A cornerstone of Japanese culture, onsen runs the gamut—but these experiences take hot-spring soaks to a whole new level.

It feels near impossible to steal a moment of zen while a global pandemic rages on, or to clear your mind of coronavirus news and practice mindfulness. But leave it to the Japanese to find an ...

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.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Joni Sweet is a journalist who covers travel, wellness, and adventure. A trip to an onsen is a quintessential part of a trip to ...

Japanese macaques, also known as snow monkeys, have been enjoying regular baths in the hot spring at Jigokudani in Japan for decades -- and have even become a popular tourist attraction. New findings ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A new spa concept is set to open in Bluffton next month, offering a unique wellness service to the Lowcountry community. The ...