20 Ryokan in Japan

A guesthouse limited to two groups per day, operated by Hata-yama Yumetaku, specializing in the breeding, processing, and sale of Tosa Jiro, a rare local chicken known as the 'phantom chicken.'Located at the end of a road along the gorge upstream from Aki city center, it's a solitary inn in a secluded spot.The local chicken Tosa Jiro, distinct from the chicken meat in today's market, has unique meat quality and fat composition, making it considered difficult to handle.This inn, offering flavors that only producers who continuously work with Tosa Jiro can achieve, is frequented by food enthusiasts and professional chefs.Particularly, the charcoal-grilled dishes, cooked using Tosa Binchotan charcoal, are prepared one piece at a time right in front of guests by the producer.While enjoying the delicious meals, guests can also learn plenty of trivia about Tosa Jiro.Additionally, the inn is surrounded by forests, allowing guests to immerse themselves in nature.In summer, activities like 'chairing' by the nearby Hatayama River can be enjoyed.On nights of the new moon, you can gaze at a sky full of stars and even catch sight of shooting stars.

A long-established hotel founded in 1908. The tasteful building has a signboard outside saying ”maguro no kabutoyaki” (oven baked tuna head). The recipe of maguro no kabutoyaki originated with this hotel and it is served on a reservation basis.

Situated within 3.9 km of Jigokudani Monkey Park and 11 km of Ryuoo Ski Park in Yamanouchi, Ryokan Biyunoyado features accommodation with seating area. Featuring a bar, the 4-star ryokan has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. There is free private parking and a free shuttle service. Facilities for disabled guests are also available at the property. Every unit comes with a kettle, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while certain rooms are fitted with a terrace. At the ryokan, all units are allergy-free. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the in-house traditional restaurant, which specialises in Japanese cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. A ski pass sales point and ski storage space are available at Ryokan Biyunoyado, and guests can go skiing in the surroundings. Suzaka City Zoo is 23 km from the accommodation, while Zenkoji Temple is 29 km from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 104 km away.

A typical Japanese ryokan in a traditional building of early Showa Period located along the approach to the Hasedera Temple. The handrail called Kouran installed outside of the building on the second floor has special ambiance.