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Feel Like a Princess at the Yumiko Igarashi Museum in Kurashiki
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Feel Like a Princess at the Yumiko Igarashi Museum in Kurashiki Planning a trip to Kurashiki’s charming historical district? If you’re into Japanese manga, nostalgic aesthetics, or just love unique travel experiences, the Yumiko Igarashi Museum is a hidden gem you don’t want to miss. Famous for her manga Candy Candy, Yumiko Igarashi’s world comes alive in this whimsical art museum where visitors can literally step into a storybook—complete with princess dresses, photo spots, and pink-colored curry! What is the Yumiko Igarashi Museum? This museum is dedicated to the beloved works of manga artist Yumiko Igarashi. Located in the heart ...
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Discovering the Art House Project in Naoshima: Where Everyday Life Meets Contemporary Art
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Tucked away in the quiet village of Honmura on Naoshima Island, the Art House Project is a unique, immersive art experience that turns abandoned traditional homes into living pieces of contemporary art. It’s where the island’s historic architecture, local culture, and cutting-edge creativity beautifully collide. If you’re planning a trip to Japan’s Seto Inland Sea, this is a must-visit for any art lover or curious traveler. 🏡 What Is the Art House Project? Launched in 1998 by Benesse Art Site Naoshima, the Art House Project began with the renovation of one old house, Kadoya. Since then, six more sites have ...
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Naoshima’s I♥︎Yu: The World’s Most Artistic Public Bath You Can Actually Soak In
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🌈 What is I♥︎湯? I♥︎湯 (I Love Yu) is a fully functional public bathhouse (sento) combined with an immersive art installation. It was designed by renowned Japanese artist Shinro Ohtake and opened in 2009 as part of the Benesse Art Site on Naoshima Island. It’s located just a 1–2 minute walk from Miyanoura Port, the main gateway for ferries from Takamatsu and Uno. 🎨 An Artistic Bathing Experience The building’s exterior is a wild, eclectic mix of mosaic tiles, neon signs, tropical plants, and even parts of a ship—giving it a colorful, scrapbook-like appearance. Inside, every surface becomes a canvas: ...
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Escape to one of Japan’s Top 3 Hidden Valleys – Iya Valley
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Escape to one of Japan’s Top 3 Hidden Valleys – Iya Valley (祖谷渓) Deep in the mountains of Tokushima lies a hot spring retreat like no other. Iya Onsen Hotel is a secluded ryokan perched on a cliffside, offering breathtaking views and a private cable car ride down to a riverside open-air bath. 🛶 Nestled in the heart of nature, Iya Valley is famous for its vine bridges, steep gorges, and untouched serenity – a perfect off-the-beaten-path getaway. ♨️ The onsen water here is silky-smooth alkaline sulfur spring water, known as “beauty bath” for its skin-softening effect. Relax in the ...
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Summary of Onsen that can be reached on foot from Beppu Station
There are many hot springs near Beppu Station. You don't need a car! We have compiled a list of hot springs near Beppu Station that you can visit on foot without taking a bus or train. The entry fee is inexpensive and the quality of the springs varies, so why don't you enjoy a variety of hot springs? Let's go to Beppu Onsen Tour on foot. You can make an efficient tour if you go around in the order we introduced! Ekimae Koto Onsen Located on Beppu Ekimae Dori, Ekimae Koto Onsen is a hot spring facility with an exterior ...
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Japan Mixed Bath Onsen Blog ♨ I'm trying to travel alone!
A janitor who loves hot springs is trying his hand at a mixed bath! My first mixed bath was with Aomori Sangayu. My first mixed bathing debut in a non-swimsuit area was at Ashigayu Onsen in Aomori Prefecture. Ashigayu Onsen allows women to wear yumi-no-maki (swimsuits), so it's a relatively easy mixed bath for women, but I took on the challenge of no towel, no yumi-no-maki (swimsuit) (laughs). This is because Sangayu Onsen has a blindfold from the women's changing room until you enter the mixed bath, so you can enter the onsen relatively naked. Once you're in the water, ...
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14 Hot Springs in the Kansai Region of Japan for Day Trips and Mixed Baths for Couples!
Kansai is home to many mixed-bathing hot springs where you can enjoy a day trip or an overnight stay! In this article, we've selected 14 mixed-use hot springs in the Kansai region, and will introduce the features and bathing methods of each facility in detail. There are mixed baths where you can wear a swimsuit, mixed baths where you can't wrap a towel, etc. The number of mixed baths in Japan is decreasing every year, so why not visit one with your family or significant other before they disappear? Mixed baths in Osaka The Great Hot Springs of the Spa ...