Then I tried the Onsen Waffle Bath Towel, one of the picks in our towel guide. This towel is soft and plush, like a summery throw, but it’s still very absorbent while retaining the drape and ...

One of Japan’s most popular winter destinations is Ginzan Onsen in Yamagata prefecture. The former silver mine is a postcard-perfect winter escape, home to numerous ryokan (traditional Japanese ...

Hita is on the way to popular tourist sites and onsen hotspots Beppu and Yufuin, making it a great place to add to your travels. There’s a lot of idyllic scenery to enjoy here, especially at Hoshuyama ...

The little ski village of Nozawa Onsen often gets overlooked by overseas travelers in favour of more popular snowy escapes like Niseko in Hokkaido prefecture. However, this delightful Nagano ...