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VOLCANIC SAND BATH? YES!! Welcome to Ibusuki, Kagoshima! 
In this episode, John travels to Kagoshima prefecture on the bottom of Kyushu to visit this unique style of onsen. It's call “suna mushi onsen” (砂むし温泉) in Japan. This style of Volcanic Sand Bath is only in Ibusuki, Kagoshima. 

There are several health benefits associated to suna mushi onsen. 
★ Good for the skin 
★ Improves blood circulation
★ Increases your metabolism
★ Relaxation

The sand is on average 50 to 55 degrees Celsius (~122 F) and that heat can be adjusted for children (cooler) -- or hotter for those who can take the heat.