Kyoto’s Top 7 Natural Onsen Areas

Making the trip to Japan’s former capital? It’s a city packed with nods to the country’s history and tradition – and what better Japanese tradition is there than bathing in hot water? Read on to learn all about Kyoto's best onsen areas.

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Chapter 12: Back to School

Japanese school is FINALLY in session, and Devon is so ready that he's written a haiku in preparation. He's also set to hit the ground running the second he steps through the front door of Chuo Elementary School.Hear the sights and sounds in Chapter 12 of Forever Foreign!

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Hokkaido’s Top 7 All-Natural Onsen

At the top of Japan is Hokkaido, a place famous for being one small cultural step removed from the rest of the country. It’s colder, flatter, and is famous for its sheep. But one thing Hokkaido has in common with the rest of Japan is some of the best hot springs in the world. Read on to learn about the best onsen areas the northern island has to offer.

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Chapter 11: Never Regret Thy Japanese

Back to the grind! Or rather, back to more free time before Japan's second school semester starts and Devon needs to start doing some real work. With that free time,…

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