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Japan · SPA & HOT SPRINGS
The 6 spa & hot-spring experiences below made the cut from everything we’ve reviewed across Japan. Prices, durations and one standout detail for each, so you can choose over dinner and book before dessert.
Private Nagano day trip with Jigokudani snow monkeys, Zenko-ji, Obuse sake and Hokusai, then Shibu Onsen soak.
“We had a wonderful day with Hori! He was very knowledgeable about Nagano and we saw some beautiful landmarks. Our favorite was the snow monkey park!”
From Nozawa Onsen in winter: Jigokudani snow monkeys, GOEN lunch, Zenko-ji temple, guided sake tasting. Up-close, small-group day.
“We had a great day out with Yama! We loved that there were only two large groups. The monkeys were great fun to watch and the walk through snow laden pines to see them was lovely! Lunch was a welcome surprise and we really enjoRead more”
Nozawa Onsen winter day trip to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, a warm lunch, Zenko-ji, plus sake tasting and a food stop.
“It was a great experience, made only possible by an awesome guide Endo!”
Small-group Mt. Fuji panoramic tour from Tokyo with hoto lunch, sake tasting, iconic shrines, and tattoo-friendly onsen.
“We took this tour with 5 friends and enjoyed it very much. The best part is that we were able to take many nice pictures of Mr.Fuji from famous photo spots. You can enjoy different panoramic views of Mr.Fuji. Also, I enjoyed the open-air hot sRead more”
Half-day Tokyo onsen reset near Ryogoku, plus Asakusa Hoppy Street food and beer with a local guide for $160.
“This tour was absolutely amazing, offering the perfect combination of a local hot spring and a cozy izakaya experience. Starting with a complete relaxation in the hot spring that melted away all the travel fatigue, the beer afterward was simply unbeatable. Takeshi was also an outstanding guide, making this an unforgettable experience I couldn’t recommend more!”
Tokyo small-group onsen spa visit plus Asakusa bar hopping with food and ordering help from an English guide.
“Simple yet comprehensive explanations of the different steps that are needed in order to conform to the traditions of the japanese onsen.”