Shinjuku & Northwest Tokyo
This large outpost of the rather generic Japanese hotel chain Sunroute offers a winning combination of price and location. The comfortably modern rooms…
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Kii Peninsula
One of Kōya-san's smaller temples, with only 14 rooms, Sōji-in is also one of the most modernised: all rooms have air-conditioning, some have baths (and…
Southern Higashiyama
This modern Japanese-style inn is conveniently located in a covered pedestrian shopping arcade just south of Sanjō-dōri, about 50m from Higashiyama…
Kanazawa & the Hokuriku Coast
Sweet Daibutsu Ryokan is run by a friendly, helpful family eager to share their knowledge of Takaoka. The rambling old house is built around two Japanese…
Western Honshū
Walk out of Higashi-Hagi Station and straight into this modern hotel. The large rooms have some quirky features – the magnetic dartboard and puzzles will…
Osaka
Housed in an atmospheric old wooden rice-store building, Pax Hostel is hidden away from the buzzing neon in Shin-Sekai. Dorms have coloured wooden bunk…
Western Honshū
Satoyama has a spectacular countryside setting. The Japanese-style rooms have mountain views and strong wi-fi, though neglected shared bathrooms. The…
Takayama
Occupying a lovely hillside spot opposite Hokke-ji temple, Yamakyū is a 20-minute walk from the train station. Inside, antique-filled curio cabinets,…
Nara
This friendly, contemporary ryokan (inn) aims to please. The 11 stylish, large Japanese- and Western-style rooms have private facilities, including a…
Western Honshū
This minshuku-style lodging has no wi-fi or mod cons, but offers large, clean tatami rooms with washbasins and shared bathrooms. From Tottori Station's…
Northern Honshū (Tōhoku)
Among the many charms of this country inn is its impressive rotemburo (outdoor bath) in an isolated building surrounded by a dense thicket of trees. The…
Nagano Region
A good midrange option 1km north of Naka-Karuizawa Station, Ikoisansō offers free pick-up and drop-off at the station. Choose from Japanese-style rooms…
Okinawa & the Southwest Islands
If you're seeking something out of the ordinary, opt to stay at the singular, utterly delightful Casa de Hamaca. Run by Japanese runner and world…
Central Honshū
Atmosphere abounds here: this rustic ryokan is more than 100 years old. Its indoor and outdoor baths are absolutely delightful, as are the views. Rooms…
Kanazawa
Centrally located between JR Kanazawa Station and the sights, across the road from Ōmi-chō Market, this recently renovated hotel is an excellent choice,…
Kansai
In one of the thatched-roof homes within Kayabuki-no-sato, this three-room minshuku is traditional on the outside yet clean and modern on the inside, with…
Northern Honshū (Tōhoku)
Guesthouses where hosts and guests interact freely with each other are a rarity in Japan, which makes the childhood home of English-speaking Sato-san all…
Nara
In a 160-year-old machiya (shophouse) with a courtyard garden, this quiet, atmospheric spot beautifully integrates both traditional and contemporary…
Tokyo
One almost gets a feeling of guilty extravagance when sprawling out in the Peninsula’s vast rooms (starting at 51 sq metres). Latticed caramel woodwork,…
Northern Honshū (Tōhoku)
A lovely mama-san oversees this quaint budget guesthouse. The rooms are on the small side, but the beautiful 24-hour hinoki (cypress bath), massage chairs…
Central Honshū
Beautiful Boun offers traditional decor with elegant touches, featuring tatami rooms and common areas brightened with ikebana artwork, mossy gardens,…
Osaka
In business for nearly a century right by Dōtombori, Kaneyoshi's current (1980s) building feels a bit dated, but it's offset by eager-to-please staff,…
Fuji Five Lakes
Given its views of Fuji across the lake, this retro hotel is a steal. Rooms are smart, Western-style twins with plenty of space, and all face the lake…
Kyūshū
Opened in 2017 by a friendly former Tokyoite, this humble guesthouse across the street from Hirado's ferry port shows its Taishō-era roots in quirky…
Central Honshū
Ideally located at the foot of Tanigawa-dake, across from a lovely waterfall and nearby swimming holes, this lodge offers comfy, spacious Japanese- and…
Central Honshū
Although not much English is spoken, the kind staff at this hulking ryokan downhill from the bus station provide a warm welcome. Large but dated rooms…
Okinawa & the Southwest Islands
'Cha-bira' means 'I'm home!' in the local dialect, and anchored by a shady tree in the garden out front, this friendly place feels just like home. Its…
Shikoku
Three blocks south of the castle along Kenchō-mae Dōri is this classy multistorey hotel with luxurious onsen baths and a garden incorporating a series of…
Hiroshima
Stylish Candeo has good-sized carpeted rooms with plush beds, impressive smart TVs, spacious desks, and small bathrooms with tech touches such as anti-fog…
Ōsumi Islands
This simple and clean youth hostel doesn't offer meals, but there are several good restaurants close by. It's a 10-minute walk from Miyanoura port – turn…
Kamakura
Charming, slightly shabby and ultraconvenient, this hotel built in 1924 has both Western- and Japanese-style rooms, most of which share bathrooms. There's…
Kyūshū
Less than 500m from Aso Station, this lovely, rustic ryokan in a 300-year-old samurai house has modern touches and a tree-lined setting. Its 12 rooms have…
Fukuoka
Location, location and location are reasons enough to stay here in trendy Daimyō, and this hotel gives you easy access from business-hotel-size rooms that…
Hokkaidō
This is a cosy place in Rausu Onsen, just a few kilometres inland on the road to Utoro. The Japanese-style rooms with private facilities are spacious,…
Shibuya & Shimo-Kitazawa
Reasonably priced and with more personality than the average business hotel, the Granbell is a popular pick. There's a big variety of rooms, with…
Shinjuku & Northwest Tokyo
Kimi Ryokan has been a traveller favourite for decades and it's easy to see why: the tatami rooms and shared bathrooms (including a Japanese cypress bath…
Nagano Region
This massive hotel is a good option if you're roving by rental car: it is right beside the highway's Nagano exit (9km from Nagano Station), has a huge,…
Around Tokyo
Right smack across from the Narita-san complex, this ryokan is a great choice for a last night preflight. Though aspects of its public spaces could use…
Okinawa & the Southwest Islands
The genial, English-speaking Hiro presides over this laid-back spot where young neighbours and friends cruise in to hang out. Accommodation is available…
Central Honshū
Along a road that ascends from Rte 475, Nonohana Sansō opened its doors in 2010. All tatami guest rooms are traditionally styled and have private…
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