20 Ryokan in Japan

Located in the sacred Mount Koya area, 高野山 宿坊 桜池院 -Koyasan Shukubo Yochiin- is a historic temple and an accommodation for visitors. Just to the left of entering sanmon gate, there is a stone garden created by the famous Mirei Shigemori and designated a natural monument by the Japanese government. Guests can experience temple activities such as meditation, sutra copying and tracing of Buddhist deities at an additional charge, if reserved in advance. Guests can also participate in morning prayers, which do not require reservation. All rooms at 高野山 宿坊 桜池院 -Koyasan Shukubo Yochiin- are Japanese-style and feature tatami (woven-straw) floors. Traditional futon bedding, a TV, fan and heater are provided. Bathroom and toilet are shared with other guests. The spacious public baths feature a hot tub. On-site luggage storage is available. Guests with reservations that include a meal can enjoy delicately prepared homemade vegetarian meals featuring seasonal dishes. Convenience stores are located within a 3-minute walking distance from the property. It is a 10-minute walk from the famous Kongobuji Temple. Guests can visit the Buddhist temple, Danjogaran, just a 3-minute walk away.

In April 2023, the large public bath was completely renovated.The large public bath area and the open-air bath area were expanded, and a sauna was installed.

A hill overlooking the Zao Mountain Range, with approximately 4,000 tsubo of land, features detached-style rooms arranged spaciously, creating a unique resort space that combines a Japanese ambiance with Western-style elements.The facility includes public spaces such as a lounge, sake cellar, shop, library, comic space, and yoga room, all well-equipped.2 hours and 45 minutes from Tokyo.Feel free to enjoy your stay as if it were your second home.

Togari Onsen Alpen Plaza features a hot spring bath and a public bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Iiyama, 30 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 21 km from Ryuoo Ski Park. The accommodation offers a lift, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. Units are fitted with a kettle, a TV, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms also boast a terrace. At the ryokan, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. The à la carte breakfast at the property offers local specialities as well as on-the-go options, such as fruits and juice. Guests are welcome to wind down in the in-house bar or lounge. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. For guests with children, the ryokan provides both an indoor and outdoor play area. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a ski equipment rental service, a ski pass sales point and ski storage space are also available on-site. Suzaka City Zoo is 39 km from Togari Onsen Alpen Plaza, while Zenkoji Temple is 41 km from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 116 km away.

Set 9.4 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station, Ajisai Onsen Ryokan - Award Winning Private Open Air Onsen offers 4-star accommodation in Hakone and has an open-air bath, a garden and a terrace. This ryokan features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation offers a hot spring bath, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. At the ryokan, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. The ryokan has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Fuji-Q Highland is 48 km from the ryokan, while Shuzen-ji Temple is 50 km from the property.

47 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park in Kusatsu, Shiki Resort Aisonet Kusatsu features accommodation with access to a public bath and open-air bath. This 4-star ryokan offers a spa experience, with its sauna and hot spring bath. The ryokan provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The units at the ryokan are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. A fridge and kettle are also provided. All units include a shared bathroom, slippers and bed linen. An Asian breakfast is available at the ryokan. Skiing is possible within the area and Shiki Resort Aisonet Kusatsu offers ski storage space. Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 15 km from the accommodation. Matsumoto Airport is 107 km away.

Like a hometown. The Chikugo Plain spreads across the southern part of Fukuoka Prefecture. In this fertile granary area lies the 'Natural Countryside Hot Spring Fukahori-tei.' The historical old residence 'Fukahori-tei,' handed down since the Edo period. Relax as if you were in your hometown. It has been reborn as a 'peaceful retreat.' Spend nostalgic yet refreshing and soothing moments on a lush, 4,000-tsubo property. Gentle, silky natural hot springs, abundant nature, and rich cuisine. 'Fukahori-tei' is always ready and waiting to welcome you.

Situated in Nozawa Onsen, 39 km from Suzaka City Zoo and 43 km from Zenkoji Temple, お宿まるとや offers air conditioning. With free private parking, the property is 22 km from Ryuoo Ski Park and 32 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park. The property is non-smoking and is located 45 km from Nagano Station. The ryokan features a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the ryokan. Lake Hokuryuko is 5 km from the ryokan, while Lake Nojiri is 35 km from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 119 km away.

Set in Higashikawa, 40 km from Asahikawa Yojo Station, Shikishimaso features accommodation with a hot spring bath, a public bath and an open-air bath. It is situated 42 km from Tokiwa Park and provides a lift. The ryokan also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. At the ryokan, the units are equipped with a wardrobe. A fridge and kettle are also featured. The units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an à la carte or an Asian breakfast. A minimarket is available at the ryokan. 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 skiing and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 3-star ryokan. Fishing and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Kaguraoka Park is 42 km from Shikishimaso, while Ayako Miura Literature Museum is 45 km away. Asahikawa Airport is 32 km from the property.

Free shuttle services are available at two locations: Tokushima Station and the Mount Bizan Ropeway Summit Station. The hotel's official website has a button on the access page for making reservations in English. Reservations must be made by 10:00 PM the day before use. The shuttle bus operates on a fixed schedule.The timetable is listed on the official website.

Approximately 80 minutes by Tobu Bus from Tobu Nikko Station/Nikko Station to the 'KOHAN MAE' bus stop, then a 1-minute walk.

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.

Located in Noboribetsu Onsen area, guests can enjoy the 5 different types of natural hot springs baths at Park Hotel Miyabitei. The property boasts an open-air bath with a wooden roof and a large public bath. All guest rooms are air conditioned and equipped with a wardrobe, safety deposit box, flat-screen TV and telephone. A refrigerator is included in rooms. The private bathroom includes a toilet, bath, towels and free toiletries including slippers. Shampoo, conditioner, hairdryers, skincare products are provided on site at the public bath areas. Hair brushes and combs are also available. There is a shared lounge, kid's arcade and kid's area that guests with children can enjoy during their stay. There are restaurants and shops located on site. Drinks vending machines are available on site. A convenience store is available within a 5-minute walk from the property. There are restaurants within a 10-minute walk away. Noboribetsu Date Historic Village, a historic theme park that showcases the Edo Period, is a 10-minute drive away. Noboribetsu Bear Park is a 16-minute drive from the property. The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport and is a 60-minute drive away.

The inn 'Kurokawa-so' quietly stands nestled in the mountains, slightly removed from Kurokawa's hot spring town. The premises, surrounded by nature that lets you forget the hustle and bustle, feature a charming main building at its center, accompanied by uniquely designed annexes. There are also natural hot springs that flow directly from the source. Relax and enjoy your time to the fullest in this place that displays different expressions with each season and moment.

A hot spring inn known for its gorgeous meals with seafood fresh from the Hota and Katsuyama fishing ports. The open-air bath (Tsukimi-no-Yu) on the rooftop can be chartered for free. Guests with children and guests who want to hold a banquet are also welcome.

Boasting quiet street views, 雅竹Miyabitake offers accommodation with balcony, around 22 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station. A hot spring bath and a car rental service are available for guests. The ryokan features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The units in the ryokan are equipped with a kettle. All units in the ryokan are fitted with a flat-screen TV and slippers. The area is popular for hiking and bike tours, and free use of bicycles is available at the ryokan. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Shuzen-ji Temple is 41 km from 雅竹Miyabitake, while Hakone Checkpoint is 15 km from the property.

Return to the countryside The countryside refers to one's hometown—a longing for a place always present in the heart, unforgettable and deeply cherished. Just like the nostalgic warmth and the liberating feeling of being at home, 'Akan Tsuruga Bessou Hinanoza' welcomes you as a hometown for your heart.

Next to Hayakawa River and overlooking bamboo hills, Hakone’s Shiunso Ryokan offers luxurious Japanese accommodation with natural hot-spring baths. Traditional multi-course meals and rooms with private open-air baths are featured. Free WiFi is available. All rooms at Ryokan Shiunso have tatami (woven-straw) floors, futon beds and an en suite bathroom. Guests can make a fresh cup of tea or simply listen to the whispering river. In addition to the hotel’s 3 public hot-spring baths, private-use baths can be reserved for a fee. Multi-course meals featuring Japanese specialities are served in guests’ rooms. Fresh seasonal seafood are prepared and acquired from Odawara Fishing Port. Shiunso is a 15-minute taxi ride from JR Odawara Train Station or a 5-minute drive from Hakone Yumoto Train Station, and free parking is provided. Hakone’s main street is a 15-minute walk away.

Set just 1.4 km from Kitakata Station, Azuma Ryokan offers accommodation in Kitakata with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as luggage storage space. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The ryokan has family rooms. At the ryokan, the units include a shared bathroom. There is a coffee shop on-site. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at this 2-star ryokan. Aizuwakamatsu Station is 21 km from the ryokan, while Mount Iimori is 22 km from the property. Fukushima Airport is 89 km away.

A ryokan popular for its Kaiseki (traditional Japanese course) meal. Shirako Onsen (hot spring) water is rich in sea mineral, iodine and considered to make beautiful skin. It's very popular. It's also good for chronic skin disorders, fatigue and back pains. Sauna and jacuzzi are also available for your relaxing bath time.