It may not be the only reason, but part of the plan is that green tea and wagashi will help keep you safe during your stay.
inns
The inn is actually an upgraded traditional Japanese house that’s continuously served as a residence for officials for more than 400 years.
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You can practically taste the nostalgia permeating this Taisho-era ryokan in Kagoshima Prefecture.
Thanks to several items outfitted with self-parking systems, we get a glimpse into the future of Japanese hospitality.
TripAdvisor releases its rankings of the top 10 places to experience traditional Japanese accommodations during your stay in the country.
If you’ve stayed at a traditional Japanese inn with your partner, chances are you’ve experienced this custom before.
Clean, new and with lots of available extras, this is a fantastic option for savvy travellers.
Now you don’t have to stay overnight to enjoy this awesome hotel’s all-natural onsen baths.
With an “Outside-in” room and a bath lit by fibre optics, this is one of Japan’s most unique places to stay.
Before bathing? After bathing? As soon as you arrive? Or not at all? Find out when most people usually change into yukata when staying at a ryokan.
The mysterious guesthouse is so unique it has a slew of repeat guests who have fallen in love with its rustic charms.
Japanese visitors are falling in love with the gorgeous gardens and traditional rooms at this atmospheric inn.
As you’re probably aware, Japan has quite the lengthy history, stretching back thousands of years. And, as with any civilization, ancient Japan had need of commerce, which lead to the establishment of some of the oldest companies in the world.
Today, we bring you a list of our 10 favorite ancient Japanese companies. From sake to mountain-side inns to Buddhist temple construction companies, there’s something here for everyone!