Where Tokyo goes to sweat and soak
To stay relevant and attract new customers, public bathhouses and saunas are trading weary grandeur for contemporary cool.
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To stay relevant and attract new customers, public bathhouses and saunas are trading weary grandeur for contemporary cool.
Does the morning sauna make up for a night of communal snoring? With Tokyo hotel prices increasing due to the tourism boom, both domestic and international travelers are often left...
A botanical bath at an affordable price. In the far reaches of Japan, in the city of Obihiro in Hokkaido, our sauna and hot spring-loving reporter Seiji Nakazawa was almost set to...
Atami Onsen is a hot spring resort in Shizuoka Prefecture that's only 45 minutes from Tokyo by bullet train. With its stunning views of the Izu Peninsula, Atami Onsen is a sought-a...
Considering a trip to Hokkaido's Otaru? Enhance your stay by lodging at a hot spring hotel. Otaru, a quaint tourist spot, boasts nostalgic streets, the famous Otaru Canal, and deli...
TOKYO >> Yoshiko Kodama’s family has run a traditional public bathhouse in the mountainous city of Nagano, Japan, for 138 years.
From Japanese onsens to steaming terraces in Tuscany, these hot springs are portals to ultimate relaxation—and might also have serious health benefits.
Foreign visitors have been flocking to spa centres in China to try a unique cultural experience at an affordable price. Many foreigners have been amazed by the bathhouses in the co...
A relaxing, adorable, and free place to soak your toes with Pikachu, Gyarados, and more. We recently took a look at Japan’s newest Pokéfuta, a collection of six Pokémon-themed manh...
Traditional public bathhouses in Japan are in deep water as soaring energy costs triggered by the Middle East oil supply disruptions threaten to extinguish the fires of a fading tr...
Hidden deep in the mountains of Wakayama, at the heart of Japan’s ancient spiritual landscape, lies a hot spring village that feels quietly magical. Just steps from Kumano Hongu...
High fuel costs are imperiling the Japanese sento, a long-declining industry that remains a vital social lifeline for the country’s isolated elderly.
Whether you want to sink into a geothermal bath or indulge in some serious skin care, these destinations offer a place to get away from it all.
Discover where to stay in Hakone and experience the ultimate hot spring vacation in Japan. Enjoy soaking in onsen hot springs while enjoying breathtaking views of Mount Fuji and ex...
Pikachu and Gyarados invite you to come by for a relaxing soak as Noto town recovers from disaster. A lot of storylines in the Pokémon anime and video games follow the journeys of...
In the heart of Aomori Prefecture, Oirase Keiryu is a nature lover's paradise, where the serene beauty of cascading waterfalls, lush forests, and rejuvenating hot springs create an...
I really like Onsen Shinjuku Ryokan Yuen which is kind of a business hotel and ryokan hybrid.I’ve spoken in detail here about why Shinjuku is probably my least favourite areas to s...
What do you look for when you visit Japan? Cutting-edge technology, memorable meals, or time in peaceful, historic surroundings? In Tokyo and Kanagawa, a seasonal event brings thes...
Soaring oil prices driven by the war in the Middle East are threatening to deal a final blow to the traditional public bathhouse.
Japan is popular. Hot springs are super popular. But Suwa, an onsen town in Nagano Prefecture, remains a hidden gem.
A new study suggests a simple soak offers surprisingly powerful health benefits, but is it better than a sauna?
Hydrotherapy is making a comeback with wellness entrepreneurs debuting concepts centered on the therapeutic powers of water. Here, we’re making a shortlist of escapes for some well...
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