20 Lodgings in Japan

A hot spring resort where you can play and relax as you please at an affordable price

Hot spring baths with views of Atami Port and the Pacific Ocean

An inn that boasts a lobby with ocean views of Sagami Bay, Japanese kaiseki specially prepared by the head chef, and quality spring waters from Atami Isusan Onsen.

Handmade cuisine prepared by the proprietress. Reservations are required for the highly popular Kodo Bento lunch boxes

A resort that boasts sophisticated facilities and rooms with a marvelous panoramic view

Introducing Ekoin, a popular shukubo (temple lodging) at Mt. Koya (Koyasan) that has gained great popularity among LIVE JAPAN readers. Due to its high demand, it is recommended to make reservations about 4 months in advance. Staying here provides an opportunity to enjoy quiet time and traditional cultural experiences, and is sure to refresh both mind and body.

A youth hostel where you can enjoy walking through the garden.

A secluded ryokan

A 9-minute walk from JR Ueno Station, this Japanese style budget business inn near the station boasts easy access to Asakusa and Akihabara.

A hot spring with an abundant water supply

A laid-back youth hostel where guests can feel at home. Leisurely enjoy a traveler’s spirit feeling the breeze on the cape.

Located at the base of Mt. Iwaki, also known as ”Tsugaru Fuji,” this accommodation provides an excellent view

The largest Roman bath in Atami

Exuding an Edo-period ambiance, this traditional inn offers the best of the Ryujin hot springs

Great seafood, great hot springs, and invigorating views

A building resembling a mountain cabin, featuring open air baths made from raw jade

Spacious condominium-style guestrooms

This veteran inn boasts traditions carried on from the Genroku era

A charming resort hotel with many facilities

A retreat overlooking the islands of Matsushima Bay