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.
Located in the center of Japan, Gifu Prefecture is a mountainous, rugged area full of beautiful forests and rushing rivers. There are a lot of picturesque and historical places to visit here such as Takayama (the little Kyoto of the Japan Alps) and Shirakawago (traditional Japanese farmhouses and Ogimachi, a World Cultural and Heritage site), and Gero Onsen (one of the top hot spring areas in Gifu). Gifu Prefecture is a must for any visitor who wishes to see some of the prettiest places in the Japanese countryside.
Welcome to Yatsusankan. This Traditional Ryokan is a very old ryokan, originally built over 140 years ago during Japan's Edo Period. The owners have worked hard over the years to maintain the Edo-style look of the buildings as much as possible. There are 3 main buildings at Yatsusankan Ryokan - the Honkan, the Bekkan, and the Kangetsuso. 24 traditional Japanese-style rooms are available at Yatsusan Ryokan, and each room is designed differently to maintain the ryokan's uniqueness. Addition...
Welcome to Omuraya. This recently renovated Minshuku is conveniently located in front of JR Furukawa train station. There are 5 Japanese-style rooms at Omuraya, and the owners serve home-style Japanese cooking to their guests. Please Note: This ryokan is not located in Takayama; it is in Hida-Furukawa, 20-30 minutes away by train.
