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Drawing of beppu sand bathers buried in volcanic sand

Sunamushi Onsen – Volcanic Sand Bathing in Southern Japan

April 13, 2021

For many people, being buried up to the neck in hot, black volcanic sand doesn’t seem like a pleasant way to relax. But in parts of southern Japan, sunamushi (sand bathing) on a volcanic beach is a popular form of bathing that helps rest the mind and refresh the body. For those who have not … More Sunamushi Onsen – Volcanic Sand Bathing in Southern Japan

Drawing of two women bathing in a mud hot spring in Beppu Japan

The 8 Craziest Onsens In Japan

January 4, 2021

In Japan, bathing in an onsen is a popular activity, taking advantage of the heat and minerals of natural hot spring water to rejuvenate the body and the mind. Onsens come in all shapes and sizes. They can be outdoor onsens fed by water rising from the ground, exposed to the air and the elements. … More The 8 Craziest Onsens In Japan

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Sunamushi Onsen – Volcanic Sand Bathing in Southern Japan

The 8 Craziest Onsens In Japan