20 Ryokan in Japan

Gentle wave patterns, like a floating island in a dry landscape garden. Golden hot springs flowing abundantly since ancient times. A one-day-only, unscripted theater of the sunset. Nagasaki's Iki Island is a 'Small Sanctuary' that cleanses the soul. With heartfelt hospitality and gourmet dishes woven from freshly harvested ingredients, rediscover your own origins. This is a one-of-a-kind island inn where unforgettable travel stories are created. 12 rooms in total, equipped with open-air baths sourced from natural hot springs and offering ocean views. Iki Retreat Kairi Murakami

Deep in the mountains, there stands a single secluded inn called 'Tenkawa Sansou.'In this expansive lodging of approximately 6,000 tsubo, only seven groups of guests visit per day.Enjoy quality hot springs, carefully selected seasonal delicacies, and cherished moments with loved ones, all while leisurely relaxing in the serene forests of Aso, far removed from the mundane world.