In Japan bathing is an integral part of enjoying life and you can indulge in the rituals yourself at Dogo Onsen Honkan. These hot, alkaline waters in the heart of a spa resort have attracted eminent figures throughout history. In this utterly astonishing edifice erected right at the end of the 19C, which boasts an interior decorated with mosaics, the bathing process follows an age-old ritual, in which relaxation and refinement are closely linked. A must for visitors who want to get acquainted with this staple of Japanese cultural practice.