20 Ryokan in Japan

A historical ryokan designated as a tangible cultural property where every room offers a view of the garden

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

Abundant fresh seafood

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

A hot spring hotel where you can enjoy a leisurely stay

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

Indulge yourself with the superb original kaisekizen using plenty of local ingredients

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

A beautiful Japanese inn that has maintained its traditional appearance and hospitality

The atmosphere and banquet dishes of a venerable hotel

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

Observe Mt. Yotei from this hotel's panoramic deck. It also makes for some romantic stargazing

A Japanese inn with a Japanese garden more than half a hectare in size

An innovative inn heralding a new style

Hosting many guests from overseas, this small family-run inn is located in Yanaka, a traditional urban neighborhood of Tokyo.

Surrounded by the beautiful green forests of Nambu red pine, you can soak in blissful peace and quiet.

A calm traditional Japanese style inn with a garden. Its wooden building creates warm ambiance. Authentic Japanese cuisine is served in a traditional, Nekoashi-zen (a tray with cat like four legs). Enjoy thoroughly a good old Edo spirit (the Edo Period, when a family of Tokugawa ruled in Japan, for 265 years from 1603). The main building has been listed as a tangible cultural property.

A secluded ryokan for grownups located near a beautiful river. Its hot spring water supplied directly from a source is smooth like face lotion and soft on your skin. Its specialty, Yui Original Sea & Mountain Cuisine cooked mainly with seasonal ingredients is served for meal.

An inn located in an area away from the hustle and bustle of Gora Station. It has nine guestrooms designed with the combination of Japanese and Western styles, each of which has an open-air bath. There are also indoor baths for each gender. It is an ideal hidden inn for adults.