Considering we're in the depths of winter, it may seem bizarre to discuss the 2017 bathing suit trends for spring break, but as with anything in fashion, one must always look ahead. Of course, you may ...

In Japanese there’s a word, shinrinyoku, which refers to spending time in a forest to relax and be soothed by the serenity and beauty of the natural environment. Shinrinyoku literally translates as ...

Thermal bathing is an interesting concept, anthropologically speaking. Archaeologists have traced the practice back to before 11,000 BC – though experts aren’t entirely certain whether a dip in a ...

Spring is in the air, and that means it’s time for a break — by which we mean a vacation getaway. So put away those knits, pack up the sweaters, and instead grab these four staples that will help you ...

BEPPU, Oita Prefecture--People who bathe in a hot spring daily are less prone to developing depression, researchers found. A team from Kyushu University Beppu Hospital in Oita Prefecture speculated ...

From nature walks to coastal exploration, there are countless ways for British Columbians to explore our home province. Embrace spring in BC with these must-do experiences. Plan a spring road trip and ...

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Researchers at Kyushu University have demonstrated that yogurt intake increases the diversity of gut microbiota and alters its composition. Furthermore, bathing in chloride hot springs after yogurt ...

Many people are under stress due to the effects of the novel coronavirus infectious disease (COVID-19). According to the interim results of a nationwide mental health survey conducted by the ...

Since 1931, researchers have been investigating the therapeutic effects of Japanese hot springs, also known as 'onsen.' In 2011, the hospital conducted a massive survey of Beppu residents over 65 on ...