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
143+facilities
Trip records
29+
Latest trips
NEWJun 5–8, 2026
Hokkaido Hot Spring & Sauna Journey
A journey through Shikotsu-ko, Noboribetsu, Toya-ko, and Jozankei — utterly captivated by world-class saunas and breathtaking nature
4 days8 facilities3 nights
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
2 days4 facilities1 nights
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
2 days5 facilities1 nights
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
3 days2 facilities2 nights
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
3 days5 facilities2 nights
All trip records
29 trips total
Jun 5–8, 2026
Hokkaido
Hokkaido Hot Spring & Sauna Journey
A journey through Shikotsu-ko, Noboribetsu, Toya-ko, and Jozankei — utterly captivated by world-class saunas and breathtaking nature
4 days8 facilities3 nights
May 23–24, 2026
HyogoOsaka
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
2 days4 facilities1 nights
May 9–10, 2026
KyotoOsaka
Kyoto & Osaka Hot Spring Sauna Journey
Rising from Burnout: A Journey of Renewal Through the Finest Facilities of Kyoto and Osaka
2 days5 facilities1 nights
Apr 18–20, 2026
FukuokaSaga
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
3 days2 facilities2 nights
Apr 3–5, 2026
GifuMieAichi
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
3 days5 facilities2 nights
Mar 28–29, 2026
HyogoWakayama
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
2 days4 facilities1 nights
Mar 19–22, 2026
ShizuokaYamanashiNagano
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
4 days9 facilities3 nights
Feb 27–Mar 2, 2026
FukuokaSaga
Fukuoka & Saga Hot Spring Sauna Journey
Immerse yourself in Kyushu's rich onsen culture — an extraordinary trip through vibrant Fukuoka and the soothing retreats of Saga
4 days8 facilities3 nights
Feb 20–23, 2026
TokyoSaitamaKanagawa
Tokyo, Saitama & Kanagawa Sauna Journey
Conquering the finest establishments. A Kanto tour etched in sauna history, beginning at Shinagawa Sauna
4 days7 facilities3 nights
Feb 6–8, 2026
Hiroshima
Hiroshima Sauna Journey
The ultimate experience guided by impulse and instinct — a spontaneous sauna trip to Hiroshima with zero plans
3 days4 facilities2 nights