Top 10 Onsen Ryokan 2016: Japan edition

Photo: Takinoya

 

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Top 10 places to stay and best luxury Onsen Ryokans in Japan which have accommodated many guests in 2016. (Record of booking via this website)

Hot spring inns in the areas of Tokyo, Hokkaido and Kyoto are ranked in.
Enjoy these luxurious hot spring inns on your trip as a couple, a family or a group.

 

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.

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2. Ryotei Hanayura

Noboribetsu Onsen, Hokkaido

Enjoy Japanese ryokan hospitality and Noboribetsu hot springs.

40 min by JR Limited Express from New Chitose Airport, Sapporo.

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3. Takinoya

Noboribetsu Onsen, Hokkaido

The hot springs are the best in Hokkaido. Enjoy 4 different hot springs.

40 min by JR Limited Express from New Chitose Airport, Sapporo.

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4. 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.

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5. 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.

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6. Kozantei Ubuya

Mt. Fuji Lake Kawaguchi Onsen, Yamanashi, Tokyo suburbs

Gaze out at Mt. Fuji (Fujisan) from the open air bath. This is the most luxurious part of a trip to Japan.

105 min by bus from Shinjuku Station, Tokyo.

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7. Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku

Minakami Onsen, Gunma, Tokyo suburbs

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

75 min by JR Shinkansen from Tokyo Station.

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8. Biwako Hanakaido, Lake Biwa

Kyoto Onsen, 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 train from Kyoto Sta. 50 min by JR train from Osaka Sta.

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9. Tokinoyu Setsugetsuka

Hakone Onsen (Tokyo,Yokohama), Kanagawa, Tokyo suburbs

A hot spring resort that combines the Japanese spirit of playfulness in colorful robes and fun with matcha (Japanese tea powder) together with hot spring bathing.

87 min by Odakyu Limited Express from Shinjuku Station, Tokyo, or 34 min by Shinkansen from Tokyo Station.

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10. Jozankei Daiichi Hotel Suizantei

Jozankei Onsen (Sapporo), Hokkaido

Enjoy Japan hot spring resort in the Jozankei hot spring area, known as Sapporo’s “Okuzashiki” (inner parlor).

70 min by bus from Sapporo Station.

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