains a stable year-round temperature of about 14°C in summer and 8°C in winter, and abundant in minerals.
● Moss-covered Forest: Find profound fulfillment and healing in this outdoor bath surrounded by the deeply mystical scenery akin to that in the Princess Mononoke movie, and Yakushima Island - a very exceptional experience to be had just by being present in the moment.
● Wellness Experience: Reawaken your senses to "harmony with nature" in this day and age, with this seamless experience of nature's five elements (wood, fire, earth, metal, water).
● Specialty refreshments: Relish coffee made with mineral-rich subterranean spring water, and in summer, sweets made from river weed that only thrive in the most pristine of waters.
Overview
- Season
- 2025/12/1～2027/3/31 (Excluding weekends, public holidays, year-end and New Year’s holidays)
- Activity Time
- 5 hours 30 minutes
- Place
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- Number of Participants
- 2～8 people
- Reference Price
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- Starting Point
- JR Gifu Station or hotel within Gifu City
- Ending Point
- JR Gifu Station or hotel within Gifu City
- Meeting Time
- 8:30
- Schedule
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8:30 - Meetup at Gifu Station or hotel within Gifu City
9:30 - Genryu (river source) retreat sauna
12:45 - Spring water point: Draw from the Enbara River's subterranean source before moving to the next location.
13:15 - Lunch (Japanese-Western fusion lunch), coffee (or tea) made with subterranean spring water, sweets (exclusively for summer - rare riverweed sweets)
15:30 - Dispersal at Gifu Station or hotel within Gifu City
* This itinerary is an example
- Important Information
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・Please bring your own swimwear and towels. River sandals and drinking water are provided free of charge; towel ponchos available for rent at 500 yen.
・The heat of the tent sauna is usually at around 75–110°C, though this may vary depending on the firewood used and external temperatures. Staff will regulate the temperature and humidity to your preference and comfort.
・The event will proceed even in rainy weather unless warnings are issued. Should cancellation occur due to the weather or high water levels, you will be notified by the morning of the event. You will be issued a full refund.
・The venue is close to forests and rivers, which means that there are many insects about in summer. We recommend wearing lighter-colored clothes (dark colors attract insects) and bringing insect repellant.
- Contact Information
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Discover GIFU
Phone number: +81-(0)58-265-4831 (weekdays 9:30-17:30)
Email address: customer@gifu-tj.jp
