20 Ryokan in Japan

[An Inn Registered as a Tangible Cultural Property of Japan] Experience the history in a traditional Japanese-style inn with 100% natural hot springs On November 1, 2022, the entire facility reopened after restoration work from flood damage! Enjoy seasonal dishes that carry on the taste of a traditional restaurant along with natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source. Relax and feel at peace in an inn that lets you experience the charm of traditional history.[Private baths available]

Offering a garden and garden view, 高野山 宿坊 龍泉院 -Koyasan Shukubo Ryusenin- is set in Koyasan, 45 km from Matsushita Park and 47 km from Kii Fudoki No Oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore. Offering free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 38 km from Kishi Station. Subaru Hall is 48 km away and Jigenin Temple is 49 km from the ryokan. Units are fitted with a shared bathroom with slippers. At the ryokan, the units have air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Saifuku-ji Temple is 49 km from the ryokan. Kansai International Airport is 62 km from the property.

Kyo Machiya Ryokan Yuan provides accommodation within 2.1 km of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.2 km from Nijo Castle. This 2-star ryokan offers private entrance. The units at the ryokan are equipped with a seating area. There is a private bathroom with hot tub in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the ryokan, all units come with bed linen and towels. Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is 1.4 km from the ryokan, while Kyoto Imperial Palace is 2.7 km away. Itami Airport is 47 km from the property.

Suiun in Hakone provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. This ryokan features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. Guests also enjoy access to the sauna and hot spring bath, as well as the public bath and open-air bath. With a private bathroom, units at the ryokan also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms are equipped with a terrace. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Hakone-Yumoto Station is 8.7 km from the ryokan, while Fuji-Q Highland is 48 km from the property.

In the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Heian Shrine, 明和荘Mei Wa Inn features a garden and a washing machine. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan has family rooms. Some accommodation includes a balcony and a seating area with flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and heating. At the ryokan, each unit has a private bathroom. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Shoren-in Temple and Gion Shijo Station. Itami Airport is 47 km from the property.

Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and spa centre, IZU RETREAT by Onko Chishin is set in Higashiizu in the Shizuoka Region, 400 metres from Atagawa Hot Spring. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The rooms have a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. For your comfort, you will find slippers and a hairdryer. There is a 24-hour front desk, room service and shops at the property. You can play table tennis at the ryokan. Property staff are able to recommend dining options near the property, which feature local speciality foods.

The long-established sister inn in Hakodate, 【Kappo Ryokan Wakamatsu】, which earned a Michelin one-star rating in Hokkaido, offers kaiseki cuisine supervised by Head Chef Narita. Enjoy a luxurious holiday to your heart's content with the townscape of Yugawara, the scenic mountain views, and the healing and beauty benefits of the private hot spring source.

A traditional Japanese style inn reputable for its meticulous hospitality. There is a well kept Japanese garden and an open-air bath surrounded by greenery. In the rooms, various Japanese traditional architectural styles can be seen everywhere.

~Hakone Retreat Style~ Kozuka Kyunoha is a quiet hot spring inn with only 8 rooms, so silent you can hear just the sound of footsteps. With the concept of 'Hakone Retreat Inn,' enjoy a uniquely valuable time just for yourself.

Experience the vibrant nature, cuisine, and culture of Fukushima, and enjoy a moment of relaxation.

Set in Rishirifuji, 24 km from Mt. Rishiri, Shimanoyado Kamuirishiri offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The 1-star ryokan is 13 km from Kutsugata Harbor. At the ryokan, every unit has a tatami. All units have a shared bathroom. At the ryokan, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Rishiri Airport is 1 km away.

Boasting a sauna, Suigunnoyado is set in Ajigasawa. This 2-star ryokan offers a spa experience, with its hot spring bath and public bath. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking ryokan has a sauna. The ryokan has a satellite flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the ryokan. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a shared bathroom. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Hirosaki Castle is 34 km from the ryokan, while Tsugaru City Jomon Residence Museum Karuko is 17 km from the property. Aomori Airport is 56 km away.

A tranquil inn located on a hill overlooking Yamashiro Onsen, surrounded by lush greenery and abundant nature. On its vast grounds, you can enjoy seasonal flowers and foliage, and experience the soothing atmosphere of a forest bath with the sounds of birds and insects. The interior of the facility offers a spacious and open atmosphere throughout. Enjoy the natural hot springs that have been flowing for over 1,500 years, directly from the source. The transparent and odorless hot springs are said to have effects that promote beautiful skin. The cuisine features the fresh bounty of the Sea of Japan and the mountain harvests of the Kaga Plain, carefully prepared with seasonal ingredients to fully bring out their natural flavors.

Offering tranquil lake views from the shore of Lake Towada, Hotel Towadaso offers an outdoor hot spring bath, Japanese-style rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi in all rooms. It features karaoke and internet PCs at a charge. Guests can relax with coffee in easy chairs at the lounge, or unwind in the public hot spring bath, which has a rotation schedule for men and women. They can browse the souvenir shop for regional specialities. Drinks vending machines are on-site. Rooms feature a traditional interior with a tatami (woven-straw) floor, a low table with seating cushions and traditional futon bedding to sleep in. Amenities include an LCD TV, a safe and a fridge. Toiletries and yukata robes are provided. Towadaso Hotel is a 20-minute drive south from Oirase Valley. Towada Shrine and Statue of Maidens by Lake Towada are a 15-minute walk away.

Located in Otari, within 300 metres of Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area and 6.1 km of Hakuba Cortina Ski Area, Yamakyuso provides accommodation with ski-to-door access and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 3-star ryokan offers luggage storage space and a shared lounge. Guests can make use of a garden. The units at the ryokan are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and linens for a supplement. At the ryokan, all units include a shared bathroom with slippers. An à la carte breakfast is available at the ryokan. A bar can be found on-site. Skiing and hiking can be enjoyed nearby, while a bicycle rental service, a ski pass sales point and ski storage space are also available on-site. Happo-One Ski Resort is 8.3 km from Yamakyuso, while Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort is 14 km away. Matsumoto Airport is 74 km from the property.

[Opening in November 2023] A designer hotel with natural hot springs and a full-fledged sauna opens in front of Yufuin Station, featuring an attached café & craft bar * Stylish and spacious design rooms, perfect for family or group stays

Only a 5-minute walk from JR Kamimoku Train Station, Tatsumikan boasts in 5 indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths and meals featuring local dishes. Guests can wear Japanese Yukata robes and use free Wi-Fi at the lobby. A free shuttle is available once a day from JR Jomo Kogen Train Station, which is a 15-minute drive away. Guests who wish to use the shuttle must notify the hotel of their arrival time at time of booking. The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. A flat-screen TV, a fridge and an electric kettle are included in each, and a heated kotasu table is provided during the winter. The en suite bathroom comes with slippers and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy playing table tennis or refresh in the sauna rooms. Gifts can be bought at the souvenir shop and luggage storage is provided at the 24-hour front desk. Private reservable hot-spring baths are available as well. Traditional multi-course meals are served for dinner and a Japanese set-menu for breakfast. All meals are served at the dining room. Tatsumikan Ryokan is a 10-minute drive from Suwakyo Valley and 15-minute drive from Norn Minamikami Ski Resort. Mount Tanigawadake is a 30-minute drive away.

Located in Wazuka, in a historic building, 20 km from Nara Station, Osugi-ya 大杉屋 is a recently renovated ryokan with free bikes and garden. The accommodation is air conditioned and comes with a hot tub. The ryokan features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. At the ryokan, each unit includes a desk. All units include a shared bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms will provide you with a terrace and some have mountain views. At the ryokan, the units include bed linen and towels. The breakfast offers à la carte, Asian options and warm dishes and local specialities are being served. There is a snack bar, and a minimarket is also available. Sightseeing tours are available in the area. The ryokan has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Daigo-ji Temple is 29 km from the ryokan, while Iwafune Shrine is 30 km away. Itami Airport is 70 km from the property.

A solitary inn with a breathtaking view overlooking the only coastal national park in Tohoku A blissful moment of relaxation in rooms equipped with open-air baths Savor the natural flavors of fresh Sanriku seafood and other ingredients Enjoy freshly prepared creative cuisine served one dish at a time in a private dining room

A lodge weaving the seasons Located within the Shikotsu-Toya National Park, surrounded by lush primeval forests, the property spans approximately 3,000 tsubo. The garden and large pond inherited from the previous generation, along with the natural environment that embodies the original landscape of Hokkaido and the spirit of Japanese aesthetics, weave a unique seasonal experience found only here. The invisible wind conveys the stories of the changing seasons. There are a total of 23 guest rooms.All of them are 'Japanese suite rooms' equipped with 'forest view baths.' Using materials such as oak and ash that exude natural charm and ruggedness, along with Sapporo soft stone, the design is refined and minimalist. The architectural design of the lodge is handled by Hideyuki Hiramoto, who, after working in Italy, engages in borderless design spanning architecture, interiors, and product design from his base in Tokyo. Within the lodge, as well as outdoors and in the garden, you can experience lighting designs by an internationally acclaimed lighting designer.