JAPANESE COUNTRYSIDE

Edo-Period philosopher Hayashi Razan identified the three best onsen in all of Japan.

If you’re looking to get off the beaten path, then give these towns a try!

Located 90 minutes from Tokyo by car, Hiratsuka Tanada grows rice with only rain water, without any other means of irrigation.

Oita has the most hot spring sources, but Hokkaido has the most spas—and the highest onsen is in Toyama.

Do you want to immerse yourself in a relaxing environment surrounded by rich Japanese history and architecture?

This collection of winter snowscapes will help you beat the winter chill in the most unique way possible.

Onsen are an important part of Japanese culture, and they’re one of the things I missed the most while living in the U.S.

Snow monkeys aren’t the only ones getting in the water in the winter.