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A traditional Japanese ryokan in the area where a famous historical figure, Hideyoshi Toyotomi visited. Even the elevator is decorated in Japanese style with tatami mat on floor. About 10 different unique baths including a large bath, an open-air bath, a pot bathtub and a cave bath are available.

The stylish Sunshine City Prince Hotel Ikebukuro Tokyo features 4 dining options and a 24-hour convenience shop. It's located in the Sunshine City complex, only 800 metres from JR Ikebukuro Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Rooms at Sunshine City Prince Hotel Ikebukuro Tokyo are fitted with a cable TV, a desk and an electric kettle. Each room has an en suite bathroom with a bathtub, amenities and yukata robes. Nearby Ikebukuro Station offers direct train access to Ueno, Shinjuku and Shibuya within 20 minutes. Higashi-Ikebukuro Subway Station is 500 metres away and has direct links to the Ginza and Tsukiji areas. Guests can find buffet meals at Bayern Restaurant. Musashino Restaurant serves a variety of Japanese dishes, while Kokiden Chinese Restaurant offers Cantonese food.

Renovated in February 2016, EN Hotel Shibuya offers comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi. It features 2 dining options and massage services. The property is located just a 7-minute walk away from Shibuya Station. Rooms are air-conditioned and furnished with a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle and a seating area. A trouser press is available for the convenience of guests. EN Hotel Shibuya has a 24-hour front desk with complimentary luggage storage. Laundry service is available. EN Hotel Shibuya is situated amidst shops and restaurants, while Shibuya Station offers many public transport connections. It is a 5-minute walk to the 109 Building and Shibuya Scramble Crossing, and a 15-minute walk to Yoyogi Park.

Offering an open-air bath and quiet street view, Yugawara Onoya Ryokan is located in Yugawara, 23 km from Hakone-Yumoto Station and 47 km from Shuzen-ji Temple. Each accommodation at the 3-star ryokan has mountain views, and guests can enjoy access to a hot spring bath and a public bath. The ryokan provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the ryokan, each unit is equipped with a wardrobe. The units in the ryokan are equipped with a flat-screen TV and slippers. An Asian breakfast is available at the property and includes warm dishes and local specialities. Hakone Checkpoint is 14 km from the ryokan, while Hakone Shrine is 17 km away.

A calm traditional Japanese style inn with a garden. Its wooden building creates warm ambiance. Authentic Japanese cuisine is served in a traditional, Nekoashi-zen (a tray with cat like four legs). Enjoy thoroughly a good old Edo spirit (the Edo Period, when a family of Tokugawa ruled in Japan, for 265 years from 1603). The main building has been listed as a tangible cultural property.

Nestled a 4-minute walk away from Iriya Station, Vessel Inn Ueno Iriya Station offers free WiFi throughout the entire property, private on-site parking and several rooms that offer views of Tokyo Skytree. Guests can explore, shop and dine at the popular Asakusa area, located 20-minutes away from the hotel via train and walk. Other shopping areas include Akihabara, home to numerous electronic stores, and the open-air market of Ameya-Yokocho. Both destinations can be reached within 8-minutes via train and walk from the hotel. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a free bike hire service. Complimentary children's amenities are available at the front desk. Guests will find drink vending machines on site, as well as fax/photocopying services available at a surcharge. There is also a cafe lounge where guests can purchase drinks and relax during the daytime. All rooms at Ueno Iriya Ekimae Vessel Inn are air-conditioned and come with an air humidifier/purifier. Rooms feature a flat-screen TV, desk, refrigerator and an electric kettle. The en suite bathroom features a bath and a shower booth, where free toiletries, slippers and a hairdryer are provided. The café & lounge on the 1st floor serves a Japanese and Western style buffet breakfast.

Directly connected to Shibuya Train Station, Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu offers easy transportation links, 2 high-floor restaurants and comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a satellite flat-screen TV. Overlooking Shibuya Scramble intersection, the hotel is just a 3-minute walk to the famous Shibuya 109 Building. The Harajuku area and Yoyogi Park are a 15-minute walk away. Shibuya Station’s 6 train lines and 3 subway lines offer convenient transport. Rooms at Hotel Shibuya Excel feature a calm, sophisticated decor. Each is fitted with a satellite TV, minibar and en suite bathroom with hairdryer. Guests can sip a fresh cup of tea and enjoy city views. Excel Tokyu Shibuya Hotel’s 24-hour front desk offers fax/photocopying services and luggage storage. Guests can relax with a massage or sleep in and have an in-room breakfast. The lobby has free Wi-Fi. Shunsai Japanese Restaurant and French Restaurant A Bientot offer fine dining with panoramic 25th-floor views of Tokyo. The spacious and bright Estacion Cafe serves coffee and cake.

Re-opened in 2012 after thorough renovations, the Tokyo Station Hotel is registered as an Important Cultural Property and boasts gorgeous rooms in a classical European style. It features a French restaurant and stylish bars, and free WiFi is offered throughout. Its entrance is right next to the Marunouchi South Exit of Tokyo Station. Rooms at The Tokyo Station Hotel offer a delicious mix of plush decor and comfortable modern amenities, including an LCD TV, a minibar and an electric kettle.The en suite bathroom features a bath and shower. Free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer are provided. Just a 10-minute walk to the Ginza area and the Tokyo International Forum, the hotel is a 20-minute walk from the Imperial Palace. The Akihabara and Tsukiji areas are about a 10-minute drive away. Haneda International Airport is 30-minutes away via monorail, while Narita International Airport is a 60-minute ride away on the express train. You can enjoy a workout at the fitness centre or relax at the on-site spa. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, currency exchange and laundry services. Room service is also available. Guests can enjoy sushi, Japanese and Chinese cuisine at the restaurants on site. The property boasts a sumptuous Japanese and European style buffet breakfast with approximately 100 items. Organic juice, freshly baked bread, muesli and yogurt are served, complimented with a selection of fresh fruits. Egg dishes and a variety of meat are offered as well as a Japanese-style breakfast, consisting of rice, miso soup, grilled fish, rolled omelets and other side dishes.

Located a 10-minute walk from JR Niigata Station, ANA Crowne Plaza Niigata offers elegant guest rooms, 5 fine restaurants and a bar on the top floor. Bicycle rentals are available at an extra charge, while free WiFi can be used throughout the property. All rooms feature comfortable beds, an ample desk and a flat-screen TV with pay-per-view channels. The private bathroom has a bathtub and free toiletries. The Niigata Crowne Plaza Hotel provides convenient services and facilities like currency exchange (US dollars and Euros only), luggage storage and 24-hour front desk. In-room massages can be arranged at an additional charge. The hotel is situated near Niigata’s business district, and just a short walk from the lively Pia Bandai Market. Niigata Airport is a 25-minute drive away. Kura restaurant offers seasonal Japanese cuisine, while Tendan serves tantalising Chinese dishes. The Season Café on the ground floor features all day dining. Gorgeous ocean/mountain views and nightly drinks can be enjoyed at the Sky Bar.

Just a 7-minute walk from Higashiyama Subway Station and Heian Shrine, the completely non-smoking Kyoto Travellers Inn offers bicycle rental, a restaurant and rooms with a flat-screen TV and free internet. The cosy rooms at Travellers Inn Kyoto include a refrigerator and private bathroom. Guests can choose a classical Western room with sofa or traditional Japanese room with futon bedding and tatami floor. Kyoto Municipal Zoo is just a 3-minute walk from the hotel, and Nanzen-ji Temple is only a 10-minute walk. Yasaka Shrine and the Gion area are about a 15-minute walk away. Guests can unwind with a massage or soak in the hot public bath. The friendly English-speaking staff offer luggage storage and laundry services. Free WiFi is available in public areas. A designated smoking area is also available for smokers. The hotel’s restaurant is open for all meals and serves Japanese and Western dishes.

Boasting sea views, Kurhouse Shirahama provides accommodation with a spa and wellness centre, a fitness centre and an open-air bath, around 1.7 km from Saki-no-Yu Onsen Spa. Offering free private parking, the 2-star ryokan is 600 metres from Shirarahama Beach. The accommodation offers a sauna, hot spring bath, family-friendly restaurant and free WiFi. There is a private bathroom with hot tub in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. 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. Kurhouse Shirahama also features an indoor pool and a hot tub for guests to relax in. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. Kishu Museum of Art is 1.9 km from Kurhouse Shirahama, while Heisogen Park is 2.4 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km away.

Steamed bread, a traditional Atami favorite

Set in Zao and only 38 km from Sendai City Community Support Center, かっぱの宿旅館三治郎 offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The ryokan provides a spa experience, with its sauna, hot spring bath and public bath. The accommodation features a lift, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. All units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, a hair dryer and a tatami. At the ryokan, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop on-site. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. The Site of Sendai Castle is 38 km from the ryokan, while Sakuraoka Daijingu is 38 km from the property. Sendai Airport is 33 km away.

A spacious 70 square meter guest room

Hotel Sanrakuso features Japanese-style rooms with beautiful ocean views. Guests can soak in the hot-spring baths or request for relaxing massages during their stay. A free shuttle runs between the hotel and JR Shirahama Train Station, which is a 30-minute drive. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea. Each has tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy singing at the hotel’s karaoke room or purchase local products at the gift shop. The lobby features beautiful views of Shirahama Beach and provides free WiFi access. A vending machine is available for drinks and ice cream. The on-site restaurant, Wakuwaku offers a breakfast buffet of Japanese dishes. Sanrakuso Hotel is about a 10-minute drive from Nanki Shirahama Airport. Senjojiki Plateau and Sandanbeki Cliff are both a 10-minute drive away.

Yuzuya Ryokan is a luxurious 5-star hotel located in the famous Gion of Kyoto, steps from the Yasaka Shrine. It features Japanese-style accommodation with traditional multi-course meals and free WiFi. Guestrooms at Ryokan Yuzuya feature antique furnishings and seasonal wildflowers arrangements. All rooms include tatami (woven straw) floors and traditional futon bedding. Guests can relax to the scent of Japanese citron as they soak in the warm public baths. English-speaking staff will be able to assist with sightseeing arrangements. Isshinkyo Restaurant serves lunch and traditional Japanese dinners. Yuzuya Ryokan is a 10-minute walk from the Chion-in Temple and Chorakuji Temple. It is a 10-minute walk from Gion Shijo Train Station and a 5-minute drive from Kennin-ji Temple.

A museum relaunched in spring 2021 integrates the activities of the Hara Museum of Contemporary Art (closed in 2021) and its annex Hara Museum ARC

Relax in comfort at a reasonably-priced hotel

Only a 15-minute ride on the free shuttle from JR Osaka Train Station, RIHGA Royal Hotel offers modern accommodations with free WiFi. It boasts a dazzling 20 dining options, ranging from French courses to traditional Japanese cuisine. Simply furnished rooms with a contemporary decor await guests at Hotel RIHGA Royal. All are air conditioned and include a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags. A power adapter and a flat-screen satellite TV are on offer in each room. The hotel features direct access to Osaka International Convention Centre and Keihan Nakanoshima Train Station, which offers direct train access to Kyoto in 1-hour. Universal Studios Japan is a 25-minute train ride away, while Namba and Shinsaibashi areas are within a 10-minute taxi ride away. Kansai International Airport is a 90-minute limousine bus ride from Herbis Osaka Bus Stop. The Herbis Bus Stop is a 5-minute walk away from the hotel's free shuttle bus stop. A fitness centre and indoor pool with whirlpool can be used for an extra fee. You can relax with a massage, sing karaoke or shop at the connected mall. Royal Ryuho serves Chinese dishes, and Naniwa has Teppanyaki grills. A breakfast buffet is served at Remone restaurant and Japanese dishes are an offer at Nakanoshima. Several bars and cafes are also on site.

Offering mountain views, Wakamatsuya in Zao Onsen provides accommodation, an open-air bath, a garden, a terrace, a bar and a shared lounge. This ryokan features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation offers a hot spring bath, hot tub, traditional restaurant and free WiFi. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and linens for a supplement. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. 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 Wakamatsuya will be able to enjoy activities in and around Zao Onsen, like hiking. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a car rental service, ski-to-door access and a ski pass sales point are also available on-site. Zao Onsen Ski Resort is 300 metres from the accommodation. Yamagata Airport is 35 km away.