20 Ryokan in Japan

Located next to Hokkaido’s Lake Akan and featuring a pool and rooftop hot-spring baths, New Akan Hotel is just 200 metres from Akandake-jinja Temple. The spacious rooms have free Wi-Fi. Guests can stay in rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding or in rooms with Western-style beds. All have a full en-suite bathroom with Western toilet, and some overlook Lake Akan. Relaxation options include a massage service and sauna, and the outdoor hot-spring baths and hot tub have lake views. A video-game arcade and gift shop are also available. Ainu Traditional Dance Theatre and Ainu Kotan Village are both located within a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Felice Dining Room serves breakfasts and dinners of local specialities made with fresh ingredients.

21 km from Azumamachi Hall in Kamikawa, Sounkyo Kankou Hotel features accommodation with access to spa facilities, public bath and open-air bath. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Guests can use the sauna and the hot spring bath, or enjoy mountain views. All units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bath, slippers and a desk. Units come complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hair dryer, while some units at the ryokan also feature a seating area. At the ryokan, units have bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast 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. You can play table tennis at this 3-star ryokan. Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ropeway is 700 metres from Sounkyo Kankou Hotel, while Kamikawa Park is 22 km from the property. Asahikawa Airport is 70 km away.

Takinoya Bekkan Tamanoyu provides rooms with free WiFi in Noboribetsu, situated conveniently an 8-minute walk from Noboribetsu Jigokudani. The property is around 1.3 km from Noboribetsu Bear Park, 3.5 km from Noboribetsu Date Historic Village and 100 metres from Noboribetsu Onsen. The ryokan offers a hot spring bath and a 24-hour front desk. At the ryokan, each room includes a wardrobe. All rooms come with a shared bathroom with a hair dryer. At Takinoya Bekkan Tamanoyu, all rooms have air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. An Asian breakfast is served every morning at the property. Dinner features traditional Japanese kaiseki (multi-course) meal. The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport, 55 km from the accommodation.

Hotel Kanronomori offers free Wi-Fi at the entire property and relaxing indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths. Guests can play billiards or tennis and work out at the free-use fitness centre, which provides free yoga and boxercise lessons. Transfers to ski lifts are also provided for free. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen satellite TV, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can choose to stay in Western rooms or in Japanese-style rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can refresh in the sauna room, sing at the karaoke room or relax with a massage. Ski equipment rentals are available and ski storage lockers can be used free of charge. Local products can be purchased at the gift shop. The front desk provides luggage storage and a safety deposit box. Traditional multi-course meals are available for dinner and a buffet for breakfast. All meals are served at the dining room. Kanronomori Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Annupuri International Ski Resort and a 20-minute drive from Niseko Village. Mount Yotei is a 40-minute drive away.

Set in Otofuke in the Hokkaido region, Sanyoan offers accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath. This 4-star ryokan offers a lift and full-day security. The ryokan has family rooms. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Units are equipped with a kettle, while certain rooms also offer a terrace and others also have mountain views. At the ryokan, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, and a minimarket is also available. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Obihiro Station is 10 km from Sanyoan. Tokachi-Obihiro Airport is 35 km from the property.

Situated in Noboribetsu and only 45 km from Lake Toya, Ryotei Hanayura features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star ryokan offers a lift and a housekeeping service. The ryokan has family rooms. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At the ryokan, all units are allergy-free. Buffet and Asian breakfast options with local specialities and fruits are available. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Sengen Park, Yuzawa Shrine and Noboribetsu Jigokudani. New Chitose Airport is 69 km from the property.

Tokachigawa Onsen Daiichi Hotel offers hot spring baths and Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Air conditioned rooms feature an en suite bathroom, a seating area and a flat screen TV. Each comes with a refrigerator, an electric kettle and a telephone. A safety deposit box and free toiletries can also be found. At Daiichi Hotel Tokachigawa Onsen, guests can relax in the indoor/outdoor hot spring baths, grab a drink at the bar or get a massage at a surcharge. Bicycle rental service and room service are also available. At Restaurant Komorebi a buffet featuring Tokachi’s delicacies are served, while at Restaurant Tokachi guests can enjoy a fusion of Japanese and Western dishes in private rooms. Restaurant Juhyo serves Teppanyaki dishes featuring local produces. A breakfast buffet is available in the mornings. Tokachi Ecology Park is located within a 5-minute drive, while Obihiro Zoo is a 35-minute drive from the property. Obihiro Airport is located a 40-minute taxi ride away.

Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza offers a luxurious Japanese hot-spring experience on the shores of Lake Akan. The spacious rooms include a private open-air bath, a living area with sofa, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. Rooms at Akan Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza mix traditional design with modern facilities, featuring tatami (woven-straw) flooring and shoji paper screens but also a DVD player and full Western bathroom. Akandake-jinja Shrine is just 150 metres from the hotel, and Ainu Kotan Folk Village is 750 metres away. Kushiro Airport is an 80-minute bus ride from the property. Guests remove their shoes at the entrance, and use a kimono and Japanese socks within the hotel. The hotel has a quiet “listening room” for musical enjoyment and a relaxed library. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. A Japanese breakfast and multi-course kaiseki dinner are served at the restaurant. The Bar pours drinks at a long counter made from a single tree.

碧の美ゆゆaonobi yuyu旧湯元白金温泉ホテル offers tranquil Japanese-style rooms, hot spring baths and Japanese cuisine, while free Wi-Fi is provided at the lobby. Rooms come with a personal attendant service, and feature a tatami-mat floor, a seating area with chairs and a coffee table, and traditional futon bedding. Amenities include an LCD TV, a fridge and yukata robes. The attached bathroom offers toiletries. Guests at the Shirogane-Onsen Yumoto can relax in an indoor or outdoor hot spring bath, or look for local products at the hotel’s shop. Facilities include drinks vending machines and free parking. An anniversary gift can be arranged upon advance request, at extra charge. A buffet breakfast is catered at the dining room, while a traditional kaiseki multi-course dinner is served either at the dining room or in the guest room. 碧の美ゆゆaonobi yuyu旧湯元白金温泉ホテル is a 3-minute walk from Shirohige-no-Taki Waterfall, and a 3-minute drive from Shirogane Aoi Ike Pond. Shikisai-no-Oka Park and Nishibi-no-Mori Museum are both a 30-minute drive. Biei Station is a 20-minute drive, and Asahikawa Airport is a 40-minute drive.

Located in Hokkaido’s famous Noboribetsu hot spring areas, adex Inn is a 14-minute drive from JR Noboribetsu Station. Guests staying can soak in the hot spring bath. Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) is just a 2-minute walk from the hotel while the popular Noboribetsu Bear Park is a 15-minute drive away. Guests can also make a 10-minute drive to the Date Jidaimura Village and enjoy a step back in time. adex Inn offers access to the public hot spring bath at the Daiichi Takimotokan located across the road. Guest rooms are simply furnished and come with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a working desk. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Situated by the banks of peaceful Akan Lake, Tsuruga Resort boasts free WiFi, natural hot springs, a spa and a library. Parking is offered at a charge. The accommodation provides Japanese and Western-style rooms. Featuring scenic lake views, rooms come with cosy seating areas by oversized windows. They are fitted with a flat-screen TV, a bathtub and coffee maker. Guests can enjoy a leisurely stroll around Akan Lake or browse the in-house art gallery. The spa provides relaxing massages and sauna facilities. Hearty buffets featuring local Hokkaido ingredients can be enjoyed at Buffet restaurant. Hotel is an 80-minute bus ride from Kushiro Airport.

★Featured in the Japan Brand Collection: Guidebook of Kyoto's Finest Establishments.※Four consecutive years An excellent location with a view of Kyoto Tower.Plus, comfortable and well-equipped facilities. Everyday yet special.Relax and enjoy such moments in Kyoto. A traditional Kyoto townhouse with an irimoya roof, located 5 minutes on foot from Kyoto Station and facing the main street (Shichijo Street). From the windows of the Japanese-style rooms, you can enjoy a close-up view of Kyoto Tower. Contrary to its exterior, the interior is a comfortable space equipped with extensive AV and entertainment facilities. At times, use it as a base for Kyoto sightseeing, with trains and buses just a 5-minute walk away providing convenient routes. At other times, stay in the townhouse and fully enjoy the carefully chosen state-of-the-art facilities. ・With a 60-inch TV and 7.1 speakers, you can enjoy karaoke (J0YSOUND) and movies (Netflix) on a large screen with powerful sound.（Free: Loud volume allowed: Soundproofing equipped within the facility） ・The facility is equipped with a multifunctional shower, mini kitchen, washing machine, and the latest AV equipment throughout various areas.

Facing the Pacific Ocean, Hamachidorinoyu Kaisyu is located in Shirahama and offers modern Japanese-style rooms with free internet. The hotel also features a natural hot spring bath with views of Shirahama Beach. Rooms feature a living area with tatami flooring and a private outdoor bath. They are equipped with a TV, humidifier and safe. A refrigerator and hairdryer are also provided. Guests can enjoy the massage services available or relax with a drink at Lounge Shiraho. Hamachidorinoyu Kaisyu's dining room provides traditional Japanese dishes for breakfast and dinner. Located at the tip of the cape in Shirahama, Hamachidorinoyu Kaisyu is within walking distance from Senjojiki and Shirahama Submarine Observation Tower. Nanki Shirahama Airport and JR Shirahama Station is a 15-minute drive away from Hamachidorinoyu Kaisyu.

Set in Ishinomaki, Simamegurinoyado Sakai provides accommodation with a public bath and an open-air bath. This 3-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift. The ryokan also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. 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. An Asian breakfast is available at the ryokan. Guests may wind down in the in-house bar, while a minimarket is also available. Sendai Airport is 99 km from the property.

中棚荘, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Komoro, 1.6 km from Honmachi Machiyakan, 39 km from Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park, as well as 22 km from Karuizawa Station. The ryokan features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the ryokan, each unit includes a tatami. A fridge and kettle are also available. All units in the ryokan are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hair dryer. Matsumoto Airport is 66 km from the property.

Located in Mount Koya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Zoufukuin offers a traditional Japanese-style accommodation housed within a Buddhist temple. Guests can reach Zoufukuin in 10 minutes by bus from Koyasan Station to Reihokanmae Bus Stop. Koyasan Reihokan Museum is a minute's walk from Zoufukuin, while Kongobuji is a 5-minute walk away. Koyasan Daishikyokai is a 2-minute walk away and Koyasan University is 5 minutes away on foot. Kansai International Airport is 40 km from the property. All rooms are Japanese-style rooms and include bathrobes. The bathroom is shared. There is a convenience store within a 3-minute walk from the property.

Offering a garden and mountain view, 山城屋リゾート is set in Aoki, 38 km from Honmachi Machiyakan and 41 km from Matsumoto Station. This ryokan offers free private parking and full-day security. The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum is 45 km from the ryokan and Matsumoto Castle is 39 km away. All units come with air conditioning, and some have a flat-screen TV, washing machine, a kettle, completed with a fully equipped kitchen. All units feature bed linen. Matsumoto Airport is 57 km from the property.

The bath with plenty of hot spring water is open 24 hours a day. The guest rooms with indoor cypress baths are also available for day use. The beautiful 13200 square meter garden can be seen from the guest rooms. They also have private baths.

An onsen (hot spring) inn managed by a local seafood wholesaler who has authority to obtain seafood directly from its local Kominato Amatsu fishing port. Guest rooms are modern Japanese style with tatami mats and beds. The front lobby has a view of Uchiura Bay.

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 48 km from the ryokan, while Hakone Gora Park is less than 1 km away.