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Japan Travelogue Series: Oedo Onsen

The Japanese onsen culture can be traced to one of Japan’s oldest books, the Nihon Shoki. The Nihon Shoki (日本書紀), “The Chronicles of Japan,” completed in 720 CE under the supervision of Prince Toneri, assisted by Ō no Yasumaro. It documents onsen including Arima, Shirahama and Dogo Onsen. While the Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan is the world’s oldest inn or ryokan and was officially recognized by the Guiness World Records as the oldest hotel in the world in 2011. Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan is a hot spring hotel located at the foot of the South Japanese Alps in Hayakawa, Yamanashi Prefecture.  The Keiunkan Inn dates back to 705 CE (the 2nd year of the Keiun era, hence its name), over 1,300 years ago when it was founded by Fujiwara Mahito.

Oedo Onsen Monogatari, Odaiba’s hot spring theme park had been running for 18 years then closed on September 2021. It stood out from other super sentos in Tokyo with its Edo (old Tokyo) theme. The 13 style onsen-style baths including one with natural spring water sourced from 1,400 meters underground will surely be missed. A whole day could be spent relaxing in the warm waters, walking around in yukatas, checking out the souvenir area, and enjoying delicious food!

Michelle and Niclas had the opportunity to enjoy Oedo Onsen’s facilities before it finally closed its doors. Take a look!

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