20 Ryokan in Japan

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.

Located in Arima in the Hyogo region, with Myoken-ji Temple and Onsen-ji Temple nearby, 有馬温泉ラコンテ有馬 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a sauna. It is set 600 metres from Nenbutsu-ji Temple and features a lift. Guests also enjoy access to the hot spring bath and hot tub, as well as the public bath and indoor pool. Fitted with a balcony, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom with bidet and a hair dryer. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A selection of options including warm dishes, local specialities and fruits is served for the buffet breakfast. 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 offers kids pool. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near 有馬温泉ラコンテ有馬 include Gokurakuji Temple, Zempuku-ji Temple and Tosen Shrine. Itami Airport is 26 km away.

Superb location overlooking mountains at Hakone. The hotel interior used furniture and lighting from Bali and it reminds of a tropical resort. There is a spacious open-air bath on the balcony, and a popular beauty salon directly managed by the hotel.

A fully equipped onsen ryokan just two minutes on foot from the station, with a natural hot spring, radon hot spring, a sauna, a waterfall hot spring and a cypress open air bath with a view. Offers shuttle services to the beach in the summer. The onsen baths are open for day visitors as well.

This is a Japanese-style inn that has been run by a family for generations since 1918. As a hideaway in a small town steeped in the flow of time since the Taisho era, please spend precious time with your loved ones in a peaceful space. The hotel is currently run by the owner, who loves surfing, and his son. Featuring 7 guest rooms, a Japanese restaurant and an izakaya bar, you can enjoy an extensive Japanese food and drink menu. Of course, we also have an English menu. So if you have any questions, please feel free to ask. DM on Instagram s.morigen is also OK. We look forward to seeing you in northern Kyoto.

Relax and unwind with a hot spring and a spectacular view. Why not refresh your body and mind at this inn, where all rooms have an ocean view and overlook the beautiful sea of ​​Minamichita? In our proud open-air bath, you can enjoy the spectacular view of Ise Bay while feeling the sea breeze. In particular, the private open-air bath, which is free for 30 minutes only on weekdays, allows you to spend luxurious time in a private space. At dusk, you can enjoy a blissful moment forgetting the hustle and bustle of everyday life while watching the sun set over the sea. The interior of the building is designed with an Asian-style resort feel, creating an extraordinary atmosphere. In addition, free coffee and tea are available in the lobby, so you can enjoy a relaxing time. Relax to your heart's content in the healing space created by the nature and hot springs of Minamichita.

A long-standing ryokan appreciated by historically famous figures such as Hirofumi Ito. Its six-story building overlooks a beautiful night view. Large baths on the third floor have a panoramic view. Iso Kaiseki (seafood course meal) is served for dinner.

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.

Set in Kyoto, 1.5 km from Nijo Castle and 1.4 km from the centre, Onya Kaede offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden. The 3-star ryokan has quiet street views and is 2.4 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum. The ryokan features family rooms. At the ryokan, each unit comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units will provide guests with a tatami and a kettle. Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is 3 km from the ryokan, while Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall is 3.3 km away. Itami Airport is 46 km from the property.

Enjoy "Japanese cuisine" made with seasonal ingredients and local "sake." Two types of "hot springs" that are rare nationwide. And an inn where you can fully enjoy Japanese culture with "tatami" in every room. Please enjoy a quiet and extraordinary experience.

Located next to the south side of Yasaka Shrine, this is a purely Japanese-style inn with eight rooms. You will be greeted by a statue of a deity called Okudo at the entrance, enveloped in the scent of yuzu. Relax and enjoy the seasonal Kyoto atmosphere with our special yuzu hotpot kaiseki meal. [Children under 13 years of age are not permitted to stay at this inn.]

From the bath, you can enjoy the view of Mt. Yufu and nature. It is conveniently located near Yunotsubo Street and a convenience store.

Located in the sacred Koyasan area, Saizenin offers simple accommodation surrounded by mountains and many temples. Originally developed as a lodging for the temples’ pilgrims, it conducts Buddhist services every morning that guests can attend. Nankai Koyasan Train Station is a 15-minute drive away. Fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding, each room comes with a flat-screen TV and a seating area. A safety deposit box is also provided. The 高野山 宿坊 西禅院 -Koyasan Shukubo Saizenin- features luggage storage and free parking. Kansai International Airport is 40 km away. Nankai Namba Train Station in Osaka is a 2-hour train ride from the proprety. Healthy vegetarian meals are served in the guest room or in the dining room for dinner and breakfast.

In the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Heian Shrine, 明和荘Mei Wa Inn features a garden and a washing machine. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan has family rooms. Some accommodation includes a balcony and a seating area with flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and heating. At the ryokan, each unit has a private bathroom. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Shoren-in Temple and Gion Shijo Station. Itami Airport is 47 km from the property.

Featuring a terrace with views of Lake Ashi, Hakone・Ashinoko Hanaori offers a soothing hot spring bath and sauna. The property is situated a 2-minute walk from Togendai Station on Hakone Ropeway. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and free private parking is provided on site. Each room is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a view of lake or mountain. Amenities include a refrigerator and electric kettle. For your comfort, you will find a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms have a balcony. A 24-hour front desk offers free luggage storage and concierge service. The ryokan has an on-site restaurant and shop. Guests can relax with a massage treatment at the property. Hakone Botanical Garden of Wetlands is a 9-minute drive, while Pola Museum of Art is an 11-minute car ride from Hakone・Ashinoko Hanaori. Tokyo Haneda International Airport is 78 km away.

Nikko Nationalpark Kawamata Onsen KURA features a hot spring bath and a public bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Nikko, 32 km from Kegon Falls. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The accommodation provides a lift and free shuttle service for guests. Guests can stay warm with a fireplace in every unit. Every unit is equipped with a safety deposit box, while certain rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also boast mountain views. At the ryokan, units come with bed linen and towels. À la carte and Asian breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fruits are available each morning. A bar can be found on-site. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Nikko Toshogu Shrine is 45 km from the ryokan, while Tobu Nikko Station is 47 km from the property. Fukushima Airport is 137 km away.

An inn where you can immerse yourself in the retro Showa era, with traces of a bicycle shop back then. A room where you can stay with your car, perfect for bicycle lovers. If you are not a cyclist, you can rent a bicycle and enjoy cycling through the great outdoors and historical atmosphere. At the end of the day, you can work up a sweat at Gosho Takarayu, a public bath that has become a local public property, and have a warm connection with local residents. Afterwards, if you talk to your friends or people you met during your travels in the open lounge, you will already become residents of the Imperial Palace.

Facing the seafront in Higashiizu, Atagawa Yamatokan has an outdoor pool and an open-air bath. This ryokan provides free private parking and a lift. The accommodation offers a sauna, hot tub, family-friendly restaurant and free WiFi. The units in the ryokan are fitted with a kettle. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. All units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Kids pool is also available for guests at the ryokan. Atagawa You Yu Beach is 200 metres from Atagawa Yamatokan, while Shuzen-ji Temple is 38 km from the property.

Yukaen in Hanamaki has 4-star accommodation with an open-air bath and a garden. This ryokan features free private parking and a lift. The accommodation offers a sauna, hot spring bath, family-friendly restaurant and free WiFi. All units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, slippers and a wardrobe. At the ryokan, the units include bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop and lounge. Miyazawa Kenji Memorial Museum is 21 km from the ryokan, while Shin-Hanamaki Station is 22 km from the property. Iwate Hanamaki Airport is 18 km away.

Situated in Nihommatsu and only 10 km from Nihonmatsu Station, Kagamigaike Hekizantei features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is set 27 km from Koriyama Station and provides full-day security. The ryokan offers a hot spring bath and a lift. Some units are air conditioned and include a seating area with a flat-screen TV. At the ryokan, every unit is equipped with a private 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 this 3-star ryokan, and the area is popular for skiing. Mount Bandai is 48 km from the ryokan, while Koriyama Culture Park is 32 km from the property. Fukushima Airport is 57 km away.