Tag: ryokan
Tocen Goshoboh: Luxury and Provenance in Arima Onsen
When it comes to accommodation in Arima Onsen, you’ll find a range of options from dormitory to grandeur and all in between. Back in the 12th century, the town was a religious pilgrimage area with a number of inns, some of which...
A Tokyo Ryokan Where You Can Bathe Under City Lights: Cyashitsu Ryokan
Tokyo's duality is one of its many charms; that intersection of ancient history, cutting edge technology and foreign influences. This unique blend creates such a vast and varied range of attractions and experiences, making a visit here so interesting. When it comes...
Why you should visit Jigokudani (Hell Valley) in Noboribetsu Onsen
Twenty thousand years ago, the eruption of Hokkaido’s Mt. Hiyoriyama changed the surrounding landscape forever. The force of it rippled for kilometres to form an eerie, steaming volcanic zone with hissing geysers and a thick sulphurous odour....
Looking for an Overnight Trip from Tokyo? Our Guide to Lake Kawaguchiko
While many of Tokyo’s visitors flock to Hakone, Lake Kawaguchiko to its North is a true gem. With its bevvy of cosy hot-spring inns, art museums, and cultural activities, it’s the perfect overnight trip from Tokyo. Most importantly, it’s the best place...