Ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn that offers guests a unique and immersive experience of Japanese culture and hospitality. These establishments have a long history and are known for their warm ...

It's beginning to snow as my train nears the small town of Kinosaki Onsen, lending an ethereal veneer to the hills north-west of Kyoto. Arriving at the station, I can see the steamy breath of several ...

In Japan, the epitome of chilling out is having a soak in an inn’s hot springs – and The Ryokan Collection is a good place to start, with over 47 luxury ryokans across the nation From snowy Hokkaido ...

Part of the experience of staying in a ryokan, a traditional Japanese guesthouse, is the relief you’ll feel as soon as you walk in the door. It’s a mindset shift, the opportunity to fully switch to a ...

The picturesque town of Shibu Onsen in Nagano prefecture is the perfect balm for a busy visit to Japan. It’s traditional, quaint, and a glorious place to explore several uniquely Japanese experiences.

The Tohoku region of Japan is synonymous with the great 17 th-century writer Matsuo Basho — whose journey into the north of his country was recorded in his masterpiece, The Narrow Road to the Deep ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Certain kinds of accommodation offer a window into the national soul. Step onto the flagstones of an ancient English inn, into the ...

MINAMICHITA, Japan & GAMAGORI, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kaiei Ryokans started offering 2-day sightseeing accommodation plans. A private car with a driver will take you to your favorite spots and hidden ...

Tucked deep in the mountains of Japan’s Yamanashi prefecture, the Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan has tatami floors, kimono-sporting staff and signs in handwritten calligraphy. It feels like time has stood ...