20 Ryokan in Japan

A bath and inn for adults looking to relax in style

A buffet with seafood and seasonal ingredients at a restaurant with a stunning ocean view

Yokotekan is a hotel located near the famous Ikaho Stone Steps. Enjoy the façade full of gentle lights and refresh your body and spirit in  a reddish-brown “golden” hot spring bath.

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 genuine Japanese-style ryokan located on the lakeside of Lake Tazawa

Relax in a traditional Japanese-style guest room and indulge in water from three different hot springs

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

Located in a town famous for its tuna, this hotel specializes in preparing some of the country’s best tuna

A well-established ryokan where people of culture would gather for traditional performance art during the Taisho period

Reproducing the traditional Hatago (inn) with a quaint atmosphere

A boutique inn with plenty of privacy

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.

Natural hot spring water in a variety of baths and various facilities including a restaurant

A modern atmosphere infused with traditional Japanese beauty

Great seafood, great hot springs, and invigorating views

A hot spring hotel where you can enjoy a leisurely stay

An oceanside hot springs resort with beautiful sunset views of Wakanoura

Soak in the luxurious, relaxing moment away from the hustle and bustle

A small Japanese inn with just ten guest rooms

Guest rooms with adjacent open air baths that overlook the Sea of Sagami