How to Use a Japanese Hot Spring

[@musiclife728]

simon: "your stomach thinks all potatoes are mashed potatoes." me: pauses video, gets up from seat, lays down on bed, stares up at the ceiling me: that's so true

[@Eszra]

LOL! I love your comment!

[@hyunyounghan7775]

GoingWildAEA i'm doing the same thing lol

[@Magpiecheek]

Hmmm but mashed potatoes usually have milk in them. And not a lot of potato dishes don’t.

[@Disapointedmellencol]

saame man same

[@chiefinspectorlee3324]

GoingWildAEA unless you eat one whole

[@Satopi3104]

As a Japanese, I have to say thank you. Japan is a welcoming place and we want to be tourist friendly but it's also a country with a lot of unspoken rules since it's been so homogeneous for so long and so many things were "common sense". But because of this lack of explicit rules, non-Japanese come and (innocently, I am sure) wreak havoc in places like onsen that rely so heavily on people being well mannered and respectful. How else can you share the same bath water with strangers? If people don't wash themselves before getting in, or drag their hair through the water, or start scrubbing themselves in the bath, that's just so disgusting. Unfortunately, many Japanese people (especially young people) are losing a lot of their manners and common sense as they mistakenly believe that that's what freedom and modernization are. So don't make the mistake of thinking that just because that Japanese looking girl is dragging her head in the water so it must be fine - a) that girl might be Chinese or Korean or another foreign visitor who is not in fact Japanese and b) just because other people are being rude, why does that make it okay? A couple of other points in addition to this very comprehensive guide: 1) be careful when washing long hair. If you're used to flipping your head or vigorously lathering your hair, you might actually be splashing people in the tub that's usually less than 2 meters away from the wash stations. Be mindful of others, this isn't your enclosed shower at home. 2) As you leave the washing station, turn around and make sure it's in the same state you found it, meaning take the shower head to wash away any soap suds or hair into the drain, reset the stool/bucket so that it's closer to the wall and not getting in people's way. If you brought your own toiletries, repack them and put them somewhere where they won't get in people's way or will make people wonder if the shower stall is occupied. Do NOT leave empty packets of one time use beauty products lying around. I see this A LOT and it's just rude - don't leave your garbage around for others to pick up. They should have little trash cans in the corner for this, and if they don't, then it's your job to go back into the changing room to dispose of your trash. 3) Enter and exit the tub slowly and gently. I have been splashed in the face numerous times by rude people who just stand up super quickly and aggressively walk across the tub to the stairs. You're sharing a tub full of super hot water with other people - try to be mindful of splashing others. And obviously don't swim, no matter how big or deep the tub. 4) When coming back into the changing room, dry yourself off at the entrance, don't drip all over the place as you walk around. Again, if you use disposable toiletries as you get dressed again, throw them out, and don't leave make up stations/sinks covered in your hair. I even pick up my hair that falls on the floor but I admit that's not necessary, but stepping on hair is gross so I do it. Put the towels in the appropriate hamper when you're done, don't just drop it on the floor and expect someone to pick it up for you. 5) Women - if you have your period, please don't use the onsen. It doesn't matter if you wear a tampon - tampons can leak, and as you walk around with that string dangling out, everyone gets grossed out since they know you're on your period. It's inconceivable as a Japanese to use onsen while on your period. Some of the stuff above (especially 4) are standard etiquette for locker rooms anywhere, not just Japanese onsen, but all of the above are in response to actual behavior seen in actual onsen in Japan. Maybe such rude behavior is okay in other countries, or behavior is controlled more institutionally or structurally (i.e. showers separated by walls so you can splash around without inconveniencing others), but Japan relies almost entirely on the good behavior of individuals and does very little to address it institutionally or structually, so the threshold for rudeness is set REALLY low. We get that not everything we do makes sense to others, and we definitely lower our expectations for foreigners, since we know that for many, they aren't being rude on purpose. But the behavior I've seen is SO egregious that I can't imagine it being not rude anywhere. Like, picking up your own trash is a pretty universal etiquette.

[@mrs.quiroz8696]

Satopi3104 I had read that it is also nice if you use a locker that isn’t the most convenient for you. It shows respect to regulars and elders. Or is that just for public bath houses?

[@ChibiPanda8888]

Thanks so much for fleshing out this topic by the things you said in your comment! Most people don't think about others in their daily lives, so it's a good reminder to use your brain and think of how your actions make others feel. :D

[@Satopi3104]

oh you mean like try to use the ones that are too high or too low for elders to use? I mean, that's awfully nice of you, but it's not a rule and no one will think poorly of you if you use one at a comfortable height. you don't know who will come in when and when lockers will open up so I think that would be really hard to actually manage. That said, I do use the higher ones since I know statistically most women in Japan are shorter than me. But if you're average height then you shouldn't have to struggle to use one too high for you.

[@Satopi3104]

Thank you, I appreciate your comment! I agree with you that so much of this is unconscious and if you point things out, people are more than happy to change their behavior.

[@wtf-co1pp]

No one has addressed pubic hair. If its rude to have your hair dragging in the water what does that mean for armpit/genitalia/leg hair? Is that something to think about or no?

[@TheRealSala]

"I don't think I've ever used a semicolon correctly in me entire life" says the former English teacher 😂😂

[@StretchReality]

TheRealSala being an English teacher doesn’t mean your good at grammar lol

[@anyanyausagi]

I can attest to that lol

[@Ma5jay5dontxdoxthat]

*Former English teacher who taught in Asia lol like someone else said they don't need to be 100% good at grammar to teach speaking it haha.

[@redlipstickpsycho1]

Lmfao right that party killed me

[@125loopy]

TheRealSala I came to comment this same thing 😂😂😂

[@Zazaru99]

Simon: "I'm not sure if I've ever used a semicolon correctly in my entire life." You were an English teacher!! If you can't do it then what hope do the rest of us have?!

[@lienlemusicstar]

Zazaru64 For real. Some people may not know, but old fans know how they made soooooo many remarks on Korean English and their nonsyntax like structure. #kmmfan

[@LittleNekosPage]

Everyone needs to chill out. Simon’s an fantastic guy, he gets a pass. :).

[@Kick0a0cat]

Red Silvy that's actual a wrong way to use it :D There's a lonely island song about this usage, where at the end the twist is, that it's wrong :)

[@loc5559]

I went from "hmmm this is interesting" to busting out laughing at Simon's part, hahaha. You both crack me up and make me smile so much :D

[@Lilyium]

Lily O Hi Lily O I am Lily V! Haha 😳😅😂

[@mediaaddict3997]

I'm I the only one that gets sort of bummed out at the end of the video. Sometimes I wish these videos were longer. Edit: It's like when you been hanging out and you know it's time to go home but you wish the fun could keep going even though you know it's late and your tired you think to yourself hmm just another minute. All things aside video is great wouldn't change a thing.

[@alarmclockssuck]

Media Addict its 11 minutes... wtf

[@eatyourkimchi]

Also, NOTIFICATION SQUAD! Do you have any tattoos? I’m going in for a consultation for a new one this week!

[@tiilrococo]

Simon and Martina arms and back and tummy done up and I'm not finished yet. Love me some tats😙

[@TheTwinkieState]

Do we get to see a video if it works out!?!?

[@dianatruong120]

No I'm young so my parents won't let me and I'm too scared

[@cararose720]

yes! two. one on my shoulder one on my neck, which will be hard to cover in Japan :/

[@Anastazjas]

Simon and Martina Yes! I have two. One on my forearm and one on my ribs. Looking forward to seeing what your new tattoo is!

[@hannasplit]

Martina: "...you just got to kind of sit, enjoy the scenery, relax, and unplug." *meanwhile over at the men's onsen* Me: "Ooh, are they gonna show the beautiful scenery fom Simon's point of v-" Simon: "Why have I never seen a baby pigeon?" Yup, that's Simon for ya' 😂

[@danielleite9624]

This was an amazing video, and i loved the fact that they started letting in people with tattoos. It really expresses how traditional views like the onsen culture is blending in with things that weren't so culturally accepted at first.

[@nicolespearl]

Daniel Leite it's a sponsored video aka the onsen is gonna get a bunch of new customers from Martina

[@supertotoro]

But if it would be too many foreigners at this onsen the japanese would stop coming. Hopefully they find a good balance

[@nekopii]

Good call Aizu-Wakamatsu for letting Simon and Martina document their experience. May your business prosper and bear fruit.

[@eatyourkimchi]

Some onsens are starting to let in people with tattoos. We went to one of them, and we’re going to show you what to do when you use a Japanese Hot Spring :D

[@brigomez2895]

So glad they are tattoo friendly. Good thing my hair is naturally curly and automatically goes up if it is well. Win win for me.

[@IndigoXYZ18]

Look into BPC-157, a sythetic gastric peptide that body builders use to repair tendons. Many people with connective tissue dissorders say it's the only thing that has allowed them to live a normal life.

[@senpaimaneki]

Simon and Martina That's great for the near future when Foreigners with tattoos come for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics. :o

[@alicestanis1246]

Hi Simon and Martina is there a differents between a korean jijubong and Japanese one or do they still have the same aspects to them, was the hot springs feel really relieving on the achy pains of your EDS Martina it probably did feel amazing

[@miraleigh2234]

Simon and Martina 6:00 Bwth thoughts with Simon had me laughing until I couldnt breathe

[@KpopBishForever]

I love the differences between Simon and Martina lol Simon: my dream is to live by a river and be peaceful the rest of my life Martina: my dream is to drink milk! all day every day where ever when ever. The fatter the milk the better! MILK!

[@MissWeerdo]

Simon’s deep arty thoughts is basically me at a sauna XD Like, you just sit there, sweating, staring into the hot rocks, of course all the weirdest thoughts will flow freely in there haha. same goes for Onsen I guess!

[@eatyourkimchi]

Another thought I had: why do they say checkmate in chess? It's not checkers. They should call it chessmate.

[@MissWeerdo]

Simon and Martina Omg that’s insane! That just blew my mind out the window!!!!

[@nunosilva6574]

I believe it comes from an old Persian phrase for "the shah is dead" (the King is dead). And since chess came into Europe from the Middle East... And yes, I do have the same type of thoughts when I'm relaxing...

[@MissWeerdo]

Nuno Silva Nice answer!

[@starsaint]

Weird?

[@conjestion]

I went to a public bath in Kyoto. I read a lot of blogs so I wont make a fool of myself. But luckily the aunties inside the bath helped me with what I should do. I am uncomfortable with public nudity. But that was a great experience.

[@jocelynatwood4077]

Okay you're right, that is the cutest headband.

[@retiredump7038]

Jocelyn Atwood i

[@brenna5316]

It’s from a Korean cosmetics store called Etude House :)

[@farrahchyben]

For as difficult as a time as you’ve been having, and you giving us a glimpse into that world that you work so hard to drag yourself out of, its so...beautiful to see you and your husband enjoy something so lovely and relaxing. Love you miss Martina and Simon. 🤗🤗🤗

[@LaLaLauraLucy]

I never knew I needed this, but I NEED THIS. It sounds like the most relaxing experience

[@eatyourkimchi]

+Laura Soto I hope you can experience it one day :)

[@wgp2000]

We went to this Onsen 2 weeks ago. I loved it. Great Experience. Spent one night there. I wish it was two because it was so amazing. The bath is open 24 hours except while cleaning! blew me away. We chose it based on this video, the tattoo acceptance was key

[@humbasauce]

This is magical!!!❤❤❤

[@forgetting4u]

I had to press thumbs up for Simon's internal commentary alone.

[@ericktorres9791]

This was an amazing video guys! I loved the energy and how direct it was. It was informative and entertaining. Keep up the good work guys! I love it :]

[@eatyourkimchi]

I'm glad you liked it. Thank you!

[@audrey.c1]

etude house kitty hairband for the win

[@beebop1402]

That moment when you drop everything you're doing because you see a Simon and Martina notification

[@nuttanp]

BeccaBear same xD

[@diannawood6263]

There is a lot of truth in this statement!

[@MelissaBaker.]

Exactly my case too! Lol

[@da96103]

Was gonna click somewhere else and then saw Simon and Martina 1 new video. American politics news have to wait.

[@Don_Rodrigo44]

That moment you don't because it's really not that important and you can watch it at any time

[@Sephajinami]

Years of watching Japan travel vlogs and I had no idea that it was considered rude to let your hair touch onsen water. Huh, you learn something new everyday. Thanks Simon and Martina!

[@fredstolemysocks2]

Martina I know this isn't related to this video but recently I've been really anxious/depressed and I've been remembering to build my ladder. Lots of love to you ❤️

[@jaxd7206]

We love you dear, don't forget that!

[@lavendermenace8078]

Know that the community has got you bro

[@catherinea.frazier6438]

We love you dude. Keep your chin up. Take a deep breath and relax. Think happy thoughts

[@ladiesdays]

When i lived in Japan 15 years ago I hid my small tattoo with my hand and went in the onsen anyway because I really wanted to try it. I'm glad to hear some places are loosening up on these rules :)

[@marnieshealingsound3829]

Liztopher In Japan,There are many hotels that has rooms with private open air bath🙆⭕️♨

[@TheRealSala]

Is it called sand because it is in between the land and the sea?

[@StretchReality]

TheRealSala whoa..... you just got deep

[@TheKaiTetley]

Woah...mind blown.

[@88BeEazy]

I think you just blew my mind 💣💣💣

[@da96103]

No because pebbles in UK are between land and the sea and are not called sand, they are called pebbles.

[@da96103]

I am sure you have sand in some of UK beaches but pebbles are not called sand and they are still between land and sea.

[@田中さとし-t6n]

Thank you Simon and Martina. Now, many people can watch your video and learn how to enjoy Onsen in a good way. ありがとう。

[@joshuarocha7686]

I kinda believed the bucket thing LOL

[@airplainchild]

#karaoke XD

[@TheKaiTetley]

joshua rocha. I also believed the bucket myth. I am an idiot. The embarrassment is over 9000

[@TheKaiTetley]

airplainchild. Empty Orchestra should have been the clue it is fake.

[@chiaraippoliti]

I depended on anime to help me answer her questions. When she mentioned the bucket thing, I thought, "I don't remember anyone doing that!" Then when said the name of the bucket was "Karaoke", I knew something was fishy. LOL

[@lianc3557]

Even when I saw the, "karaoke," my trust in and love for Martina are so strong that it overrode my initial, "Wait a minute..."

[@jerm885]

Thank you very much for showing places that people with Tattoos can go to! I almost cried the first time I found a rotenburo that allowed tattoos.. magic!

[@TinaICXCNIKA]

I'm so thankful that I read through replies and saw yours because, now I know the name/definition of "rotenburo" (in winter, for me)! 💖

[@HinataOujoSama]

It's 04:00 AM in Norway and I'm doing my last touches on an assignment that's due in 4 hours and I'm SOOOOO TIRED buts y'all just done uploaded a video! I guess I needed a break anyways 😂😂 #NursingSchool #NoSleep

[@cloudy8840]

Helene Nyb good luck in nursing school!

[@theVenezuelanflower]

I’m so happy to hear the some Japanese hot springs are allowing tattooed people! That’s so awesome to hear

[@ifacadei9128]

Such a beautiful video. It brought a tear to my eye. Also, y'all are so perfect for each other. I always notice the chemistry. :) I would love to go to an onsen. Once I'm healthy, I'm totally going to buy me and husband tickets to go to Japan. As I'm sure Martina knows, living with chronic pain, we find beauty in the small things. Being able those tiny moments of not worrying or thinking a thing, no stress, is a godsend.

[@XDsejahXD]

Guys I really don't know why I got so shook when Simon said why he hasn't seen a baby pigeon before. I stared at my screen for like 5 seconds with my french fry half hanging out of my mouth and then I was like 'oh because they are at their nest. Such a weird moment that I went through.

[@eatyourkimchi]

But I’ve never even seen a teenager pigeon. They are just giant big birds walking around. Where are the smaller ones that left the nest? And I’ve never SEEN a big chubby mama pigeon enter a nest. I’ve only seem brown chickadee birds. 🤔

[@MiniManiacGaming]

Martina, I have a question! Does this help with your pain? I'm really just curious.

[@eatyourkimchi]

It doesn't stop the pain at all, but it definitely is really soothing. Martina's left onsens feeling more relaxed than before, and it would help her go to sleep.

[@diannawood6263]

The water was so clear! The onsen I visited is mixed with iron (this is what I was told) and is good for psoriasis and eczema.

[@kyoutenkujo8429]

What a coincidence I was about to ask the same question! , I'm happy to know that Martina is feeling better after the hot spring ❤

[@Chantwizzle]

Sometimes just taking a dip in a pool makes my arthritis relax a bit. No stress on my joints.

[@ChelsieWise]

Same for me, and my EDS, it never stops the pain, but its good at distracting you from it for a time, and when I use Epsom salts at home it makes my muscle spams less. I still try to talk my hubby into getting a hot tub though, for medical purposes of course!

[@isaac139]

I love Japanese milk. It has been the best tasting milk I have ever had in my life. Japan has 16% and 24% milk that I have sampled. Perhaps you guys could do a video on Japanese milk and how different it is to Milk in North America. thanks guys

[@light8174]

The best part of my day is when you guys post another video! Love you guys!!

[@1incubuschik]

Deep thoughts with Simon. Can this please be a thing

[@GeorgeExplores]

uh oh this didn't age well

[@Spikerobber180]

This is funny keep up the good work

[@eatyourkimchi]

Thank you for watching!

[@TvGamerGirl]

I love this so much! i just got back from thanksgiving dinner here in Canada and getting to actually watch a video like 19 minutes after upload... i love it. I love you guys too! I am using Martina's strategies to build a ladder and rewatching your guys videos before bed or just to watch, especially if i have insomnia is amazing. it inspires me to do my best for me! Keep it up you guys

[@nayelischoice]

wow, just wow, this is why I love you guys.

[@ThePumpedupkicks]

"I just realized that I put a lot more effort into getting my cat to like me than I put effort into getting people to like me. Cats are so soft." I think I laughed for like 15 minutes over this. That and the semicolon

[@amandadiaz3390]

This video made me really really happy. This cures my "Oh no tomorrow is Monday" blues. Love you both! ❤️

[@foxxylover12]

Martina!! You inspire me to be more optimistic about life every time I watch a video! Simon you are awesome for being there for Martina and full of joy and energy!

[@xddd1995]

You're fantastic! I will be living in Japan and as a heavily tattooed person I was waay too concerned about this, thank you so much!😊❤️

[@shaheemie]

I hope this isn't silly or sappy, but seeing you two together at such a beautiful place surrounded by nature and being together for so long, and the instrumental music and wonderful editing with your little kiss at some point brought tears to my eyes.

[@bethanygraham2106]

It looks so beautiful and relaxing. I'd love to visit one!

[@cloverblossomed7989]

Martina is such a beauty!! Thanks for keeping foreigners polite on their Japan trips!!

[@GambitJax]

Semi colons are used in place of coordinating conjunctions ( , but / , and ). You could also think if it as putting one between two main clauses in a compound sentence. The hitch is that the two combining sentences need to be related. Ex. I mowed the grass; my husband raked up the clippings. (Both are about the grass being cut in some way.) Sincerely, a 9th grade English Teacher.

[@charlyros]

I don't know how many times I have come back to these onsen and spa videos but they feel so comforting to me for some reason. I so so hope I can visit one one day, but it has to be a real special holiday! I thank you so much for these vids.

[@stacyp9245]

Had the opportunity to go to a Ryokan in Gifu this summer. I was so hesitant to actually go in the onsen, but ended up going with some of the other exchange students. I was able to converse with some natives who were visiting and not one of them stared or even questioned me about my surgical scars or bruises (the fun of spinal fusion and having a bleeding disorder). I'm glad I was able to enjoy the onsen and make conversation in my limited Japanese. I highly recommend trying it regardless of how uncomfortable with your body, it helps greatly build self-confidence and relax you. If they have an outside open-air bath during summer, try to go at night and see some of the fireworks!

[@Bluetangg]

Delightful story. So glad you had that special experience.

[@tayyabaqaiser8602]

Oh my god this place is so beautiful! P.s i love you guys so much. Keep being you ❤

[@ButacuPpucatuB]

I loooooved this tour! Also, I lost it when Martina denied burning the food. Her reaction was super cute!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@angelinblack77]

I would LOVE to see a whole "thoughts from an onsen" video from you guys, Jenna marbles style lol. Definitely going to check this place out! My husband and I are planning our Japan trip, and this has GOT to be on the list!!

[@SakuyaLuigi]

You guys have no idea how much I love and admire your camerawork. This was a great video. Not only did I learn a few things, I got a laugh out of it, and also saw foods I would love to enjoy. Awesome work!

[@TheRealSala]

Dude the food looks Ah-amazing!! I'm so jelly 😆😆😆

[@slendersage8728]

Simon's deep thoughts had me crying. Another great video, guys! Thanks for all that you do!!

[@yikesitssel5591]

When you don’t notifications because KZbin is my second home

[@thestarspark2288]

I'm legit so sick right now with a horrid stomach bug,I've been in bed 3 days now. Seeing this video brightens my day so much. Trying to imagine I'm at a beautiful onsen relaxing in the water.Thank you!

[@Synpsique]

I loved this!!really good video, informative and beautiful scenery! Everything looks amazing

[@maulilu2310]

such nice and quiet place! that's why I like Japan so much, you always can find classic and spiritual place like this

[@Krispykashew]

Awesome video guys.

[@popgas3821]

Simon=The Dreamer Martina=The Realist I just love you two. You complement each other so much.

[@seishina]

6:00: New segment: 'Deep thoughts, by Simon Stawski' :D

[@dorisjohns9861]

i love you two as a couple, and i like simon's way of thinking when he was at the spa, i respect you martina, because of your strength

[@seykai]

Looks like a beautiful place! I was reluctant to go into an onsen because I was uncomfortable with being naked however, I am going to study in Japan next year and I can't wait to go to one of these hot springs now!

[@bigpapawalkingdownthestreet]

The video started and I thought it was an add because of how professional it looked! Great job!

[@atheistium]

When I went on a Japanese exchange they had a mini "trip" that a few exchange students went to together to see the sights and do a few Japanese customs and understand them. We had to do onsen. None of the other white students joined in and so it was me and a bunch of Japanese, Chinese and Malaysian students. I felt so different body wise compared to the rest of the people there but once the initial naked bit was done we all chatted in the bath and it was so relaxing and you kind of do forget you're naked for a few mins. It was super nice and fun. I'll never be 100% comfortable being naked in front of people but once you're in the water, it's all good.

[@MrMadamS69]

Lauren Yes, it can be weird at first, but the main thing is everyone is naked, so no one wants to be stared at or seem like they’re staring. You’re all in the same boat. I’m glad you were brave-you’ll have better experiences!

[@SableRain]

I loved the sequence at 8:20 introducing the Kawadoko restaurant. And Martina's obi; so beautiful!

[@aikaterineillt9876]

Love how Simon momentarily became Jaden Smith

[@SoSheScreams]

This is now one of my favorite videos from you two! I absolutely love it, wonderful work. It's so relaxing to watch

[@tatsukisan]

That mashed potato thought had me shook.

[@2011Chocaholics]

The perfect rectangular prism of rice wrapped in the leaf made me happy

[@vivian.d.lee.]

MARTINA U ARE LITERALLY THE CUTEST PERSON IN THE WORLD

[@eatyourkimchi]

BUT HAVE YOU MET HONEY SENPAI???

[@TowableLlama01]

Simon and Martina Are you talking about honey from ouran high school host club? Hes adorable

[@justrandos3759]

I've been watching you guys for a bit, and like especially during Martina's recent heartwarming video of her health, and like I know that I don't know everything about your lives, but honestly you guys literally seem like the most in love couple I ever seen!! You guys inspire me so much!!! I love you guys!!

[@icebonbon]

Here's a picture of a baby pidgeon I'm holding for educational purposes: instagram.com/p/BHuhQaHDKv-/?taken-by=sparkling_river

[@Kn1ves_0ut]

All of your videos are so cinematic these days! It’s amazing to see how far you guys have come. Every video is like a little adventure for us, like we’re there with you. Love you guys 💕💕💕

[@TheRealSala]

I want to go to an onsen when I go to Japan but I'm too shy to be naked in front of anyone especially strangers. I know that it's not weird in Japan unless you make it weird, but when you first went to one how did you feel?

[@eatyourkimchi]

I mean, it felt weird for me as well, but then I just weighed my options. Enjoy a great onsen or don't enjoy a great onsen. So I went for the option to enjoy a great onsen :D

[@hatshepsutxlll]

i feel like it feels weird for the first ten minutes, then you forget pretty quickly

[@KizunaEno]

TheRealSala It can feel a bit awkward but you'll feel less shy if you just try and look everyone around you at eye level. Don't look down lol

[@MichelleTheGamerGal]

There are some onsens that have a private bath you can reserve that you can use to yourself so you don't have to get naked in front of everyone. :)

[@sheilahiggins6427]

TheRealSala I felt really really scared to go because I was so nervous but I regretted not going the first time I was I. Japan. I’m so glad I got over my nerves because it was a life changing experience. I went again the next time I went to Japan. It gets easier! I made sure I chose a really beautiful rotenburo (outdoor onsen) if I was getting my kit of in public it had to be in a beautiful location!

[@emmallewallyn7436]

I've been watching your videos for like, 8 years now?? Crazy! I just wanna say i've always loved the amount of effort that goes into all of your videos and will probably watch these for however long you keep making them!!

[@BWOOOS]

"I put a lot more effort into making my cat like me than people" mood

[@natalybrice9755]

I'm going to cry this looks like an amazing experience!

[@amyle9229]

"I'm not sure if I've ever correctly used a semicolon in my entire life" - Simon, a former English teacher

[@AllieN]

Wow. That onsen looks amazing! #goals Simon and Martina's editing has gotten so high quality while still staying humorous. I love it.

[@KaizenDRL]

kinda weird asking but if no hair isn't allowed to touch/drag on the onsen what about people with pubic hair?

[@eatyourkimchi]

Haha it's not weird. Pubic hair falls out a lot less than our normal head of hair, and it tends to be shorter. The idea is just to keep the hot spring as clean as possible so if everyone left their hair down I would imagine by the afternoon we'd have our feet tangled with knots of hair. They still come in and clean the onsen every day.

[@sheilahiggins6427]

In my experience Japanese women remove far less pubic hair than western women. Wash well before entering. No problems.

[@susanchristopher9439]

Simon and Martina just to add to that, was curious whether you're supposed to wash down there before you get into the public onsen. I'd want to of course-- but self conscious of scrubbing down there in front of other ppl 😳

[@kimberlyvenesky1156]

I visited an onsen this year rather spontaneously the day before I had to leave Japan but I had no idea letting your hair touch the onsen water was considered rude! None of the websites I had visited about onsen manners mentioned that. The onsen I went to also had a little prep area for after your soak, where you could use hair dryers, wash your face, and use a bunch of skincare products. Japan is awesome :'D

[@juicycouture7150]

Nicee video!

[@redlipstickpsycho1]

Simon's voice was soo soothing lol and then the running water... Perfect for asmr

[@9drac9]

O_o where are all the baby pigeons?

[@DAYBROK3]

9drac9 funny thing is baby pigeons are bigger than mom and dad pigeons

[@Tarahort4511]

I love the sparkles on martina's bow

[@IndigoXYZ18]

Look into BPC-157, a sythetic gastric peptide that body builders use to repair tendons. Many people with connective tissue dissorders say it's the only thing that has allowed them to live a normal life.

[@teresajenkins9056]

loved it ...you guys did an amazing job of showing the high lights of the Onsen...I miss Japan

[@lady335fantage]

When you realize it is karaoke 😂😂😂

[@ariblanco82]

I love you guys for properly pernouncing onsen...

[@wingednavi5650]

Martina I have the same headbandddd

[@xMyLullaby]

That kiss at the end was soooooooooo cuteee

[@tarrynwhicker9504]

Now all the mangas make sense 😮

[@Edwarddreamer]

This has to you’re best video yet! So beautiful and highly informative. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@itscamilleyall]

Just got back to Korea from Japan. I made some onsen mistakes while I was there.... (Met you at the meet up; hello, again! #sweatyforeigner )

[@eatyourkimchi]

+Camille ha! That was a very sweaty day. Thank you for coming to our meet up!

[@da96103]

What mistake did you make?

[@itscamilleyall]

da96103 I definitely didn’t put up my hair. I, in fact, dunked my hair purposefully in the water. I didn’t scrub myself with the scrubby towel or use it for modesty. I went into the changing room with all my clothes on, changed into the yukata, walked out into the bathing area, and awkwardly scrambled back inside when I noticed not one else had them on or hanging anymore. It was an experience

[@majesticallyawkward1977]

Deep thoughts with Simon was the BEST