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Marumine Kanko Hotel Review & Travel Guide: A Private Onsen Stay in Aizu-Wakamatsu
If you’re planning a trip to Fukushima (福島) and looking for a traditional ryokan experience with a modern touch, staying at Marumine Kanko Hotel (丸峰観光ホテル) is one of the most relaxing ways to experience the beauty of Aizu-Wakamatsu (会津若松). Nestled beside the river in Ashinomaki Onsen (芦ノ牧温泉), this historic onsen hotel combines traditional Japanese hospitality, scenic mountain views, private hot spring baths, and a memorable buffet dinner experience all in one stay. During our Fukushima road trip, my wife and I stayed for 1 night in the Japanese-Western room with a private onsen, and it ended up becoming one of the highlights of our entire journey through the Tohoku (東北)…
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Hotel Urashima – The Ultimate Onsen Experience in Wakayama
If there is an onsen (温泉)/hot spring experience not to be missed in Japan, Hotel Urashima (浦島ホテル) would be one such candidate. This resort is located at the sleepy town of Nachi-Katsuura (那智勝浦) in Wakayama Prefecture (和歌山県) which is known for its oranges and the scenic Nachi Taisha (那智大社). Wanna know more about this unique onsen experience? Stick around then as I will cover our stay at Hotel Urashima. Disclaimer: This article contains affiliate links. If you book after clicking on one of these links then I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Background A Little Info About Nachi-Katsuura Nachi-Katsuura (那智勝浦) is a small coastal…





