The first thing to consider about the Japanese onsen is whether or not being naked in public bothers you. I’m not referring ...

Beppu is renowned as one of the nation’s top onsen resorts. The researchers also asked the residents about their medical histories and other questions. The team analyzed valid responses from ...

We meet a cat who fearlessly patrols crocodile enclosures heated by onsen steam. At a shopping arcade, we encounter early rising cats and a tengu statue. We even meet cats who enjoy billiards!

The dessert is cooked in the steam of hot spring water that is available at the Myoban onsen resort in Beppu, Oita Prefecture. “Its bitter caramel sauce and rich flavor (of the custard ...

An onsen gastronomy trek in rural Japan is a triple indulgence in hot springs, local delicacies and scenic walks. Read more at straitstimes.com.