Water culture of Tarumi, Kagoshima | The tradition of “offering water”

Water is not just a daily resource; it also shapes culture and history.
Tarumi City, Kagoshima Prefecture, is blessed with abundant spring water from Sakurajima and the Shirasu Plateau, and has been known as a ``water town.''
There is also a historical episode in which the water is said to have been presented to the lord, and the water culture that leads to today's hot spring water 99 has taken root.

Tarumi City and the abundance of water

Tarumi City's clean spring water and waterways Water resources that support local life

Tarumi is an area where spring water is pure and has a good mineral balance due to the natural filtration layer created by Sakurajima and the Shirasu Plateau.
Blessed with water for agriculture, fishing, and daily life, it has long been known as the "City of Water"
A food culture centered around water resources (rice, fish, shochu, etc.) is also developing.

The tradition of “offering water” handed down through history

Kagoshima Castle Tsurumaru Castle Ruins Places related to the history of the Satsuma clan and the tradition of offering water

As a local legend, there is an anecdote called ``water presented to the lord.''
During the Edo period, there was a culture in which the Shimazu family of the Satsuma domain presented special products to Kyoto and Edo, and it is said that famous water was prized as part of that gift.
Although reliable historical materials are limited, local folklore has passed down the story as ``the water loved by the lords.''
👉 This episode is symbolic of how Tarumi's water was the pride of the region.

Water culture and hot spring water passed down to the present day99

Statue of Yoshihisa Shimazu on horseback Historical figures who ruled the Satsuma domain and the tradition of water culture

Hot Spring Water 99 is a natural alkaline mineral water that springs from 750m underground in Tarumi City.
Highly alkaline with a pH of 9.5 to 9.9 and ultra-soft water with a hardness of 1.7
It has been loved in Japan for over 20 years and has received international quality evaluations.
As symbolized by the tradition of offering water, it is still regarded as a special water.

Bringing water and culture to the future

The pond and autumn leaves of Sengonen: The blessings of water rooted in Kagoshima's nature and garden culture

Water is part of local culture and its value is passed down through generations.
Hot Spring Water 99 is not just drinking water, but a cultural asset created by the nature and history of Tarumi City.

A glass of water that we drink every day can also tell us a story from history.
That is the charm of Onsen Water 99.

Summary｜“Special water” that moves with history

Hot spring water 99 with Sakurajima and Kinko Bay in the background Special mineral water with naturally alkaline and ultra-soft water

The spring water of Tarumi City has been the pride of the region since ancient times, and has been handed down as ``offering water.''
Hot Spring Water 99 continues this water culture to the present day and delivers it to people all over the world.

The cup you drink is "special water" nurtured by Kagoshima's nature and history.

Water culture of Tarumi, Kagoshima | The tradition of “offering water” handed down through history and hot spring water 99