Traveling Onsen & Sauna
EDITOR'S SAUNA STORIES
Travel records from the editor's real onsen and sauna journeys across Japan. Discover inns, saunas, sights, food, and practical tips for your next trip.
Areas visited
28prefectures
Spots visited
158+facilities
Trip records
32+
Traveling Onsen & Sauna
EDITOR'S SAUNA STORIES
Travel records from the editor's real onsen and sauna journeys across Japan. Discover inns, saunas, sights, food, and practical tips for your next trip.
Areas visited
28prefectures
Spots visited
158+facilities
Trip records
32+
Latest trips
NEWJul 31–Aug 3, 2026
Hokkaido Sauna Journey (Shiretoko, Nakashibetsu, Lake Akan)
The Ultimate Trip Worthy of a Life Reboot
Jul 19–20, 2026
Shikoku Sauna Journey ~Ehime & Kagawa~
A Journey to Experience the Essence of Shikoku Saunas
Jul 11–13, 2026
Kanto Sauna Tour ~Chiba, Kanagawa & Tokyo~
A soul reboot beginning in Maihama — surrendering to uncharted saunas
Jun 5–8, 2026
Hokkaido Hot Spring & Sauna Journey ~Shikotsu Lake, Noboribetsu, Toya Lake & Jozankei~
A journey through Shikotsu Lake, Noboribetsu, Toya Lake, and Jozankei — completely captivated by extraordinary saunas and breathtaking nature
May 23–24, 2026
Hyogo & Osaka Hot Spring Sauna Journey
The true purpose of the trip: extraordinary baths. A record of rejuvenation visiting the finest hot springs in Hyogo and Osaka
All trip records
32 trips total
Jul 31–Aug 3, 2026
Hokkaido Sauna Journey (Shiretoko, Nakashibetsu, Lake Akan)
The Ultimate Trip Worthy of a Life Reboot
Jul 19–20, 2026
Shikoku Sauna Journey ~Ehime & Kagawa~
A Journey to Experience the Essence of Shikoku Saunas
Jul 11–13, 2026
Kanto Sauna Tour ~Chiba, Kanagawa & Tokyo~
A soul reboot beginning in Maihama — surrendering to uncharted saunas
Jun 5–8, 2026
Hokkaido Hot Spring & Sauna Journey ~Shikotsu Lake, Noboribetsu, Toya Lake & Jozankei~
A journey through Shikotsu Lake, Noboribetsu, Toya Lake, and Jozankei — completely captivated by extraordinary saunas and breathtaking nature
May 23–24, 2026
Hyogo & Osaka Hot Spring Sauna Journey
The true purpose of the trip: extraordinary baths. A record of rejuvenation visiting the finest hot springs in Hyogo and Osaka
May 9–10, 2026
Kyoto & Osaka Hot Spring Sauna Journey
Rising from Burnout: A Journey of Renewal Through the Finest Facilities of Kyoto and Osaka
Apr 18–20, 2026
Fukuoka & Saga Hot Spring Sauna Journey v2
A trip of gratitude for my parents — visiting the legendary Rakanno-yu and the finest saunas in Hakata
Apr 3–5, 2026
Gifu, Aichi & Mie Onsen Sauna Journey
Discovering hidden gems: a tour of the thriving sauna scene across Gifu, Aichi, and Mie in the Tokai region
Mar 28–29, 2026
Hyogo & Wakayama Hot Spring Sauna Journey
Lured by Clear Skies and a Sea View: An Impulsive Weekend Trip to the Stunning Open-Air Bath Overlooking Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
Mar 19–22, 2026
Shizuoka, Yamanashi & Nagano Hot Spring Sauna Journey
In pursuit of breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji and the ultimate cold plunge bath — a supreme pilgrimage beginning at Sauna Shikiji