Japanese hot springs—better known as onsens—are prized for their zen experience, with travelers coming from around the world to lounge in natural pools and bliss out. The country is home to ...

This style of onsen therapeutics is known as Tōji ... where visitors can recover their energy while enjoying the majestic natural environment along with some of the world's finest carbonated ...

Also known as snow monkeys, Japanese macaque monkeys have enjoyed taking baths in the natural onsen for decades. Actor Joanna Lumley tries the ‘addictive’ hot springs in her mission to explore ...

onsen are filled with natural volcanic spring water, known for its rich and healing mineral content, while sento simply use heated tap water (although some do add minerals and infusions to the water).

Discover everything you need to know for your first onsen in Japan: from etiquette and pre-soak rituals, to top hot springs ...

Join me as I explore the stunning Nyuto Onsen and hike to a hidden, wild hot spring on foot! Experience the natural beauty, serenity, and unique atmosphere of these amazing locations. #NyutoOnsen ...

Sourced from pure alkaline hot spring Hakone in Lake Ashi in Kanagawa prefecture, the open-air outdoor onsen is lower in temperature than the indoor bath, which is not a natural spring.