It’s quite the show for tourists. Japanese snow monkeys (macaques) in Jigokudani Monkey Park begin most days with a relaxing dip in their own hot springs. Find out your best chances to see them.

Though spring evokes mild, warm weather across most of Japan, Hokkaido remains a stunning winter wonderland. During this season, the region extends ski opportunities into early spring, allowing ...

Japan is home to 27,000 hot springs sources, but overtourism has reduced some of the country’s onsen water supply to a record low. Japan is home to 27,000 hot springs sources, ...

Japan is home to 27,000 hot springs sources, but overtourism has reduced some of the country’s onsen water supply to a record low. CNN values your feedback 1.

Cherry blossoms, Major League Baseball, the World Expo, and a range of festivals and exhibitions fill up Japan’s event calendar in spring 2025.

Ginzan Onsen, a popular Japanese hot spring town known for its scenic snowy views, has begun limiting entry to day trippers during winter peak season.

A Japanese hot spring town popular for its photogenic snowy scenes began limiting entry to day-trippers on Monday in a trial to tackle overtourism during winter. Ginzan Onsen, a remote town in ...

Japan’s sprawling onsen (hot spring) industry is the main obstacle to geothermal development. Though many geologists reckon there is little chance of geothermal plants negatively affecting ...