Hidden Gems • 17/07/2026 Kurokawa Onsen: The Village That Made Onsen Hopping an Art Plan a stay in Kurokawa Onsen, Kyushu’s quiet hot spring valley. Learn about ryokan choices, Nyuto Tegata onsen passes, seven spring types, access from Fukuoka and Hakata, and how to bathe like a local.
Hidden Gems • 08/07/2026 Itsukushima ryokan stays on Miyajima island for refined travellers Plan a refined stay at an Itsukushima ryokan on Miyajima island, including Itsukushima Iroha. Compare sea view and mountain view rooms, onsen-style baths, kaiseki dining, walking times from the ferry, and key tips for booking popular Miyajima inns. by Marcus O'Callaghan
Hidden Gems • 12/06/2026 Open-Air Bath Day, June 26: Where Rotenburo Celebrations Are Worth the Trip Plan a refined ryokan stay around Open-Air Bath Day, June 26. Explore Yubara Onsen, Fukushima, and top rotenburo towns, with etiquette tips and booking advice.
Hidden Gems • 21/05/2026 Tohoku's Quietest Onsen Towns: Where to Find Ryokan Japan's Tour Groups Miss Discover hidden Tohoku onsen ryokan: quiet hot spring inns in Ginzan, Nyuto, Higashiyama and more, with access tips, seasons, solo travel advice and booking guidance.
Hidden Gems • 18/05/2026 Summer 2026 Ryokan Openings: The Properties Worth Booking Before the Crowds Explore summer 2026 ryokan openings in Japan, including KAI Kusatsu, KAI Miyajima and upcoming Atona properties, with practical advice for solo onsen travelers on timing, booking and etiquette.
Market Insights • 10/05/2026 Japan's Abandoned Ryokan: The Government's Plan to Clear Onsen Ghost Towns Discover how Kinugawa Onsen and other Japanese hot spring towns are dealing with abandoned ryokan through demolition subsidies, private investment, and careful renewal, plus practical advice for travelers choosing where to stay.
An elegant guide to choosing an Arima Onsen ryokan for a refined stay Hidden Gems • 19/02/2026 An elegant guide to choosing an Arima Onsen ryokan for a refined stay Plan an elegant stay at an Arima Onsen ryokan near Kobe. Compare landmark ryokans, private onsen options, dining rituals, and booking tips for refined travelers. by Juliette Verne
Market Insights • 04/02/2026 Miyajima ryokan: refined stays and onsen experiences on the sacred island Experience the refined comfort of a miyajima ryokan on Miyajima Island. Enjoy onsen baths, kaiseki cuisine, and traditional Japanese hospitality near Itsukushima Shrine. by Juliette Verne
