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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.
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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...
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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...
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...
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...
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.
Onsen

How to Take an Onsen?|8 Rules & Manners of Japanese Onsen Bath

The etiquette of visiting hot springs(Onsen) bath in Japan Today, we will be introducing the etiquette of visiting hot s...
Onsen

5 Benefits and Effects of Onsen (Hot Spring)

Shima Onsen is a famous hot spring located in Nakanojo Town, Gunma Prefecture. In Japan, Ministry of Environment certifi...
highlights and activities

Join Me for a Guided Tour of Shima Onsen: Discover Old Japan and Unspoiled Natural Beauty

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Enjoy Hanami,Sakura at Shima Onsen! When is the best time to see cherry blossoms here?

"Hanami" is Japanese traditional custom, which means to admire cherry blossoms (Sakura).It is not an exaggeration to say...