Top 10 Onsen Ryokans 2018: Japan Edition

Photo:  Arashiyama, Kyoto Onsen

Here is the list of onsen ryokans with the greatest numbers of bookings throughout the whole country of Japan at our website in 2018. Please use this list as a reference when you try to pick up your favourite onsen ryokan, if you haven’t decided which area to visit.

This website is dedicated to the best onsen ryokans in Japan, and intoduces about 500 onsen ryokans with different special features throughout the country. You can compare mulltiple booking sites to make reservations of the best onsen ryokans here.
This website provides particularly detailed information about ryokans providing rooms with private open-air baths (rotenburo), as well as ryokans with rental hot spring baths (outside guest rooms) for private use. If you are concerned about privacy and want to have unique hot spring experience with someone special in a relaxed manner, this site is the best place to find the perfect onsen ryokan for you.

 

 

1. Konanso

Mt. Fuji Lake Kawaguchi Onsen, Yamanashi, Tokyo suburbs

The view of Mount Fuji (Fujisan) from spots such as the private open-air hot spring baths and the guest rooms is magnificent. Standing next to Lake Kawaguchi (Fuji five lakes).

105 min by bus from Shinjuku Station (Tokyo) to Kawaguchiko Station.

Konansou

2. Wakakusa no Yado Maruei

Mt. Fuji Lake Kawaguchi Onsen, Yamanashi, Tokyo suburbs

The view of Mount Fuji (Fujisan) can be enjoyed from the guest rooms with open-air baths and private hot spring baths. The view of the lake from the open-air baths is beautiful. Standing next to Lake Kawaguchi (Fuji five lakes).

105 min by bus from Shinjuku Station (Tokyo) to Kawaguchiko Station.

Wakakusa no Yado Maruei

3. Biwako Hanakaido, Lake Biwa

Kyoto Onsen, Shiga (Lake Biwa, Ogoto), Osaka Kyoto Kansai Region

An inn looking out on Lake Biwa not far from Kyoto. A beautiful view from high up in the hills.

20 min by JR Line from Kyoto Station to Ogoto-onsen Station.

Biwako Hanakaido

4. Kukuna

Mt. Fuji Lake Kawaguchi Onsen, Yamanashi, Tokyo suburbs

The view of Mount Fuji (Fujisan) from spots such as the private open-air hot spring baths and the guest rooms is magnificent. An inn with a resort-like atmosphere. Standing next to Lake Kawaguchi (Fuji five lakes).

105 min by bus from Shinjuku Station (Tokyo) to Kawaguchiko Station.

Kukuna

5. Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku

Minakami Tanigawa Onsen, Gunma, Tokyo suburbs

A Gunma hidden bath. Enjoy an expansive open air bathing area along the clear waters of Takara River.

1h 15 min by JR Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Jomo-Kogen Station.

Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku

6. Biwako Ryokusuitei, Lake Biwa

Kyoto Onsen, Shiga (Lake Biwa, Ogoto), Osaka Kyoto Kansai Region

An inn looking out on Lake Biwa not far from Kyoto. Twenty-four rooms that come with open-air baths.

20 min by JR Line from Kyoto Station to Ogoto-onsen Station.

Biwako Ryokusuitei, Lake Biwa

7. Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso

Kyoto Onsen, Shiga (Lake Biwa, Ogoto), Osaka Kyoto Kansai Region

An inn looking out on Lake Biwa not far from Kyoto. Fifty-one rooms that come with open-air baths.

20 min by JR Line from Kyoto Station to Ogoto-onsen Station.

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso

8. Ryotei Hanayura

Noboribetsu Onsen, Hokkaido

Enjoy Japanese ryokan hospitality and Noboribetsu hot springs.

40 min by JR Limited Express from New Chitose Airport (Sapporo) to Noboribetsu Station.

Ryotei Hanayura

 

9. Bessho Sasa

Mt. Fuji Lake Kawaguchi Onsen, Yamanashi, Tokyo suburbs

All rooms come with open-air baths that command a view of Mount Fuji. The unobstructed view of Mount Fuji from the public bath is also stunning.

105 min by bus from Shinjuku Station (Tokyo) to Kawaguchiko Station.

Bessho Sasa

10. Hotel Kaneyamaen

Mt. Fuji Lake Kawaguchi Onsen, Yamanashi, Tokyo suburbs

Entensive garden space with a unique Japanese ambiance and a view of Mt. Fuji (Fujisan) are our calling cards. The largest hot spring resort in the Fuji Five Lakes area.

105 min by bus from Shinjuku Station (Tokyo) to Kawaguchiko Station.

Hotel Kaneyamaen

 

 

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