Tomoko Kato·4d agoWhy Do Japanese Ryokans Have Set Dinner Times?As someone who loves traveling freely, I discovered an unexpected kind of hospitality in the carefully planned evenings of Japanese inns.
Japan in the Details·5d agoHotel vs. Ryokan in Japan: Which Should You Book for Your First Trip?From sleeping arrangements and traditional meals to prices and location, discover which type of stay fits your Japan trip best.A response icon1
Masahiro from NAGANO·Nov 3Utsukushigahara Onsen: Matsumoto’s 1,300-Year-Old Hot SpringOnce the private retreat of Matsumoto’s lords, this quiet spa town sits just outside the city, at the foot of the mountains.
Japan in the Details·Oct 23Wait… Where’s the Bed? The Little Surprises of Staying at a Japanese RyokanThe little moments of wonder, confusion, and unexpected charm that can make your first ryokan stay unforgettable.
Mamishito·Sep 29Like Goshuin, but at a Ryokan: What Is Omoide-cho?A former ryokan worker explains how guests can have their own notebook turned into a keepsake of their stay
