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.
Wakayama Prefecture is located in the southern part of the Kansai area, and it includes a number of wonderful natural and historical attractions for visitors. In Yoshino-Kumano National Park sit the rugged and picturesque "Three Mountain Shrines of Kumano" - Mount Hongu, Mount Nachi, and Mount Shingu. The belief in the mystic powers of these mountains has flourished throughout the years. The Nachi River runs through this area and it is comprised of 48 waterfalls including Nachi Falls which is regarded as one of the most beautiful in Japan. One of Japan's holiest mountains is also located in Wakayama Prefecture - Mount Koya. In 816AD the Buddhist monk Kobo Daishi established the first temple on Mount Koya and over the years the temple complex has grown to over 100 temples. Wakayama Prefecture is also full of hot springs both along the coast and inland. The two most popular hot spring areas are Shirahama which is along the western coast and further south, Katsuura.
Welcome to the Hotel Seamore. This very large Ryokan Hotel is located right on the seaside in the popular resort area of Shirahama. There are 164 guest rooms in the Hotel Seamore, and almost half are Japanese-style rooms. All guest rooms have their own private bath and toilet. There are 2 indoor hot spring baths for women and 2 indoor hot spring baths for men (same gender only). The indoor hot spring baths are open 24 hours a day. There are also 5 outdoor hot spring baths for women and 7 ...
Welcome to Shirahamakan. This Ryokan Hotel has 53 Japanese-style rooms, and each guest room has its own private bath and toilet. The 14 deluxe rooms at Shirahamakan have their own bath and toilet as well as a private hot spring bath. There are indoor and outdoor shared hot spring baths for both women and men (same gender only). The women’s indoor hot spring rock bath is located on the 1st floor of Shirahamakan’s “bekkan”, and it can hold up to 20 bathers. The men’s indoor hot sp...
Welcome to Yanagiya. This Ryokan Hotel has 24 Japanese-style, 12 combined Japanese and Western style rooms, and 20 Western style guest rooms. All guest rooms have their own private bath and toilet as well as an ocean view. There are indoor and outdoor hot spring baths for both women and men (same gender only), and there is also a "family bath" which can be privately reserved. Please ask at the front desk for details when checking in. Traditional Japanese-style cuisine is served to the gue...
Welcome to Shirahama seaside Hotel. Shirahama seaside Hotel looks into Tanabe Bay. Large bath is available for 24 hours. This resort hotel has 3 Karaoke rooms. There are 90 rooms at Shirahama seaside Hotel.
Welcome to Kisyu Shirahama Onsen Musashi. This ryokan hotel provides hot spring baths and excellent seafood. There are 178 rooms at Kisyu Shirahama Onsen Musashi.
