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 Kameoka. Come and have a unique stay with a Japanese family.
Welcome to Fukiko Home. This is a Unique opportunity to discover the rural side of Japan, in Kameoka (near Kyoto). Fukiko will provide you a variety of experiences that only she can give. She will cook traditional Japanese dishes for you; using fresh ingredients from her organic garden. If you like; she can dress you in one of her beautiful kimonos, Fukiko likes Kimonos very much and owns a fantastic collection. You will also have a chance to meet a Maiko (a geisha in training). Fukiko wi...
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,...
