EY Y03 L04 Hot Springs

  1. There are many types of hot spring. Name one. Which type is your favourite? Why?
  2. There are many rules for taking a shared hot bath in Japan. Explain one.
  3. There are many places in Japan that are famous for their hot springs. Name one. What kind of hot springs do they have there?
  4. Have you ever been there? If yes, how was it? Why? If no, would you like to go? Why?
  5. Does the prefecture where you live have hot springs? If yes, where is the nearest one? Which area or areas in your prefecture are the most famous? Are they good hot springs? Why? If no, what does your prefecture offer domestic tourists?
  6. It is claimed that bathing in hot springs can remedy all sorts of ailments and illnesses. Tell us about one therapeutic quality you have heard hot springs have. Do you believe bathing in hot sulphuric water can heal you? Why?

Question 1

I am not sure of the different types, but I guess there are natural and man made ones. I am not a fan of hot springs as I get bored with sitting there doing nothing.

Question 2

I have never taken a shared hot bath in Japan but I guess there are rules against haressment.

Question 3

Urashima hotel in Wakayama has famous natural hot springs that overlook the ocean.

Question 4

Yes, it was very nice. My wife loved it there. I loved the buffet much more than the hot spring.

Question 5

Honestly, I do not know whether Nara has hot springs or not. I guess there must be some... ? I have never been to a hot spring in Nara.

Question 6

I have heard that it can help with hangovers. I do not believe that bathing in hot water can cure all health problems but I think that they can ease symptoms.

Tough Vocabulary

- English - - Japanese -
doing nothing 何もしない
haressment ハレーション
overlook 俯瞰
ease 楽
symptoms 症状