by Sudrabfox | Feb 27, 2023 | Taiwan
Beitou Hot Springs, located just outside Taipei. Is a natural hot springs area that is a must-visit for anyone traveling to Taiwan. With its relaxing baths, stunning scenery, and rich history. Beitou Hot Springs offers a unique and memorable experience that will...
by Sudrabfox | Jan 16, 2023 | Tokyo
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word onsen?Where nice and quiet, where you may rest in hot water, away from the stresses of the world. Contrast this with the hustle, throngs, and never-ending activity of Japan’s metropolis, Tokyo.It...
by Sudrabfox | Nov 9, 2022 | Travels
Lonely Planet named this unbelievably quaint town in northern Hyogo one of Japan’s best onsen destinations. It has everything you need for a weekend of relaxation and proper Japanese hospitality. The famous hot springs of Kinosaki were discovered in...
by Sudrabfox | Nov 3, 2022 | Things To Do, Travels
Entering the onsen, or Japanese hot springs, is more complex than unclothing and hopping into the water.To the Japanese, taking part in the onsen requires you to know about the rich culture and history behind them and to be familiar with the rituals and customs of the...
by Sudrabfox | Jan 21, 2020 | Discoveries
Akita (秋田県, Akita-ken) is a large prefecture at the Sea of Japan coast in the northern Tohoku Region. Prefectural capital is Akita City. Among Akita’s main attractions are: its natural beauty of mountains and the sea, hot springs and the town of Kakunodate,...