Onsen

Great Summer Retreats: Visit Karuizawa, Nagano and Kusatsu

Karuizawa in Nagano prefecture is a great summer retreat to escape the heat from Tokyo. Here are the great things to do in Karuizawa, Nagano and Kusatsu for your weekend trip!

2021.08.06

Places to visit in Japan

The 10 Best Private (Tattoo Friendly) Onsen in Japan

Onsen (hot spring) is a big part of Japanese culture that you can enjoy during your stay in Japan. However, if you have tattoos, you may find it difficult to find tattoo-friendly onsen since it's strictly forbidden. In this article, we listed the best private onsen in Japan for those who have tattoos!

2021.05.11

Customs

10 Best Onsen Towns near Tokyo!

Taking an onsen is one of the most exciting experiences that you can have in Japan. It has been an essential part of the Japanese culture for over centuries, visiting the onsen allows the Japanese to refresh and get rid of exhaustion from busy days. Japan boasts a large number of onsen resorts that can be found everywhere, and some of them are conveniently located near Tokyo. Taking a weekend trip to the relaxing onsen resort helps you get unwind while exploring tourist attractions and taking in the impressive sceneries around as well. Here is a list of the best onsen resorts near Tokyo!

2020.11.19

Day trips from Tokyo

Best Places to Visit in Nagano

Nagano prefecture is well known for its beautiful nature such as mountais, forests and highlands. If you love nature and outdoor activities, this will be one of your favourite areas. Let's discover some of the highlights!

2020.06.24

Chubu

How to Take a Japanese Onsen: Do’s and Don’ts

When coming to Japan, you should visit a onsen at least once. It is a big part of the Japanese lifestyle. But there are several do's and don'ts. Let us teach you the Japanese way of taking an onsen.

2020.02.04

Cultural tips