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.
Welcome to Nonomura Family Homestay. This is the perfect option if you want to have contact with a Japanese family. You will discover the rural side of Kyoto. Their house is located in a tiny village facing rice fields. They are proud of their sumptuous Sukiyaki prepare with premium Japanese beef. While guests are staying in the modern building, it's possible to have dinner in the Honkan (main old building) upon request. In the modern building, guests would have their own kitchen, bathro...
Welcome to Bishamon House. Tsuzumi and her husband own this beautiful house. Tsuzumi studied in Italy after graduated from Osaka University. While staying in Italy she met her future husband Christian. They have moved back to her hometown, Kameoka with two kids, and bought a Japanese traditional house (about 150 years old), and renovated it. They have finally started a home stay business in 2018. They were also involved to tourism industry in Firenze for quite a while. As she is Japanese,...
Please note: Ginka is just a 5 minute ride away from Kinosaki Onsen station.
Welcome to Ginka. This ryokan features all components for a fantastic stay; Japanese style rooms (with tatami mats floor), natural hot spring baths and Japanese cuisine. Ginka is just a 5 minute ride away from Kinosaki Onsen station. From the outdoor bath, guests can relax with views of Maruyama river. Ginka offers several types of natural hot springs including Japanese cypress bath. There are 18 ...
Welcome to Taenoyu. Situated deep in the mountains of Nyuto in the Akita Prefecture, there is a stretch of onsens. Their views are breathtaking and simply put, each one is a little slice of hidden paradise. Taenoyu opened its business in 1953. There are 17 rooms. They are especially proud of their regional cuisine.
Welcome to Kuroyu Onsen. This fantastic ryokan is ONLY open between mid April to mid November. It was first established about 350 years ago. There are 16 guest rooms at Kuroyu Onsen. The owner of Kuroyu Onsen is especially proud of the local food the provide.
