What is a Ryokan? Ryokans are the best way to experience Japanese culture and enjoy the true comforts of Japanese hospitality and service.
Hot springs have a very long history in Japan, and they are an intimate part of Japanese culture. There are over 3,000 "onsen" ,or hot springs, in Japan. Many can be found at the ryokans available on Japanese Guest Houses.
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Best Weekend Getaways in Japan When times do not allow you to travel abroad, it's a chance to enjoy Japan more in-depth. Here we give you our suggestions for the best weekend getaways, maximum of 3 hours away from major Japanese cities. Please create an account and ask your ryokan expert for availability and other ideas. From Tokyo: Hakone is one of the finest hot spring resorts in
Best Ryokans with Gardens Staying at a ryokan is a wonderful experience. Some ryokans feature hot springs baths, some are known for the quality of their cuisine, and some ryokans are well-known for their gardens. Here is a shortlist of our favorite ryokans with gardens. If you love Japanese gardens then these are the ryokans for you. Sekitei Located between Hiroshima and Miyajima; th
Book Vegan Friendly Ryokans or Shukubos (temples) The Japanese diet is based on fish, poultry, eggs, rice,... Therefore if you are vegan you might have a hard time finding suitable meals. If you are planning to stay at a Japanese Ryokan the challenge to find a Vegan-Friendly Ryokan might soon give you a headache. So here is our shortlist of Vegan-Friendly Ryokans and Shukubos (temples). Y
