Hot springs, known as onsen in Japan, can be found everywhere in the island nation, from coast to coast. Since times of yore, these natural bathing facilities have been extolled for their health and ...

For some people, Japan’s onsen (hot springs) present a problem. On one hand, they want to experience this undeniably enjoyable part of Japanese culture, but on the other, they don’t feel comfortable ...

For some people, Japan’s onsen (hot springs) present a problem. On one hand, they want to experience this undeniably enjoyable part of Japanese culture, but on the other, they don’t feel comfortable ...

The “onsen” at Yukai Resort, Ureshino Kan —PHOTO COURTESY OF YUKAI RESORT The “onsen” at Yukai Resort, Ureshino Kan —PHOTO COURTESY OF YUKAI RESORT Ureshino’s special tofu cooked in spring water Trust ...

Dōgo Onsen is Ehime Prefecture’s prime tourism draw. The onsen hot spring district, two kilometers from prefectural capital Matsuyama’s center, is filled with old-fashioned ryokan inns and restaurants ...

Japan - the land of onsen, or hot springs. Each region of the country is known for a particular spring quality or effect, and there are plenty! You likely think of onsen as a serene place of ...

Bathing in an “Onsen,” or hot spring, should be on any bucket list for Japan, even if you aren’t a big wellness girlie — although the physical and mental benefits are definitely part of the draw. Each ...

Tokyo, Japan--(Newsfile Corp. - December 24, 2024) - Channel 47 announced the launch of the Seven Great Onsen Resorts in Gunma Hopping Fair. The limited time event will include the sale of dedicated ...

He stayed three weeks, reflecting on his brush with death in the story At Kinosaki, considered such a masterpiece of the form that it’s taught in schools. He continued visiting the hot springs town ...

One of our family's favorite winter activities is visiting an onsen (hot-spring bath). To many Japan newbies, the thought of bathing with strangers at a public bath seems off-putting — especially with ...