The Tofugu Podcast: Japan and Japanese Language
The Tofugu Team's Top Onsen Experiences
Apr 28, 2017
Hosts discuss their top onsen experiences, including initial impressions, getting naked in front of others, and debunking myths. They also talk about onsen with monkeys, dangers of natural hot springs, visiting private baths, cooking in onsen, resort town facilities, and onsen experiences with a partner.
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- Onsen provides a cultural acceptance and opportunity to connect with nature, offering a relaxing and healing experience.
- Different types of onsen, such as those with sulfuric water or unique features like cooking options, make each onsen experience interesting and enjoyable.
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Onsen: Convince you to love getting naked in front of other people
This podcast episode discusses the topic of onsen, a traditional Japanese hot spring bathing experience. The hosts aim to convince listeners to try onsen and overcome any concerns or discomfort about being naked in front of others. They share their personal experiences and preferences, including the difference between public onsen and private onsen. The hosts encourage people to take the opportunity to enjoy the relaxing and healing benefits of onsen, emphasizing the cultural acceptance and the possibility of connecting with nature in outdoor onsen. They also address common concerns such as body image and the unspoken rules and etiquettes observed in onsen.
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