Ryokans

A traditional room at a Ryokan - daytime set up

Staying in a Ryokan – What to Expect

Terry O'Brien

One of the best ways to experience traditional Japanese culture is to stay in a ryokan. Ryokans can vary from tiny houses with two or three rooms to large complexes that resemble a modern hotel. Find out what to expect here.

Bath at Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu | © Maarten1979 via Flickr

10 Great Ryokans in Tokyo

Jenny

While many associate Tokyo with high rise modern hotels, you can still find old fashioned Japanese hospitality at the ryokans in the city. They're a great way to see a different side of Tokyo; here's 10 of our favourites.

One of the many courses in an evening meal at a Ryokan

Ryokan Dinners – Kaiseki Ryori

Jenny

In many ryokans you will be served a style of food known as kaiseki ryori for dinner. This is an extravagant multi-course meal with a focus on local and seasonal ingredients.