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This Akita hot spring has a bath that is shaped like a boat. Drop us off in the ocean!

A quiet and historic resort town perfect for a weekend getaway.

Refresh in this hot spring village with secluded outdoor hot baths that even include a mixed-gender bath.

Mountain onsen village for luxury lovers or budget backpackers.

Where the snow is heavy and the hot springs are extra hot.

Hiking in summer; skiing in winter; but the milky, acidic onsen is good year round.

Shhhh. Don't wake the samurai spirits.

A quick dip for daytrippers in Ginzan Onsen.

Dark sand and endless ocean: Catch a wave in Kamakura.

The theme is steam: Historic and tattoo-friendly hot spring fit for a queen. (Or, back in the day, king.)

A mixed-gender onsen on an island — just a few hours from Tokyo.