A hot spring spa in northern Japan has added yuzu citrus fruits to its bath in order to provide visitors with a special ...

This winter, treat yourself to a cozy getaway in Kusatsu Onsen. Enjoy the snowy landscape and warm up in its famous hot springs.

I secretly booked a hot spring bath for two people...and the most awkward moment in Gladish history...[Part 3 of the ...

There’s one important cultural custom involving the ultra-relaxing onsen, of which you may not be aware if you're planning an ...

Higashine is located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture, just a 30-minute drive from the city of Yamagata and slightly over ...

I love Japanese onsens (hot springs), and my family... well, they like them. I had heard about Kusatsu and asked my wife to see if she could book a trip out there for us. She delivered and we rented a ...

A three-day cycling journey through Akita’s countryside reveals local craftsmanship, soothing hot springs, traditional foods ...

These aren't exotic secrets locked away in mountain temples—they're surprisingly simple daily habits that have quietly helped ...

A ramen staple from Tokyo, Afuri brings its bright, modern aesthetic to Niseko with minimalist interiors and a lively energy ...

As any local will tell you, Osaka is proudly different. Japan’s third biggest city has a reputation for being fun-loving and ...

The underrated Setouchi region of Japan is known for its sake distilleries, onsen culture, powerful history, scenic train rides, and year-round mild weather.

Japanese stationery stops, cult workouts, crystal shops, bathhouses and K-beauty skincare havens—plus modern Botox studios.