Discover how Japan's centuries-old hot spring industry is transforming with $15 million luxury plans, AI technology, and rising Chinese investment—reshaping tradition for a new era.

◆Introduction: Japan's Hot Springs Face Their Biggest Transformation in Centuries

From AI cameras tracking tourists in Dogo Onsen to boutique hotels without baths in Nagano, and ultra-luxury $15M stays in Kagoshima, Japan's onsen industry is evolving dramatically. Join Sakura and Professor Haru as they explore how tradition meets innovation—covering sustainable tourism, foreign investment controversies, and the shift from quantity to quality in this essential Japanese cultural experience.

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