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Soaking in glimmering water and the essence of prehistoric plants at a Hokkaido hot spring

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...

Travel Expert-Recommended! 5 Onsen Hot Spring Hotels & Inns in Otaru (Hokkaido)

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...

Atami Onsen: Your Guide to a Perfect Hot Springs Getaway Near Tokyo

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...

6 of the World's Dreamiest Hot Springs

From Japanese onsens to steaming terraces in Tuscany, these hot springs are portals to ultimate relaxation—and might also have serious health benefits.

Kumano Hongu Onsen: Why Travelers Are Calling These Remote Hot Springs Japan's 'Real-Life Fountain of Youth'

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...

Suwa: One of Japan’s Best Onsen Towns You’ve Never Heard of

Japan is popular. Hot springs are super popular. But Suwa, an onsen town in Nagano Prefecture, remains a hidden gem.

2-Day Sightseeing Getaway to Hoshino Resort Oirase Keiryu Hotel (Aomori)

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...

ONSEN RYOKAN YUEN SHINJUKU

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...

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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Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?

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...

Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring

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...

6 therapeutic wellness escapes to unwind for a solitude or social soak

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...

This Southern Oregon Resort Lets You Soak in Mineral Springs Without Even Leaving Your Room

Just outside Ashland, where vineyards roll across the hills and the mountains rise in the distance, there’s a place where time seems to slow down. The world gets quieter here. Phon...