20 Ryokan in Japan

A lodge located in Myojin, the central area of Kamikochi.From the entrance of Kamikochi, 3 km from the Kamikochi bus terminal through the Konashidaira campsite, it takes about 45 minutes of walking on flat forest terrain to get here, accessible only by backpack. Even if you don't bring anything, there are shower toilets, amenities, and Wi-Fi available.From the lounge on the second floor and the observation bath SPA on the second floor, you can enjoy mountain scenery. A quiet lodge that originated as a samurai residence over 400 years ago due to its safe and flat natural environment. The location of Myojinkan is called Myojin.Untouched natural landscapes remain, and you can gaze up at the sharp mountain peaks towering at an angle of 40 degrees.There is no urban atmosphere here. Within about a 3-minute walk, you can find the Azusa River, Myojin Bridge, and Myojin Pond.In Myojin, there are numerous scenic spots such as the left bank path of the Azusa River before reaching Myojin, Myojin itself, and the mountain views from the Azusa Riverbed at the entrance to Tokugo Pass. The area around Myojin is the largest treasure trove of alpine plants in Kamikochi, including clusters of anemones, and about 100 species of wild birds are observed annually.Around October 20th, you can see the natural larch trees turning red in clusters. Myojin Square has public restrooms.Myojin Hall has a café.During lunchtime, there are times when day-trippers are abundant. Due to the surrounding forested area, ponds, and the Azusa River, the annual maximum temperature remains below 28°C. Since early mornings are consistently more likely to be clear, extended stays are recommended.

A ryokan nestled in the serene village of Kurobe's Shimizu, Kiji Onsen Tanakaya. It is said that when Uesugi Kenshin became unable to walk due to beriberi, he cured his illness with the miraculous spring water that wells up in Kiji, as guided by the deity of Niihari Shrine. Our inn, sourced from that miraculous spring, has been operating as a small ryokan for therapeutic baths in Kiji, along the coast of Kurobe, since 1911. The approximately 5,000-tsubo garden, carefully nurtured by successive generations, surrounds the ryokan, allowing guests to fully enjoy the seasonal delicacies unique to Toyama and Kurobe cultivated by the beautiful water, and to soak in the hot springs while reflecting on its 110-year history. Though it is a modest, quiet, and small ryokan, we await your visit with heartfelt hospitality.