OGUNI, Japan — There is an old folk tale that visitors to a hot spring resort here come leaning on canes and walk home forgetting they ever had them. That is exactly how the Tsuetate Onsen hot spring ...

Agoda's data finds that travelers are booking onsen activities as part of walking, hiking, and exploration tours to experience destinations like a local. Agoda is thrilled to offer a wide range of ...

Dōgo Onsen is Ehime Prefecture’s prime tourism draw. The onsen hot spring district, two kilometers from prefectural capital Matsuyama’s center, is filled with old-fashioned ryokan inns and restaurants ...

Discover Asia’s top 5 onsen destinations to explore in 2026, from Osaka and Kyoto to Ha Long, Beppu and Nagasaki, as wellness ...

Six hot spring resorts in the Tohoku region were among the top 10 of a major travel website’s list of “most recommended onsen off the beaten track.” ...

It was during the Edo Period (1603-1867), that the Yubara Onsen area transformed into a “tojiba,” a hot spring resort for long-term stays aimed at recovery from illness and relaxation. More than 30 ...

Hawai Onsen and Togo Onsen are neighboring hot spring districts in the town of Yurihama, Tottori Prefecture. Both hot springs are next to a lake surrounded by mountains, so visitors exploring either ...

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 ...

Nestled in the Eai River valley of northwestern Miyagi Prefecture sits Naruko Onsen, a venerable and prolific hot springs area that is easily accessible while being a bit off the beaten track. Besides ...