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A Retro Escape to Ryounkaku in Matsunoyama Onsen: One of Japan's Top Medicinal Hot Springs

Check the lowest price for this inn Visited in: June 2022 (Clear skies and sunshine) Nestled in the snowy region of Tokamachi, Niigata, Matsunoyama Onsen is one of Japan’s three greatest medicinal hot springs—alongside Arima and Kusatsu. Its naturally salty, steaming hot spring water is rich in metaboric acid, said to aid skin healing and sterilization. With a source temperature of 97.5°C, it’s no exaggeration to say the waters here are seriously powerful! 🔥 Built in 1938: Ryounkaku, a Registered Cultural Property I stayed at Ryounkaku, a beautiful wooden inn built in 1938 and designated a Registered Tangible Cultural Property. ...

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Kochi’s Wild and Wonderful Food Scene: From Cozy Farmhouse Cafes to Tonkatsu Ramen Surprises

When you think of Kochi, “Katsuo no Tataki” probably comes to mind—but that’s just the beginning! On this trip, I found myself relaxing in a traditional farmhouse café one moment, and the next I was doing a double take at a bowl of ramen topped with tonkatsu. Kochi’s food culture is as free-spirited as it is flavorful, filled with warm-hearted locals and unique culinary creativity. Come laugh, eat, drink, and discover the deep—and sometimes quirky—delights of Kochi’s local food scene. A Moment of Peace at Ikegami Tea Garden, a Cozy Farmhouse Café Nestled quietly a little outside of central Kochi ...

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