1. Tohoku in Winter

Japan is home to around 3,000 natural hot springs, or onsen, and the more remote they are, the more fascinating the experience becomes. Even a short journey to one of Japan’s secluded onsens can transport you into an entirely different world.
In this special episode, we explore the onsens of the Tohoku region in northeastern Japan. Hidden away in Aomori, Akita, and Fukushima, these hot springs offer a wide range of healing waters, locally crafted cuisine, breathtaking winter scenery, and warm encounters with the people who call these areas home.