Japan’s rural inns offer far more than a bed for the night—they’re an immersion into the heart of Japanese hospitality, culture, and cuisine. On a recent walking tour through the Kunisaki Peninsula ...

As I walk into the Hinotani Onsen at Misugi Resort, I’m hit with a mixture of scents from cedar to hops. This being my first onsen experience in Japan, I step over the threshold in the Kangetsu Noten ...

Onsen are baths filled with geothermally heated, mineral-rich water. They’ve long been part of Japanese culture, but foreign travelers often struggle with the nudity aspect. - Boaz Rottem/Alamy Stock ...

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 ...

On a recent concert tour in Japan, I had the chance to visit several thermal baths and to chat with people about the tradition of bathing. I was fascinated by their differences with American spas.

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These days, it’s hard not to know what an onsen town is. But back when I visited Japan for the third time in 2019, I had no idea this side of Japan even existed. It was only thanks to Papu’s ...

Pasay City Mayor Emi Calixto-Rubiano was the guest of honor at the reopening of SM Kenko Spa. In addition to being famous for Mount Fuji, cherry blossoms, and its cuisine, Japan is also known for its ...

Akiu Onsen is an onsen (hot spring) town located in Sendai City. It is counted among the three famous hot springs in Oshu (northern Tohoku region), along with Naruko Onsen, also in Miyagi Prefecture, ...

One of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, Japan is as widely known for its incredible art and fascinating culture as it is for its natural beauty, gastronomic experiences and friendly ...