How about an outdoor hot spring bath ... with lots and lots of other people? It’s an annual winter tradition here at the Kawayu Onsen spa resort and open to all until Feb. 28. The bathing area ...

On a recent concert tour in Japan, I had the chance to visit several thermal baths and to chat with people about the tradition of bathing. I was fascinated by their differences with American spas.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. I recently returned from a weekend at Castle Hot Springs. After a few days of soaking in the property’s natural ...

In a recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers explored how bathing in Japanese hot springs affects the gut microbiota of healthy individuals. Their results provide ...