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Traditional Japanese Bath Houses – 7 Tips for First-Timers

Traditional Japanese bath houses, or sento, are a bit of a rarity in Japan these days, but onsen, or hot springs, are alive and well. When you get down to it, they’re almost the exact same thing. They both involve stripping down in a change area, washing yourself, and letting your troubles melt away. Read up on all the rules you need to know before going here.

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April 26, 2023
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Bath House Rules

Stepping into a Japanese bath house for the first time is like falling face-first into a whole new world. There are sights you never thought you'd see, relaxation you never thought you'd know, and rules. Oh the rules. Learn all you need to know (not actually), and have fun with it here!

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April 14, 2023
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Japan’s 11 Most Famous Onsen

Japan is littered with some incredible hot springs, or 'onsen.' Some are known for their luxurious inns, some are known for their healing waters, and some are known for their history. Read on to see the country's 11 most famous onsen and how they earned that title.

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April 3, 2023
Read more about the article The 9 Best of the Best Hot Springs in Japan
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The 9 Best of the Best Hot Springs in Japan

You can crawl over just about every inch of Japan and find yourself within shouting distance of a magical hot spring. But while some spots are more famous than others, that doesn’t always mean that they’re the cream of the crop. See which ones are the best of the best in this list.

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March 24, 2023