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Its complimentary foot baths make this a well-deserved rest point for hikers! Hiking around Nyuto Onsen Village can take a toll on your tired feet, so why not try out Ogama Onsen’s complimentar...
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Autumn is truly a spectacle for the senses and the season for satiating all of your cravings. The feel of a cool, crisp day, after a sweltering summer. The crunch of leaves underneath your fee...
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This cultural gem dates back to 1638! At 380 years old, Tsurunoyu Onsen is not just the oldest onsen in the village; it also has a local myth to boot. According to folklore, a hunter named Kans...
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This elusive ryokan is a hidden gem within Nyuto Village’s beech forests. If a rustic village by a dramatic river is your idea of an Instagram-worthy shot, then snap away at Magoroku Onsen. Est...
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Named after the river crabs, this haven is a home away from home. It all began when a doctor discovered a miraculous hot spring by a stream in 1847. Hence, Ganiba Onsen (translated as “river cr...
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Oh, sweet! Summertime in Japan can get fairly hot and humid. So, many people will often turn to chilled seasonal foods to help cool themselves down and even whet their appetite. And there are certai...
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Designer and producer Michiyo Koyama adds an unusual, colourful twist to standard bouquets—by using fresh vegetables and other edible plants instead. You may be familiar with floral garlands and fr...
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Fancy duck or snapper-based ramen? Check out some of the latest ramen flavours around at these noodle hot spots. [caption id="attachment_4537" align="alignnone" width="770"] Left: Men-Men Tei / Cen...
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“Although Corner House offers a French-based menu, I’m also inspired by the ingredients that are available and the places I’ve travelled to. When I first visited Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market years ago, I wa...
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Take a closer look at one of Japan’s most important customs, the Obon summer festival. Ah, summer in Japan! When the long school holidays come around and workers go on vacation, the season is r...
