The massive influx of foreign tourists has proven to be more bane than boon for the Japanese onsen [hot spring] industry. As of Saturday, 15th March, local government units throughout the country ...

Hakone emerges as the top onsen destination this winter, offering a remarkable 60 bathhouses – three times more than any other onsen town. Located just outside of Tokyo, Hakone is a perfect escape for ...

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Your first time in a Japanese bath can be tricky but don’t be discouraged as there is no greater example of literally immersing oneself in another culture than going to a Japanese onsen. Akita ...

Noboribetsu Onsen is a well-known sightseeing spot in Hokkaido ... There’s an observation rail round the pond so you can watch and wait for the waters to bubble up. The waters bubble up violently in a ...

From a step-by-step guide about how to take an onsen, to information about what to wear and a few taboos too, it’s time to find out everything you need to know about visiting an onsen in Japan. There ...

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Onsen (hot spring) culture traces back to ancient times. Considered as a spiritual, cultural and hygienic practice, bathing in Japan comes with unspoken rules and etiquette. Across Japan, different ...

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The Dai-ichi Takimotokan Hotel is the oldest hot spring resort in Noboribetsu. It was established in 1858 by Kinzo Takimoto when he created it for his ailing wife. Many other hot spring inns have ...