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Misatokan inn’s main indoor bath
The main indoor bath at Misatokan inn in Gunma Prefecture is a contemporary version of a classic bathhouse.

Onsen Adventures’ mission is to introduce readers to Japan’s great hot springs and traditional inns.

The language gap can be large, and a lot of information is out there. Onsen Adventures aims to help readers filter through these factors and pinpoint the best places to visit while in Japan.

Onsen Adventures is an independent, in-depth guide to Japan’s onsen hot springs and ryokan traditional Japanese inns, including detailed information about them and stories of adventures along the way – all based on experiences traveling to such places.

The site has four main pillars.

  • The Hot Spring Reviews page lists onsen.
  • The Inn Reviews page lists ryokan.
  • The Basics page provides basic/fundamental information about various aspects related to hot springs and traditional Japanese inns.
  • The Travel stories page has essays about journeys to hot springs, while the Snapshots page features quick reads focusing on one specific element.

All onsen ryokan have a special mystique, and a stay at one is a quintessential Japanese experience. Visit one — it’s well-worth the effort and expense. ♨

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Onsen Adventures is an in-depth guide to Japan’s great onsen hot springs and ryokan traditional inns, including information about them and stories of adventures along the way.

All onsen ryokan have a special mystique, and staying at one is a quintessential Japanese experience.

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