Don't leave Japan without experiencing the traditional hot water cure. Here's where and how to get in your soaks.

Discover Hakone's charm! This family trip features breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji, a ride on the famous Romance Car, and ...

With its hot springs, ancient shrine, and Mt. Fuji views, this mountain town is a welcome reprieve from the big cities.

Although Hakone is primarily associated with hot springs, its charm as a summer destination for escaping the heat is still ...

Thanks to the abundance of natural hot springs in Japan, bathing is an important part of Japanese culture. In fact, there are over 3,000 hot spring resorts across the country. While it’s easy to ...

In 2022, the Kusatsu onsen in Gunma Prefecture toppled Hakone in annual rankings released by the Jalan Research Center, which specializes in tourism and leisure activities. Hakone had held the top ...

One of Japan’s most popular onsen towns Image: PIXTA/ Blue Liao As one of Japan’s most popular hot spring resorts, Hakone has many outdoor onsen with spectacular views and private-room baths ideal for ...

Kusatsu Onsen was popular among those who were 60 or over, while Hakone Onsen in Kanagawa Prefecture, which ranked close behind in second place, was a favorite among younger age groups.

In the category of hot spring resorts that people have visited and would like to visit again, the top five were Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma Prefecture, Hakone Onsen in Kanagawa Prefecture, Dogo Onsen ...