20 Ryokan in Japan

Offering indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths and a sauna, Shogetsu Grand Hotel features Western and Japanese-style rooms with a view of the gorge. The hotel is located in the Jozankei hot-spring district and JR Sapporo Train Station is a 50-minute drive away. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a fridge, Japanese yukata robes and a safety deposit box. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with Western beds or Japanese futon bedding. A humidifier and an en suite bathroom are also included. Guests can get a soothing massage or relax in the shared lounge. Local products can be purchased at the souvenir shop and drink vending machines and a designated smoking area are on-site. The front desk is available 24/7. Traditional multi-course dinners and Japanese set breakfasts feature local vegetables and are served at the dining room. Grand Shogetsu Hotel is a 30-minute drive from Sapporo International Ski Resort and a 40-minute drive from Makomanai Country Club. Sapporo is a 60-minute drive away, while New Chitose Airport is a 100-minute drive away. Jozangensui Park is a 5-minute walk from the property.

Featuring traditional Japanese-style rooms in serene surroundings, Jozankei Daiichi Suizantei is situated just 4.2 km from Sasaki Fruit Farm. It offers hot-spring baths and massage services. Jozankei Daiichi Hotel Suizantei is 5.5 km from beautiful Lake Sapporo and 6.3 km from Hoheikyo Dam. It provides free parking and a free shuttle from Showa Building (located at Odori-Nishi 5-Chome), which is a 15-minute walk from JR Sapporo Train Station. Leisurely afternoons can be spent in the ample indoor and outdoor baths or in kashi-kiri baths (private baths). Staff can provide concierge services and 24-hour reception. The lobby has free WiFi. Guests can enjoy fine Japanese fare with Hokkaido specialties and kaiseki (traditional multi-course) meals at Shoan. Koso bar is ideal for an after-meal drink.

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.

Offering 7th-floor hot-spring baths with mountain views, a karaoke bar and a buffet restaurant, The spacious rooms have Western beds and a Japanese-style seating area. Rooms at Choyo Tei Hotel are air-conditioned and include a Yukata robe, an electric kettle with green tea and a section with tatami (woven-straw) flooring. Each room comes with an en suite bath with bathtub. A 25-minute taxi ride from JR Kamikawa Train Station, the hotel is a 5-minute walk from Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Ropeway cable car and a 10-minute drive from Ryusei no Taki Waterfalls. It is a 2-hour drive from JR Asahikawa Train Station and provides free parking. You can relax with a massage or unwind at the sauna when not soaking in the rooftop hot-spring bath. Duty-free shopping is available at on-site shops. Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes are available at the breakfast and dinner buffets. A coffee lounge and Japanese-style pub are on site.

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.

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.

Situated in Jozankei, 28 km from Sapporo Station, Suizantei Club Jozankei-Adults Only features accommodation with a sauna and a hot spring bath. There is an in-house restaurant and free private parking. The accommodation offers a lift and free shuttle service for guests. At the ryokan, units have a private bathroom. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Shin-Sapporo Station is 33 km from the ryokan, while Otaru Station is 43 km from the property. Okadama Airport is 36 km away.

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.

Located a 5-minute drive from JR Kiikatsuura Train Station, Hotel Nagisaya offers a free shuttle service, and hot spring baths with an ocean view. All rooms are Japanese-style rooms with tatami (woven-straw) flooring, futon bedding and an ocean view. Each comes with a TV, a seating area and an electric kettle. Free toiletries and hairdryers are also available in rooms. At Nagisaya Hotel, guests can relax in the indoor/outdoor hot spring baths, karaoke at a surcharge or purchase souvenirs at the gift shop. Fishing and massages are also available at a fee. A dinner featuring fresh seafood will be served in guest rooms or at the restaurant, Marine. Kumano Nachi Shrine is a 16-minute drive away, while Inyo Falls is a 17-minute drive away. Kamikura Shrine is also accessible by a 25-minute drive.

Hotel Ra Kuun is a 20-minute walk from Lake Ashi and its sightseeing cruise pier. Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby, and free parking is offered. Guests can choose to stay in Japanese-style rooms with futon bedding or in carpeted rooms fitted with Western beds. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV, a fridge. A bath tub and toiletries are included in the en suite bathroom. Ra Kuun Hotel provides in-room massage services at an additional charge. Drink vending machines are available on site. The hotel is a 30-minute bus ride from Hakone-yumoto Train Station, or a 40-minute bus ride from Odawara Train Station. Narukawa Art Museum is a 20-minute walk away. Guests with a breakfast plan can enjoy a breakfast buffet in the dining room. There are some restaurants around Moto-hakone-ko bus stop, which is a 5-minute bus ride or a 25-minute walk away.

Boasting garden views, YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed offers accommodation with an open-air bath, a garden and a shared lounge, around 47 km from Fuji-Q Highland. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 15 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station. The accommodation features a hot spring bath, hot tub, family-friendly restaurant and free WiFi. Some units in the ryokan have private entrance and are fitted with desk and wardrobe. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. 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. For guests with children, the ryokan provides an indoor play area and a children's playground. YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed has a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace. Shuzen-ji Temple is 48 km from the accommodation, while Togendai Station is 1.8 km from the property. Shizuoka Airport is 116 km away.

As the name 'Thousand Forests' suggests, this is an inn with only three detached rooms, nestled amidst untouched natural forests. Natural spring water, fresh air, and the flavors of mountain vegetables nurtured by the earth. You can feel the richness of Aso with your entire being. Conveniently located 30 minutes by car from Aso Kumamoto Airport and a 5-minute walk from JR Hohi Line Ichinokawa Station. A new sensation of relaxation awaits you here. *Wi-Fi available *All rooms equipped with floor heating during winter

≪The Charm of Kaga's Villa Matsunoe≫ ◆The first inclusive accommodation in Hokuriku ◆An art museum featuring local traditional crafts within the facility ◆All guest rooms offer ocean-view spaces for relaxation and healing ◆A lobby lounge where you can enjoy views of Nanao Bay and the tea garden ◆A 1,200-year-old hot spring, the only sea hot spring in Hokuriku ……What does 'inclusive' mean…… Beverages during dinner and breakfast, items in the room's refrigerator, Food and drinks at the lobby or bar are included in the accommodation fee. ※Special items may incur additional charges. …………………………………

A quiet hot spring inn which stands in a gorge of Okuyugawara. All of the rooms have an indoor bath with hot spring water. The private open-air bath with rustic beauty can be used freely until the next morning without the need for an advanced reservation. It is an inn loved by many writers, including Tsutomu Minakami.

Situated 6.6 km from Saitama Stadium 2002, 12 km from Saitama Super Arena and 14 km from Shinkoshigaya Varie, Toyoko Inn Saitama Iwatsuki Ekimae features accommodation set in Saitama. This 3-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. All units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, slippers and a desk. The private bathroom is fitted with a bath, a hair dryer and free toiletries. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. Kozen-in Temple is 15 km from Toyoko Inn Saitama Iwatsuki Ekimae, while Kongo-ji Temple is 16 km from the property. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 52 km away.

Located in Fujisato in the Akita region, Hotel Yutoria Fujisato provides accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan offers a spa centre and full-day security. An Asian breakfast is available at the ryokan. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests can swim in the indoor pool, or go skiing. Odate-Noshiro Airport is 24 km away.

Hotel Sunvalley Izunagaoka Main Building features a sauna and free private parking, and is within 10 km of Shuzen-ji Temple and 24 km of Mount Daruma. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and a minimarket, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests have access to a public bath and open-air bath. 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 private bathroom with a bidet. The units are equipped with heating facilities. 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. Guests can also relax in the garden. Hakone-Yumoto Station is 41 km from Hotel Sunvalley Izunagaoka Main Building, while Koibito Misaki Cape is 42 km from the property.

Just a 2-minute walk from Yakushido, 鹿覗きの湯つるや has 3 public hot spring baths, offers complimentary parking, and free Wi-Fi access in its lobby. Each of its Japanese-style rooms comes with a private outdoor bath. The property is a 5-minute drive from the Shima Onsen District and a 10-minute drive from Ouketsu. It is a 25-minute walk from Shima Onsen Bus Stop and a free transfer service is provided. Fitted with a balcony, rooms include a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, a personal safe and a hairdryer. A fridge is included and green tea is provided. A breakfast set menu is served to guests’ rooms daily. For dinner, a traditional Japanese multi-course meal is offered. Drinks vending machines are available. Guests can get souvenirs at 鹿覗きの湯つるや’s gift shop or take a dip in the indoor, outdoor or private reservable hot spring bath (Kashikiri). The property’s members of staff can assist with massage or luggage storage requests.

Boasting its indoor/outdoor public hot spring baths, Ito Kowakien is located in the centre of Ito hot spring area, and is just a 10-minute walk from JR Minami Ito Train Station. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool during the summer season and use the free on-site parking. A free shuttle is available each day between 14:00 and 18:00 from JR Ito Train Station, which is a 5-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms feature mountain views, a flat-screen TV and Japanese Yukata robes. A fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags are provided in all room, while the en suite bathroom comes with a private hot spring bath. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with Japanese futon bedding on tatami (woven-straw) floors or in rooms with Western-style beds. You can sing you favourite songs at the karaoke room or shop for local souvenirs at the gift shop. At Ukifune restaurant, traditional multi-course meals can be enjoyed for dinner and a buffet for breakfast. Kowakien Ito is a 25-minute drive from Jyogasaki Beach and a 15-minute drive from Renkei-ji Temple.

Just a 3-minute walk from the famous Yubatake Hot Spring, Kane Midori offers massage services and its own hot-spring baths. The Japanese rooms have futon beds and a Western bathroom. Tatami (woven-straw) floors and shoji paper screens complete the zen atmosphere in Kane Midori Ryokan’s air-conditioned rooms. All rooms come with a fridge and electric kettle, while the bathroom(some rooms) has a bathtub and amenities. Kusatsu International Ski Area is 1.5 km away.The ryokan is 11 km from Haneo Train Station, and 7 km from Sanroku Ropeway Station. Nikko-ji Temple is about a 5-minute walk away. The hotel offers ski storage and luggage storage. A hot-spring bath can be reserved for private use, for a fee. An authentic Japanese breakfast is served.