Dogo Onsen is arguably the oldest and most famous onsen in Japan. It has been mentioned or referenced in a wide range of works, from the 8th century Man'yoshu to Soseki's comedic masterpiece Botchan to serving as the inspiration for Miyazaki Hayao's onsen in Spirited Away. As a result, it's touristy, crowded, and probably a bit overpriced. Yet I found... more
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This may be my favorite Onsen in Japan simply because it is the first public bath I have been to, but the historic nature, it being the oldest in Japan, definitely added to the thrill of the experience. My wife and son (who was living in Japan teaching English) and I, arrived via hoover craft from Hirohima and meandered our... more
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