@global.and.beyond.travel: If you see a wooden box on the streets of Japan… STOP and take off your shoes We missed them on our first few trips. We honestly didn’t think much of them. This time? We stopped every single time They’re called foot steamers. Not water, steam. Natural hot spring steam rising straight from the ground, set up by the city for anyone to use And after walking 20,000 steps a day? They feel incredible. Once you clock them, you’ll start seeing them everywhere, especially in onsen towns and volcanic regions (I’ve listed the best spots below) ✋ {Follow @global.and.beyond.travel we’ve shared 400+ Japan reels to help plan your trip} ✨ WHAT TO KNOW ✨ • It’s steam, not water • Shoes off, clothes stay on • Sit down, close the lid, relax • 5–10 minutes is enough • Easy, quick stop with friends or family ✨ WHERE TO FIND THEM ✨ 📍 Beppu (Kyushu) easiest place to see multiple in one area Other great spots: ✨ Kyushu • Unzen Onsen (Nagasaki) • Kirishima Onsen (Kagoshima) • Ibusuki (known for sand baths, but steam spots too) ✨ Hokkaido • Noboribetsu Onsen (near the steam zones) • Jozankei Onsen (more limited, but they’re there) ✨ COST ✨ • Often free • Sometimes a small donation or a few yen 👉 Save this for your Japan trip We’ve got another onsen tip coming next #japan #beppu #onsen #kyushu japantips

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