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I’d popped over to Japan for a week in February with my nine-year-old son Miles to meet surf shop owners and see some sights. We had a great trip, and ...

Japan is known for its hot springs; Nagato Yumoto is a lesser-known town to visit for relaxation in the steamy waters.

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