20 Ryokan in Japan

Enjoy dishes prepared with local ingredients and seasonal specialties. Savor the beautifully and meticulously crafted kaiseki cuisine of a traditional ryokan. It features a spacious and tranquil atmosphere. Relax while overlooking World Heritage sites like Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Park. Immerse yourself in the historic air and culture of Nara. Experience the charm of the ancient capital, including the rooftop open-air bath with views of the Five-Story Pagoda of Kofuku-ji Temple. Rejuvenate yourself by soaking in 'carbonated calcium artificial hot spring water.' Asukasou, located 1.8 km from Nara Station in Nara City, offers accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, and a rooftop terrace.This is a non-smoking accommodation.. Rooms at Asukasou come with air conditioning, a wardrobe, a kettle, a refrigerator, a safety box, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with a bidet. Free WiFi is available, and some rooms have balconies.

【Opened on December 15, 2022】A villa for relaxation in the ancient city of Kyoto. Enjoy strolling through Higashiyama with attractions like Yasaka Shrine, Kodaiji Temple, and Hanamikoji Street where geisha pass by at 'Hotel Yura Kyoto Yasaka.'Located in the bustling city of Kyoto, this warm inn offers a place for tranquil soul rest—'Yasaka,' akin to a Japanese ryokan, with a serene flow of comfort and peace.All guest rooms are equipped with Japanese-style bathtubs made of blue stone.We have prepared a total of 13 rooms with various options, including rooms with terraces featuring open-air baths where you can feel the breeze of Kyoto.In the cozy guest lounge, travelers gather to spend evenings and enjoy breakfast, while dinner can be experienced at the group hotel 'Saka no Hotel Kyoto' or in the streets of Gion through Kyoto's culinary delights.The facility also includes a gelateria and Japanese-style spa utilizing ingredients from Kyoto, Awaji Island, and Setouchi, making it a villa for travelers to freely enjoy strolling around the Kyoto Yasaka area.

Boasting a spa bath, Four Seasons Yuzawa Quattro is situated in Yuzawa. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The ryokan has a hot spring bath and luggage storage space. All units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a bidet, bathrobes and a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and slippers, units at the ryokan also feature free WiFi. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. A ski equipment rental service, ski-to-door access and a ski pass sales point are all offered at Four Seasons Yuzawa Quattro, and guests can go skiing in the surroundings. Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort is 2.7 km from the accommodation, while Naeba Ski Resort is 21 km from the property. Niigata Airport is 140 km away.

Featuring 2-star accommodation, Hotel Tango Nakamura So is set in Miyazu, 2.9 km from Amanohashidate Beach and 2.8 km from Chionji Temple. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The ryokan has a hot spring bath and a lift. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Yumikiro Castle Ruins is 6.9 km from the ryokan, while Itanami Plate Row Park is 7.1 km from the property. Tajima Airport is 55 km away.

60 steps and 40 seconds on foot from the service entrance to the beach at Aoshima Beach, 11 minutes to Aoshima Shrine, 12 minutes by car from Miyazaki IC, 13 minutes from Miyazaki Airport, and 24 minutes from the center of Miyazaki City where the prefectural office and city hall are located—first of all, the access is excellent.From the open-air bath on the 8th-floor rooftop, you'll be overwhelmed by the spectacular view of Aoshima floating in the vast Pacific Ocean before your eyes, and the silky smooth hot spring water will let you feel its abundant benefits.While soaking in the bath with your arms and legs stretched out under the vast sky, combined with the image of the tatami-matted floor's Japanese ambiance, you'll be invited into a relaxed and luxurious feeling, as if you were a lord or princess.Enjoy a full-course kaiseki meal packed with the seasonal flavors of Miyazaki, wrap yourself in a fluffy down futon to relax and recover from your journey, and wake up refreshed to greet the next morning.

Set in Kusatsu in the Gunma region, Yakushi no Yu Yumotokan offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath. Located around 46 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park, the ryokan is also 14 km away from Mt. Kusatsu Shirane. The ryokan has beauty services and luggage storage space. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a tatami, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom with a bidet. The units are equipped with heating facilities. There is a coffee shop on-site. The area is popular for skiing, and ski equipment hire and car hire are available at the ryokan. Matsumoto Airport is 107 km from the property.

In March 2023, a spa suite with one room on the fifth floor opened, featuring a second-floor area with spa rooms that include hot spring baths, Forest Rooms themed around nature, and compact shared rooms. These spaces are designed to suit different purposes, whether for relaxation, workation, or enjoying freedom in how you spend your time. When you want a change of scenery, relax in the themed lounges and occasionally soak in the hot springs to warm your body.Take a walk to feel the refreshing air of nature.We have created an inn that offers SHIN-Yuji, a modernized version of the healing retreats where Meiji-era literary masters visited Shima and other hot spring locations to rejuvenate both body and mind, inspiring their creative pursuits.Although we do not offer extravagant services, our staff is committed to providing sincere and kind hospitality.At the first-floor dining area, Shimanone, we welcome guests with handmade soba and delicious sake.

The chef adds a special touch to seasonal ingredients and local specialties such as 'Ishikawa Beef' and 'Aizu Horse Sashimi'. Enjoy your meal in a private space, either served in your room or a private dining area. Alkaline simple weak radioactive cold mineral spring (radioactive spring/natural radon) / available for bathing 24 hours.

A hot spring inn located at the foot of Mount Norikura, at an altitude of 1,500 meters, where you can enjoy a natural sulfur spring with free-flowing water. You can also enjoy mountain delicacies around the irori hearth. ※Approximately 25 minutes by car to Sawando Bus Terminal, which leads to Kamikochi.

A secluded retreat to welcome you and your special someone with heartfelt hospitality.An inn where every room comes with an open-air bath.Savor the craftsmanship of chefs preparing seasonal ingredients.

The 'Kasugayama Primeval Forest,' protected as the sacred domain of Kasuga Taisha since ancient times and registered as a World Heritage site. Nestled quietly within, this establishment was built in 1903 as a facility for the governor of Nara Prefecture to entertain distinguished guests. Enjoy authentic banquet cuisine skillfully crafted with seasonal ingredients while admiring the picturesque scenery woven by the changing seasons.

Sasai Hotel offers a public bath and an open-air bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Otofuke, 11 km from Obihiro Station. This ryokan features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation provides a sauna, hot spring bath, family-friendly restaurant and free WiFi. At the ryokan, the units are equipped with a tatami, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A fridge and kettle are also featured. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Buffet and Asian breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 4-star ryokan. Guests can also relax in the garden. Tokachi-Obihiro Airport is 35 km away.

Offering an open-air bath and mountain view, Izumigo AMBIENT Azumino Cottage is situated in Azumino, 21 km from The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and 23 km from Matsumoto Station. This 4-star ryokan features a spa experience, with its hot spring bath and hot tub. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Each unit has a private bathroom, while some rooms include a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave. A minimarket is available at the ryokan. Guests at the ryokan will be able to enjoy activities in and around Azumino, like hiking. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at Izumigo AMBIENT Azumino Cottage. Canora Hall is 46 km from the accommodation, while Matsumoto Castle is 22 km from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 25 km away.

In spring, view cherry blossoms at Mount Yoshino. In summer, visit the World Heritage sacred peak 'Mount Ōmine' for pilgrimages or to escape the heat. In autumn, enjoy the maple leaves that color the valleys like pointillist paintings. In winter, experience a snowy wonderland that feels unlike anywhere else in Kansai. Throughout all seasons, enjoy the beautiful Dorogawa Onsen Village and its Bijin-yu hot springs. Relax at traditional inns where you can feel the gentle warmth of wood.

Located just 39 km from Kumanokodo Nakahechi Museum of Art, Kosenkaku Yoshinoya provides accommodation in Totsukawa with access to an open-air bath, a garden, as well as a lift. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 17 km from Hosshinmon Oji Shrine. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking ryokan features a hot spring bath. The ryokan is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided 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. You can play table tennis at the ryokan. Kumanoshi Kiwakozan Museum is 40 km from Kosenkaku Yoshinoya. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 77 km away.

Seasonal ingredients showcased in 'Japanese cuisine' paired with local 'Japanese sake'.Two types of 'hot springs' that are rare even nationwide.A lodging where you can fully enjoy Japanese culture with 'tatami' in every room. Savor a tranquil escape from the everyday.

A luxurious hot spring inn boasting a grand open-air bath (mixed bathing + women-only) with a generous flow of 1,800 liters per minute from the source.All rooms are non-smoking. A secluded hot spring inn nestled in beautiful nature.Ranked No. 1 in 'Japan's Top 10 Hot Springs' by the world's largest travel guide 'Lonely Planet', and No. 6 in Reuters' 'Top 10 Hot Springs in the World.'

Equipped with a private standalone villa featuring an open-air bath with free-flowing natural hot spring water. The ever-flowing hot springs of Yufuin, the crystal-clear air of Yufuin, Please fully enjoy the soothing ambiance of Yufuin that gently heals your soul.

Sansuiso Tsuchiyu Spa provides a sauna and a hot spring bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Fukushima, 24 km from Nihonmatsu Station. This ryokan features free private parking and free shuttle service. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a lift and luggage storage for guests. All units at the ryokan are fitted with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and slippers, units at the ryokan also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms are fitted with a terrace. At the ryokan, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast, comprising local specialities and fruits is served at the property. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool and garden at the ryokan. Koriyama Station is 42 km from Sansuiso Tsuchiyu Spa, while Mount Bandai is 48 km from the property. Fukushima Airport is 71 km away.

【Minami Ryokan Recommended Points】 ・Conveniently located just 5 minutes by car from Ryotsu Port, the gateway to Sado. ・Refresh both body and mind with natural hot springs. ・The sea is within walking distance. ・Enjoy fresh seafood dishes sourced from the market. ・Homemade Japanese breakfast featuring Sado's local ingredients. 　Grilled local fish and other dishes pair perfectly with Sado rice! ・Experience Sado's sake with a local sake server available.（※Additional fee applies） 　Coins required for use are available for purchase at the front desk. ◇Natural Hot Spring 'Ryōtsu Sumiyoshi Onsen'◇ There are indoor baths and open-air baths for both men and women.A hot spring characterized by its smooth, silky texture. Enjoy the natural hot spring without any heating or added water. ※During the winter season, the open-air bath is closed as the temperature of the hot spring decreases.