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Yunomine Onsen Village Guide: Japan’s Hidden UNESCO Hot Spring

Tucked in the rugged mountains of Wakayama lies an ancient hot spring (onsen) village with historic ties to the sacred Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage. How old, exactly? Affiliate Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you book through these links, I…

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Yunomine Onsen Village Guide: Japan’s Hidden UNESCO Hot Spring
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Soaking in Tsuboyu Onsen in Yunomine: Japan’s Ancient, UNESCO-Listed Hot Spring
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