Ryokan Stay in Kinosaki
A purely Japanese cultural experience
More than just a hotel
A ryokan, a traditional Japanese style inn, is more than just a hotel and a place to sleep. Ryokan are a way to experience pure Japanese tradition, lifestyle, and hospitality.
There are over 74 ryokan in Kinosaki Onsen ranging in size and price, making it easy to find one to fit your needs and budget.
Many of the ryokan have been family-owned for generations. Each one values the importance of Japanese tradition and takes pride in sharing these traditions with their guests.
Accommodations with a taste of Japanese lifestyle
The traditional ryokan rooms are known for being beautifully simple and elegant. The floors are covered with tatami mats and furnished with a low table and floor cushions for seating.
This style is the same one that you will find in traditional Japanese family homes. Like ryokan, some modern homes still have a room dedicated to this style.
You will also notice that some rooms do not have a clock; this is so that guests won’t worry about the time and instead focus on relaxing during their stay.
A look at a typical stay in a Kinosaki Onsen ryokan
Ryokan of Kinosaki
Kinosaki Onsen, like Kyoto, maintains a strong sense of culture and tradition when it comes to their buildings. Lining the main streets and tucked away along on the mountainside backstreets are beautiful ryokan with classic architecture. Almost all of the ryokan in Kinosaki Onsen are locally owned and operated.
When staying in Kinosaki Onsen, guests should stay in one of these charming ryokan if they are looking for the ultimate cultural immersion. From the tatami flooring and futon bedding to the yukata and lavish kaiseki meals, every part of a ryokan stay is a cultural experience.
Ryokan kaiseki dinners
At first glance, the price of a ryokan can be intimidating. What one has to keep in mind is that a lavish and carefully planned kaiseki dinner is almost always included in this price. Kaiseki (a traditional, multi-course dinner) is a common highlight of a ryokan stay.
Kinosaki Onsen is surrounded by lush mountains and bountiful agriculture, and bordered by the Sea of Japan. Its location creates a rich menu for the ryokan, filled with fresh, locally-grown ingredients obtained daily. Each season brings new ingredients and a new menu.
For those with dietary restrictions or allergies, please notify your ryokan when you make your reservation. While vegetarian and other special meals may not be listed, a ryokan may be able to create a special menu to accommodate your needs.
