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August 29, 2025
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Top 10 Onsen Ryokans 2025: Osaka-Kyoto-Kansai Edition
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Onsen Map: All hot spring areas in Osaka Kyoto Kansai Region
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Introduction to Autumn Colours 2024 in Osaka Kyoto Kansai Region’s Onsen Resorts – with information about the best time to view fall foliage in different regions
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A hidden gem! My visit to the authentic onsen ryokan “Takarazuka-Onsen Hotel Wakamizu” just 25 minutes from Osaka
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Osaka, Kyoto, Kansai Region – Famous sakura onsen spots with latest full-bloom forecast, 2025
Temples and traditional buildings decorated by prink sakura are exceptionally…
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How to Get to Arima Onsen from Osaka (Kansai International Airport), Kobe, and Kyoto (Transportation Guide)
Check out this access guide to find the easiest and best route to Arima hot springs! From Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto, direct buses…
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How to Get to Nanki Shirahama Onsen from Kansai International Airport, and Osaka (Transportation Guide)
Check out this access guide to find the easiest and best route to Nanki Shirahama hot springs! From Kansai International Airport…
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How to Get to Ryujin Onsen from Kansai International Airport, Osaka, and Mount Koya (Koyasan) (Transportation Guide)
Check out this access guide to find the easiest and best route to Ryujin hot springs! From Kansai International Airport, and Osaka…
August 29, 2025
How to Get to Kii Katsuura Onsen from Kansai International Airport, Osaka, and Nagoya (Transportation Guide)
Check out this access guide to find the easiest and best route to Kii Katsuura hot springs! From Kansai Airport, Osaka, and Nagoya…
April 3, 2024
Part 2: A hidden gem! My visit to the authentic onsen ryokan (hot spring hotel) “Takarazuka-Onsen Hotel Wakamizu” just 25 minutes from Osaka
Sightseeing in the Surrounding Area Hotel Wakamizu is nestled in the enchanting town of Takarazuka, home to a …..
August 28, 2023
Biwako Hanakaido: A Popular Ryokan in the Kansai (Kyoto) Area – Visit Diary Part 1
From check-in to entering the washitsu with open-air bath (first day) – Arriving at Ogotoonsen Station, 20 minutes from Kyoto…
