Discover Japan’s Hidden Onsens
This is the gateway to the perfect hot springs retreat in Japan.
Read on for expert guidance and travel tips only locals know.
Who’s “The Onsen Expert?”
Hi! I’m Hugo. I’m a British national living in Japan, and I’ve visited hundreds of hot springs across Japan in the last 10 years.
As a native-level Japanese speaker,
I’ve got unlimited access to hidden gems that foreign visitors will simply never find, but I don’t think that’s fair at all. I believe onsens represent the pinnacle of what’s great about Japan. The magic, history and culture behind them have endured for thousands of years, so if you’re making a visit to Japan, visiting should be at the top of your list.
Read on, and let me show you why!
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