5 Japanese Open-Air Hot Springs Offering Ocean ViewsJapan is renowned as the land of hot springs and offers various places to enjoy onsen baths. Staying at a traditional Japanese ryokan is perfect for relieving fatigue, and let’s introduce Japanese open-air hot springs with ocean views. ① Ocean-view Hot Springs in Shizuoka Prefecture In Nishiizu, Shizuoka Prefecture, Sawada Park boasts an open-air bath […]
Time Travel with Spirited Away: Ginzan Onsen's Enchanting Charm RevealedJapan is home to countless hot springs. It is a beloved destination for hot spring enthusiasts, offering a myriad of different hot springs. Among them, I would like to introduce the hot spring town of Yamagata Prefecture in the northern Tohoku region. To visit Yamagata, you must take the JR Yamagata Shinkansen “Tsubasa” from Tokyo […]
5 Luxury Ryokans for Authentic Japanese Hospitality① Ryokans Nestled in Natural Landscapes Japanese ryokan allows you to experience traditional accommodations. These places have traditional architecture, landscaping, and even hot springs. Fugaku Gunjo is a ryokan located in Shizuoka. Shizuoka is about an hour from Tokyo and offers beautiful views of Mount Fuji. At Fugaku Gunjo, you can soak in an open-air […]
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