In Japan, bathing in the nude with strangers is just a regular part of onsen culture. But for many foreign visitors, taking ...

In Japan, bathing is more than just a way to get clean—it’s an ancient tradition elevated to an art form. Long regarded as both a physical and spiritual experience, communal bathing has historically ...

Just a ferry or flight away from Tokyo is a secret island escape with excellent snorkeling, volcanic geology, healing hot ...

A new high-speed train stop unlocks Kaga, a destination for onsen, nourishing food and traditional crafts, as an easy-to-reach getaway from Japan’s capital. A riverside cafe pops up from spring ...

In Onsen Master, your day consists of taking customers to the onsen of their choice, as well as keep up with maintenance. Most of the time, however, you are dealing with the customers and making baths ...

Soaking in a Japanese hot spring is the perfect way to heal a tired body and mind. In 2025, Kusatsu Onsen heads a nationwide ranking of hot springs. In the 2025 ranking of the most popular hot springs ...

I’ve bathed in hot springs all over the world – here’s the experts’ view on their secret to a longer life - Is this ancient ...