Dozens of worshippers wearing only loincloths and bathrobes with headbands and facemasks plunged themselves into icy waters as part of a traditional ritual in Tokyo on Sunday, in which they also ...

KIKONAI, Hokkaido -- Four young men jumped into the icy winter waters of northern Japan's Tsugaru Strait on Jan. 15 in an annual Shinto ritual that has continued for over 190 years. The event is part ...

For almost ten years now, I've grounded myself with a weekly habit: swimming 2k at least once a week. Rain or shine, I'll find a pool (or any body of water) and count the laps. A moving meditation, ...

On Sept. 21, 2025, I paddled Tahoe 25 miles on my SUP from Camp Richardson in South Lake to Waterman’s Landing in North Lake. I was inspired by The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter, who writes about ...

The annual Kanchu Misogi ritual saw around 100 worshippers plunge into icy water at a Tokyo shrine on Sunday. Eagles coach Nick Sirianni, A.J. Brown get into heated shouting match on sideline during ...

England men's rugby coach Eddie Jones is known for his innovative approach to training. This autumn, he's had his squad practicing a Japanese water ritual that's designed to build resilience... If you ...

For a memorable cultural experience to kick off the new year, head over to Teppozu Inari Shrine near Hatchobori Station this weekend to witness a dramatic winter water bathing festival. The shrine is ...

An curved arrow pointing right. A group people plunged into an ice bath on Sunday in Tokyo to take part in a Shinto ritual. The ritual, called the "Kanchu Misogi," is designed to purify the body and ...