20 Ryokan in Japan

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Nakaya Ryokan is located in Minakami, 41 km from Naeba Ski Resort and 35 km from Kawaba Ski Resort. The air-conditioned accommodation is 38 km from Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The ryokan features family rooms. Units are complete with a shared bathroom, while certain units at the ryokan also provide guests with a seating area. An Asian breakfast is available daily at the ryokan. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Tanigawadake is 42 km from Nakaya Ryokan, while Maiko Snow Resort is 45 km away. The nearest airport is Niigata Airport, 176 km from the accommodation.

■About the rooms The "Ume no Ma" room where you will be staying was built in 1965. The walls are a vibrant yet calm color typical of Kanazawa, and have been used for the exterior and interior walls of buildings since ancient times. The room consists of an 8-tatami main room, a 6-tatami next room, a tatami corridor, and a 4.5-tatami waiting room. The bedding for your sleep is an Airweave mattress with a down comforter. The bathroom has a cypress-scented bathtub where you can relax and enjoy a bath. The guest room amenities include cosmetics containing gold leaf, which is unique to Kanazawa. Dinner and breakfast are served in a separate detached building called "Ochin". For dinner, you will enjoy Kaga kaiseki cuisine. We will arrange various dishes according to the season based on the basic composition of appetizers, appetizers, sashimi, takiawase, grilled dishes, main dishes, vinegared dishes, rice, and fruit. We can also include jibuni and steamed lotus, which are representative of Kaga cuisine, upon request. We also offer a variety of local sake from famous sake breweries in the prefecture. Breakfast is based on rice cooked in a clay pot, miso soup, kuchitori, grilled dishes, simmered dishes, and other dishes, with seasonal dishes such as boiled tofu also available.

Situated just 41 km from Mount Takao, taishoukaku features accommodation in Hanno with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a lift. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The property is allergy-free and is located 38 km from Tamarokuto Science Center. The ryokan is equipped with a flat-screen TV. The unit at the property features a bath and a dressing room. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. There is a coffee shop and bar. For guests with children, taishoukaku provides an indoor play area and an outdoor play equipment. Mukodai Park is 41 km from the accommodation, while Sanrio Puroland is 43 km away. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 86 km from the property.

A long-established inn founded in 1855 loved by a writer Shugoro Yamamoto. All-cypress and lacquered bathtub filled with strong alkaline mineral spring water is appreciated as modern hot-spring cure to sooth the soul of people today.

Designed by Shinji Kagawa, the stylish AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso is a 10-minute drive from Shuzenji Train Station. Boasting open-air hot-spring baths and in-room meals, it offers Japanese rooms with traditional futon beds. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Tatami (woven-straw) floors and shoji paper screens create a peaceful atmosphere in the rooms at AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso Ryokan. All rooms are air conditioned and include an attached bathroom with bathtub and Western toilet. Niji-no-Sato Theme Park is 3.5 km from the hotel. Shuzen-ji Temple is about a 5 minute walk away. Free on-site parking is available. When not soaking in the baths or delighting in multi-course (kaiseki) meals of seasonal specialities and fresh seafood, guests can enjoy a massage or check out the gift shop.

Situated in Koriyama, a 5-minute drive from JR Bandai-Atami Station, Moritaya boasts a sun terrace and hot spring bath. Free private parking is available on site. Every room includes a TV and Blu-ray player. For your comfort, you will find slippers and a hairdryer. Moritaya features free WiFi . There is a shared lounge at the property. JR Koriyama Station is a 30-minute car ride from Moriyata.

A hotel located in a quiet cottage area. Bathrooms have large windows to see Owakudani Valley and Mt. Daigatake. Many repeat guests, most of them are aged female groups, come here to stay to climb Mt. Kintoki. Home cooking is served for meals.

There are 2 tatami mat rooms and 1 tatami twin bed room. Only one group per day can be used, so please relax in a spacious 50 square meter space.

This is the imperial palace where En Gyoja, the founder of the mountain religion Shugendo, was born. Once upon a time, people journeyed to the mountains where the gods resided, healing themselves with clean hot springs and water. Gosho-machi retains the townscape of the early Edo period and the nostalgic atmosphere of the Showa era. For meals, we offer Western cuisine that will be loved by everyone, using ingredients unique to the imperial palace, such as kudzu and duck, along with local sake grown from the rich water of the imperial palace. We provide all guests with free access to the Gosho Takarayu bathhouse (all-you-can-use public bath and sauna) during their stay (excluding holidays). Enjoy a relaxing stay at the public bath even on your check-out day.

Renovated in November 2013, Ryokan Izuyasu was built in 1839 and features traditional Kyoto charm. Just a 2-minute walk from Higashi Hongan-ji Temple, this non-smoking property offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and guestrooms with tatami (woven-straw) flooring. Guests can enjoy traditional multi-course meals and an iPad is available in each room. The shoji paper screens, futon beds and zen atmosphere of Izuyasu’s rooms will transport guests to the Kyoto of the past. Each room offers both air-conditioning and heating facilities. Guests can enjoy massage services upon request. A peaceful courtyard is also featured. Japanese breakfast and dinner are available with a reservation. All meals are served in guest rooms. Izuyasu Ryokan is a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Tower and JR Kyoto Train Station.

The main attraction of hotel is its Japanese traditional house with wooden pillars and beams made of plenty of Jindai-Keyaki (sacred zelkova tree) which was buried in ancient times and discovered recently. Enjoy open-air bath in your room with hot spring water supplied directly from the source as well as Kyoto Kaiseki Ryori (a traditional Kyoto-style course meal) cooked with seasonal ingredients.

All five guest rooms are equipped with private open-air baths and hearths. We are proud of the good old atmosphere of an old private house and the sense of privacy above all else. The dishes are seasonal Kirishima vegetables and seafood, We offer Kagoshima black pork and other dishes in a creative kaiseki meal. As a reward for yourself or a special anniversary trip, Please visit us. An extraordinary moment away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life will soothe your mind and body.

Situated in Shimoda, 300 metres from Shirahama Chuo Beach and 500 metres from Shirahama Ohama Beach, Guest House Churaumi offers a garden and air conditioning. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.8 km from Sotoura Beach. The ryokan features a flat-screen TV. A bar can be found on-site. Koibito Misaki Cape is 47 km from the ryokan, while Monument to Perry's Landing is 6.7 km from the property.

Featuring mountain views, KusatsuOnsen AeruyadoTakamatsu features accommodation with balcony, around 44 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park. Providing a restaurant, the property also has ski-to-door access, as well as a sauna and a hot spring bath. Free private parking is available and the ryokan also provides a shuttle service for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bath. At the ryokan, all units are allergy-free. The units are equipped with heating facilities. There is a coffee shop, and a minimarket is also available. Skiing and hiking are possible within the area, and the ryokan offers a ski pass sales point. Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 13 km from KusatsuOnsen AeruyadoTakamatsu. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 108 km from the accommodation.

A 10-minute walk from the JR Kyoto Train Station, Takigawa Ryokan features comfortable Japanese-style rooms with tatami (woven-straw) flooring. A public bath is available, and massages can be requested for relaxation. Guests can borrow Kimono robes for free, but will be charged for dry cleaning costs. Each air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV and Japanese futon bedding. Bathroom and toilets are shared, and includes a hairdryer. Dry cleaning and photocopying services are available at the front desk. Bicycles can be rented to tour the historical city of Kyoto. Ryokan Takigawa is a 6-minute walk from the Higashi-Honganji Temple, and a 10-minute walk from the Kyoto Tower. The Takashimaya Department Store is a 20-minute walk away.

Situated 50 km from Kumagaya Rugby Stadium, 14 km from Chichibu Shrine and 20 km from Hodosan Small Animal Park, Echigoya Ryokan offers accommodation set in Ogano. The ryokan features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the ryokan, the units are equipped with a tatami and a flat-screen TV. At the ryokan, every unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Mitsumine Shrine is 34 km from the ryokan. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 119 km from Echigoya Ryokan.

Situated in Izu, 31 km from Koibito Misaki Cape and 16 km from Shuzenji Niji no Sato, 富士見山荘 offers air conditioning. With free private parking, the property is 14 km from Shuzen-ji Temple and 22 km from Mount Daruma. The property is non-smoking and is located 34 km from Fuji-Hakone-Izu-kokuritsu-kōen. The ryokan features a flat-screen TV. The property offers mountain views. Hakone Checkpoint is 49 km from the ryokan. The nearest airport is Shizuoka Airport, 134 km from 富士見山荘.

An inn attractive with its quiet location which is 5 minutes walk away from Gora station. They own a spacious premises of 7700 square meters. You can enjoy the Ide-yu hot water of Gora at a reasonable price. Dinner is Kansai style kaiseki (traditional course) meal.

Onsen Minshuku Sakaeya offers accommodation in Shizukuishi. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms include views of the mountain or river. Rooms include a shared bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. At Onsen Minshuku Sakaeya, there is an electric kettle and microwave that guests may use in the shared lounge. Tsunagi Hot Spring is 10 km from Onsen Minshuku Sakaeya, while Nyuto Hot Spring is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Akita Airport, 60 km from Onsen Minshuku Sakaeya.

Wakasa Annex features an outdoor hot public bath and free WiFi. Other facilities include a 24-hour reception, drinks vending machines and free parking. Todai-ji Temple is only an 8-minute walk. Soundproof rooms feature a serene interior with a tatami (woven-straw) floor, low furniture and shoji paper screens. Amenities include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge and toiletries. Guests sleep in Japanese futon bedding, and the rooms come with an all-wooden bathroom. Luggage storage is offered before and after check-in/check-out. English maps for exploring the area are available, and the property staff organises free tours guided in English for staying guests. Annex Wakasa serves Japanese cuisine for breakfast and dinner at the dining area. Dinner is a traditional kaiseki multi-course meal featuring seasonal dishes. The hotel is an 8-minute walk from Japanese garden Isui-en, and a 15-minute walk from Nara Park. Nara Train Station is a 12-minute walk, while Kansai Airport is 80 minutes by bus.