Hot springs in Japan, known locally as onsen, are a natural fixture in most parts of Japan that often appear in olden myths and legends about onsen discovery. In European lands, they are often thought of as a treatment, whereas hot springs in Japan are viewed as places of natural scenery and serenity that nurse the soul. Whatever the case, it is abundantly clear that they are dear to the hearts of many, whether young or old. Japan's onsen culture dictates that bathing doesn't start or stop at the dip.

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