Making a creaking sound, the wooden entrance door opens, and Sumie Tamura is standing there with a friendly smile. “Irashaimase” – welcome – she says while bowing gracefully to greet me. Her ...

Making a creaking sound, the wooden entrance door opens, and Sumie Tamura is standing there with a friendly smile. "Irashaimase" - welcome - she says while bowing gracefully to greet me. Her ...

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 ...

Soak in the three-Michelin-starred baths of Hyotan Onsen. Learn more about the craft of traditional bamboo weaving by taking a class at the Bamboo Cultural Center. Take a thermal sand bath while ...

Ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn that offers guests a unique and immersive experience of Japanese culture and hospitality. These establishments have a long history and are known for their warm ...

Visiting one of Japan’s many onsen destinations is a quintessential Japanese experience. Part of the charm of these hot spring towns is the peaceful and nostalgic atmosphere, which makes them the ...

Many travel memories begin to fade as soon as they are formed, but standing completely naked among a group of equally nude strangers isn’t something I anticipate forgetting any time soon. Months after ...

Anyone who’s ever soaked in a Japanese hot spring will know just how glorious it can feel, not only for the heat of the water, but all the minerals that benefit the skin. It’s a luxurious sensation ...

Onsen Box – A curated Japanese wellness experience delivered to your home, featuring authentic hot spring bath additives, traditional aromas, local teas, and artisanal gifts from Japan's most iconic ...