We’re longtime fans of the ofuro, or Japanese soaking tub, both for its good looks and promotion of rest and relaxation at ...

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Police investigating the death of Japanese actress Miho Nakayama after she was found unresponsive in the bathtub at her home in Tokyo have revealed a possible cause of death, according to reports. The ...

It could be bad news for brunch fans. Filling the nooks and crannies of a waffle with maple syrup is a delicious way to start your day. But filling your own nooks and crannies with maple syrup by ...

TOKYO (Reuters Life!) - For those who just can't sate their appetite for noodles, a Japanese spa is offering patrons the chance to relax in a tub filled with ramen. Ramen noodles are a staple of the ...

Bath time in Japan is more than just a hygienic practice. For others, it can even be a form of meditation. The word ofuro describes the act of bathing in one’s home and the bathtub itself. Tracing ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Joni Sweet is a journalist who covers travel, wellness, and adventure. A trip to an onsen is a quintessential part of a trip to ...

What could two cultures as distant in time and space as ancient Rome and the modern Japan have in commom? Such a question might sound like a riddle to many but is actually what inspired manga author ...