Visit this serene town known for its soothing onsens, scenic parks, and charming local shops, and you'll see why it's often ...

Japan lends itself to a multi-day guided walking trip, a rich culture with a surprising amount of wilderness to explore, ...

Japan is a land of volcanoes ... Below the Numanotaira Crater, in the Adatara mountain range, Michael discovers a torrent of hot spring water flowing straight out of the rocks.

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 ...

The onsen resort village in Matsuyama, Shikoku – the smallest of Japan’s four main islands – is touted as the country’s oldest hot springs. It is here that Japan’s wellness trend took ...