Gary says tattoos kept him out of hot springs during Japan family trip

Gary, a former member of hip-hop duo Leessang, has opened up about his disappointment at being turned away from a hot spring in Japan because of his tattoos.

On Friday, Gary posted a video titled "A Romance-Filled Family Trip in Kyushu" to his YouTube channel, Kang Gary.

In the video, Gary travels to Kyushu, Japan, with his wife and son Hao for a family getaway.

Upon arriving at the hotel, Gary could not hide his excitement, expressing admiration for the sweeping ocean view and the well-kept facilities.

After a leisurely meal, the family headed to the hotel's outdoor hot spring pool.

Gary, however, was barred from using the hot spring because of his tattoos and had to settle for enjoying the pool area in a rash guard alongside his family.

In a subtitle on the video, Gary said candidly, "It's a shame I couldn't use the other hot springs because of my tattoos."

Still, Gary expressed contentment, noting that he was "swimming in hot spring water" and making the most of splashing around in the warm thermal pool.