20 Ryokan in Japan

The specialty at this cozy inn is ayu (sweetfish). You can try some ayu dishes including ayu-meshi (sweetfish cooked with rice) and ayu sashimi. The Ayu-zukushi Plan (a course with ayu-centric dishes) is their recommendation. Their fresh and clean bath is a radium hot spring. It is effective against gynecological diseases, rheumatism, and neuralgia.

The hot spring source is a natural flow of slightly reddish cloudy hot water. 100% pure hot spring water from the source is luxuriously used for the indoor bath and open-air bath. The water is potable and is effective against gastrointestinal diseases. Located in an open area, the view from the rooms is fantastic.

Since it was discovered by the first owner in 1827, this hot spring has been known for being effective against a million diseases. It is popular among female guests as it is said to be especially good for your skin. There are 4 types of guest rooms with open-air baths, and guests can enjoy the valley and mountain greenery.

Ufufu provides a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 10 km of Shuzen-ji Temple and 18 km of Mount Daruma. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Every room comes with a terrace. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a fridge, a coffee machine, a bidet, slippers, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. Units come complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bath and a hair dryer, while certain units at the ryokan also provide guests with a seating area. At the ryokan, all units have bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the garden. Koibito Misaki Cape is 28 km from the ryokan, while Shuzenji Niji no Sato is 12 km away.

Located in Teshikaga, 11 km from Lake Kussharo, Oyado Kinkiyu offers accommodation with a hot spring bath, a public bath and an open-air bath. This ryokan provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The units at the ryokan are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. With a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and slippers, units at the ryokan also offer free WiFi. At the ryokan, all units come with bed linen and towels. An Asian breakfast is available daily at the ryokan. Guests at Oyado Kinkiyu will be able to enjoy activities in and around Teshikaga, like hiking. Lake Mashu is 13 km from the accommodation, while Higashimokoto Shibazakura Park is 27 km away. Memanbetsu Airport is 47 km from the property.

Yufuin Santokan is a quiet inn with 13 rooms that serves purely Japanese kaiseki cuisine. The large public baths are on a time rotation system so that you can enjoy both the cypress and rock baths. Why not soak in the hot springs of Yufuin and let yourself be carried away by the relaxation of time? Located close to Lake Kinrin and Yunotsubo Kaido, this inn is perfect for those who want to enjoy Yufuin at a leisurely pace, and is also within easy walking distance of Yufuin.

Set in Hakone’s natural beauty, Gora Kadan is located a 5-minute walk from Gora Station on the Hakone Tozan Line. Guests can leisurely soak in the hot spring bath, relax with a massage treatment. Free WiFi and free private parking is available. Gora Kadan is a member of Relais & Chateaux. The 24-hour front desk at Kadan Gora offers free luggage storage, concierge service and currency exchange. Shuttle service to the ryokan is also available upon request. Guests have free access to the indoor pool and fitness centre. Featuring mountain views, all rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle and a fridge. Rooms also come with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Some rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Guests can savour traditional Japanese meals featuring fresh seasonal ingredients and beautiful garnishes at the on-site restaurant. Popular attractions in the area like the Hakone Open Air Museum and Hakone Gora Park can be reached within a 10-minute walk. Lake Ashi is a 25-minute drive away while the nearest airport is Haneda Airport, a 100-minute drive from the property.

A quiet inn along the Reisenji River where you can stay with your pet. Surrounded by nature, the natural hot spring water and warm water are extremely soothing. Enjoy fried rainbow trout noodles and other local cuisine made with ingredients from the mountains and rivers in the comfort of your own room. Free private baths available.

Company name: Kuhokan Limited Company (Sato no Yu Waraku) Established: April 3, 1993 Business location: 6351-1 Manganji, Minamioguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture, 869-2402 Representative: CEO Endo Kosue Business description: Hotel business Banks: Higo Bank, Kumamoto Bank

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Ryokan Kiritani Hakoneso is located in Hakone, 9.4 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station and 48 km from Fuji-Q Highland. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The ryokan features family rooms. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom with a bidet. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and linens for a supplement. The units are equipped with heating facilities. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Shuzen-ji Temple is 49 km from the ryokan, while Hakone Gora Park is 700 metres away.

さくらの宿　一膳 is set in the Kawazu Onsen-kyo district of Shimo-sagano, 40 km from Mount Daruma, 44 km from Koibito Misaki Cape and 34 km from Shuzenji Niji no Sato. It is situated 32 km from Shuzen-ji Temple and offers free shuttle service. The ryokan features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. A fridge and kettle are also available. All units in the ryokan are fitted with a flat-screen TV and slippers. IZoo is 6.9 km from the ryokan, while Uehara Museum of Art is 8.8 km from the property.

Yunohana Tsukiya is a ryokan that will open in July 2021 at Yunohana Onsen, located in a quiet mountain area about 7 kilometers west of the city center. Yunohana Onsen is known as Kyoto's inner parlor, so you can enjoy the clear air and seasonal natural scenery that decorates the hot springs in a secluded mountain gorge. 《Hospitality at Yunohana Tsukiya》 Yunohana Tsukiya strives to provide the kind of "hospitality" typical of a Japanese inn. At check-in, we ask about your preferences so that even first-time guests and those who value their privacy can enjoy their precious time equally. We also accept celebrations for loved ones. Please feel free to contact us. When you come to Kyoto/Kameoka, please come to Yunohana Tsukiya.

Set in Hongu and only 14 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine, Ryokan Adumaya offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The ryokan features a spa experience, with its hot spring bath, public bath and open-air bath. The property is allergy-free and is situated 21 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art. The ryokan is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the ryokan. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a shared bathroom. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum is 26 km from the ryokan, while Kamikura Shrine is 36 km from the property. The nearest airport is Nanki–Shirahama Airport, 58 km from Ryokan Adumaya.

You can experience Ibusuki's famous sand bath hot springs indoors, regardless of the weather, which is rare even around the world. On the premises there is an art museum with many artefacts on display and an Italian restaurant.

Offering a garden and river view, Temple Hotel 正暦寺 is located in Ayabe, 31 km from Guzeiji Temple and 34 km from Sasaba Shrine. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 20 km from Choanji Temple. Towels and bed linen are offered in the ryokan. If you would like to discover the area, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings and the ryokan can arrange a bicycle rental service. Kanbuku-ji Temple is 35 km from Temple Hotel 正暦寺, while Sasayama Children's Museum is 35 km from the property. Tajima Airport is 83 km away.

Centrally situated in downtown Osaka, Japanese-style hotel Yamatoya Honten offers a tranquil escape from the lively city. It features a spacious public bath and free WiFi in all areas. Literally a Japanese house, Yamatoya offers serene rooms with tatami-mat flooring and traditional futon bedding. Amenities include a flat-screen TV, a minibar and slippers. Yamatoya Honten Ryokan Osaka is just a 3-minute walk from Nipponbashi Station, from where it takes a 10-minute ride to get to the Tsutenkaku Tower. Universal Studios Japan is a 20-minute drive away and Osaka Castle is a 30-minute train ride away. At Ryokan Yamatoya guests are offered soothing massages. The hotel also has a souvenir shop, and it offers luggage storage. Western and local breakfasts are available at the dining room. The ryokan has a bright lobby lounge, where beverages can be enjoyed in a relaxing atmosphere. From 1st of August 2023, No smoking will be allowed on the premises.

Located in Osaka, 1.1 km from Matsunomiya Shrine, Harper House provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. The accommodation features a hot tub. This 3-star ryokan offers private entrance. The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and bathrobes. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the ryokan, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Abe Oji Shrine, Abeno Seimei Shrine and Tsurumibashi Shopping Street. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 26 km from Harper House.

Nasushiobara Masudaya features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Shiobara-machi. Each accommodation at the 3-star ryokan has river views, and guests can enjoy access to a hot spring bath and a hot tub. The accommodation provides a lift, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hot tub. At the ryokan, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. A ski pass sales point is available on-site and skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the ryokan. Fukushima Airport is 80 km away.

Set in Hakone, Centurion Hakone Bettei offers 4-star accommodation with private balconies. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The ryokan has a hot spring bath and full-day security. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a tatami, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. The units are equipped with heating facilities. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Hakone-Yumoto Station is 12 km from the ryokan, while Fuji-Q Highland is 44 km from the property.

Because it faces the Arakawa River, you can view the natural treasure, Nagatoro Iwadatami (the rocks with successive layers of tatami overlapping each other) from both the rooms and the open-air baths. The hotel is also known for the decorated flowers in the main building and kaiseki ryori (a traditional Japanese course meal) which makes use of seasonal ingredients.