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.
Arima Onsen (Arima Hot Springs) is located in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture and it is one of the oldest hot spring areas in Japan. Located on the northern slopes of Mount Rokko, Arima Hot Springs is full of expensive hotels, souvenir shops, and resorts. It is a very good destination for a first introduction to a hot spring resort.
Welcome to Taketoritei. The popular Japanese television station "Asahi" voted Taketoritei number 37 of the top 100 hot spring ryokans in Japan. This Luxurious Ryokan has 27 traditional Japanese-style rooms, and each guest room has its own particular style. Taketoritei has 2 shared outdoor hot spring baths for both women and men, and there is a shared indoor hot spring bath (same gender only). Two of the rooms also have their own private hot spring bath. Taketoritei also offers a "family b...
Welcome to Arima Gyoen. Located in the hot spring resort of Arima Onsen (Arima Hot Spring), this large Ryokan Hotel has 80 guest rooms and most of the guest rooms are Japanese-style. All of the rooms have their own private baths and toilets. There are shared indoor and outdoor hot spring baths for both women and men (same gender only) at Arima Gyoen. The men's indoor hot spring baths are located on the 7th floor of Arima Gyoen, and they can accommodate up to 80 bathers. The women's indoor...
Welcome to Kosenkaku. This 3 story hot spring Luxurious Ryokan has 47 Japanese-style rooms, and 31 of the rooms have their own private baths and toilets. There are shared indoor hot spring baths at Kosenkaku for both women and men (same gender only). The hot spring rock baths are open from 14:00 to 23:00 and from 6:00 am to 10:00. The main hot springs are open from 15:30 to midnight and from 5:30 am to 14:00. Saunas and a swimming pool are also available. Traditional Japanese-style meals ...
Welcome to Ginsuiso Bekkan Choraku. This Luxurious Ryokan has a number of gorgeous indoor and outdoor baths available for guests to use. There are Japanese as well as combined Japanese-Western style rooms available. Fresh, seasonal cuisine is served to guests at Ginsuiso Bekkan Choraku. Check-in time is after 14:00 and check-out time is before 11:00 am.
Welcome to Gekkoen Yugetsusanso. This modern ryokan gives a chance to enjoy the famous Arima hot spring water. Gekkoen Yugetsusanso has 9 different hot spring baths. Gekkoen Yugetsusanso will also surprise your mouth with seasonal dishes. There are 40 guest's rooms at Gekkoen Yugetsusanso.
