William A bit more about springs and where to find them: The Kashima Spring Park Natural Pool (Kashima-chō yūsuikōen ten’nen pūru, 嘉島町湧水公園 天然プール) is a wonderful place to bring the kids. It consists of a conventional spring-fed pool and a natural area for exploring. Admission is free, but parking is ￥500. Their website https://www.mlit.go.jp/tochimizushigen/mizsei/mizusato/shichoson/kyushu/kashima.htm indicates they are open this year; a confirmation call is recommended.　096-237-2619