Hidden Gems • 04/07/2026 Elegant tattoo friendly onsen escapes in Hakone’s hidden hot spring retreats Discover Hakone’s most welcoming tattoo-friendly onsen, including Tenzan Onsen. Learn etiquette, design details, day-trip tips, and practical data for inclusive hot spring stays in Kanagawa near Tokyo. by Aisha Katsura
Hidden Gems • 02/07/2026 An elegant guide to an Itsukushima ryokan stay on Miyajima Island Discover how to choose and enjoy an Itsukushima ryokan stay on Miyajima Island, with tips on rooms, baths, dining, booking windows, and access to Itsukushima Shrine and the floating torii gate. by Aisha Katsura
Hidden Gems • 27/06/2026 The Next Hot Spring Boom Won't Start in Japan or Iceland: Where to Watch A data-backed look at emerging hot spring destinations for 2026, from Vietnam, Saudi Arabia and Kenya to China and Phillip Island, with growth figures, local context and sustainability insights for serious onsen travelers.
Hidden Gems • 04/06/2026 Oita Beyond Beppu: The Hidden Onsen Valleys That Locals Would Rather You Didn't Find Discover Oita onsen beyond Beppu: quiet inland hot springs in Yufuin, Tsukahara, Amagase and Bungo Ono, with sample itineraries, etiquette tips, and planning advice for refined multi-night bathing trips.
Top Hot Spring Destinations • 26/05/2026 Solo Hot Spring Travel: The Etiquette, the Logistics, and the Places That Reward Going Alone A detailed guide to solo hot spring travel onsen in Japan, covering etiquette, logistics, and the best onsen towns and ryokan that truly reward going alone.
Hidden Gems • 12/05/2026 How to Find a Memorable Hot Spring Stay Without the Luxury Price Tag Learn how to plan affordable hot spring travel and budget onsen stays, from cheap hot springs in the USA to Japanese ryokan with onsen, with tips on pricing, safety, and solo soaking tactics.
Hot Spring Technology • 16/02/2026 Elegant alternatives to glenwood hot springs hotels for refined soaks and stays Compare glenwood hot springs hotels with Japanese luxury onsen inns, from pools and rooms to booking tips, for travellers seeking refined soaking experiences. by Thierry van der Leest
