Onsen

Can You Go to Onsen with Tattoos in Japan? (2026 Complete Guide)

Can you use onsen (hot springs) in Japan with tattoos? Yes — and it’s easier than you think. Discover tattoo-friendly options, including private onsen and rooms with open-air baths.
April 17, 2026
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tattoo friendly

Why Are Tattoos Not Allowed in Japanese Onsen? History, Reality & What Travelers Should Know

Kashiwaya's private open-air onsen Why Are Tattoos Not Allowed in Japanese Onsen? If you're planning a trip to Japan and...
April 16, 2026
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Kashiwaya Ryokan

The Quiet Beauty of Shima Onsen in June

A Peaceful Escape in Japan’s Rainy Season June may not be the most popular time to travel in Japan.But in Shima Onsen, i...
April 10, 2026
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Kashiwaya Ryokan

Spirited Away Vibes in the Heart of Rural Japan: Discovering Shima Onsen and Staying at Kashiwaya Ryokan

Japan is known around the world for its rich tradition of craftsmanship—arts that have been passed down through generati...
December 7, 2025
Kashiwaya RyokanShima Onsen
Kashiwaya Ryokan

We uploaded a new video on our website!

We’ve uploaded an introduction video of Kashiwaya Ryokan to our website and YouTube channel.It’s an easy-to-understand v...
November 13, 2025
Kashiwaya Ryokan
Tips and FAQ

How to Travel Japan: The Golden Route

Introduction When you start planning a trip to Japan, you need to decide which area and which city you want to visit, an...
October 21, 2025
Tips and FAQTransportation , Access
Onsen

Enjoy Private Onsen in a Ryokan Near Tokyo: Different Ways to Experience Japanese Hot Springs

Private Onsen in a Ryokan Near Tokyo Japan offers a wide variety of ways to enjoy onsen, from large public baths to mixe...
August 2, 2025
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Shima Onsen

Renewable energy to protect our nature : Shima Onsen

Shima Onsen has dams to generate hydroelectricity. Shima Onsen is located in the northwest mountains of Gunma prefecture, and it is spread along the Shima River Valley. To preserve and to utilize resources our mountains and clear river, we have a few hydroelectric dams in this area.
March 29, 2025
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highlights and activities

Yearly Schedule of Events in Shima Onsen : Experience Japanese Tradition

Shima Onsen has more than 1,200 years of history. To protect historical tradition we've been taken over from generation to generation, there are some festivals held in Shima Onsen annually. Each festivals have meanings and purpose. On this page, you can find yearly schedule of events in Shima Onsen and best time of seasonal nature scene.
March 2, 2025
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Cuisine

Traditional Japanese style cuisine in Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan

We offer vegan meal for yout stay in Japanese Ryokan. Our vegan meal does not contain meat, seafood, egg or dairy products. We make special "Dashi (broth)" which is made from kelp and vegetables, instead of ‘Katsuo Dashi’. You can enjoy your stay in a traditional Japanese Ryokan that has Japanese features such as tatami rooms, an Onsen (hot spring), and Japanese cuisine.
February 21, 2025
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