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Japan is famous for its hot springs (onsen) and traditional inns (ryokan). Visiting these places is a unique and relaxing experience, but it can be confusing for first-time visitors. Here’s a guide to the most common questions.   1....

Arima Onsen is one of Japan’s oldest and most famous hot spring towns, just about an hour from Osaka or Kyoto. Known for its　Kin no Yu and Gin no Yu  (golden and silver hot springs) and charming streets, it’s a perfect spot for a short ...

I’ll never forget the day I accidentally broke the tea bowl my tea teacher had given me. It was a small, delicate bowl, but it meant so much to me—not just as a piece of pottery, but as a gift from someone I deeply respect. When it slipp...

Every January, the Kansai region—including Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe—comes alive with the festive energy of Toka Ebisu, a vibrant celebration honoring Ebisu, the god of business prosperity and good fortune. This three-day festival, held fro...