Journeys in Japan S1 E31 - Hachimantai, Akita: Akita's Hidden Hot Springs: Traditional Onsen Therapy

Journeys in Japan

Journeys in Japan S1 E31 - Hachimantai, Akita: Akita's Hidden Hot Springs: Traditional Onsen Therapy
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Because of Japan's volcanic terrain, natural hot springs are found throughout country. Known as onsen, they are one of the highlights of any visit to Japan. There are more than 3,000 onsen in Japan. And many of them are rather different to typical hot spring spa resorts. There are lots of different ways to enjoying these onsen. Some have become popular among visiting tourists. Others are peaceful places out in the wild where you can sit and soak in seclusion. On this edition of "journeys in japan," Judit is visiting Hachimantai, in the northern part of Honshu, Japan's main island. (Excerpt)

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