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Six beautiful properties joined The Ryokan Collection in 2010. Now totaling 29 Japanese ryokan and small unique hotels, The Ryokan Collection continues to offer unforgettable experiences of Japanese traditions and the spirit of hospitality to international luxury travelers.
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Kotohira Kadan (Kotohira, Shikoku island) |
Overlooking the 400-year-old Kotohira shrine, Kotohira Kadan provides a tangible link to an illustrious past. Several sukiya-zukuri heritage villas on the premises offer both a very different accommodation experience and a unique perspective on historical lifestyles. Nearby Naoshima is one of the premium art sites in Japan, and Kotohira Kadan is the premium accommodation option in the area for art lovers visiting the area's many museums and galleries. Access: 1 hr from Takamatsu airport by car |
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Senjyuan (Tanigawa Onsen, near Tokyo) |
A relatively new establishment at 13 years old, Senjyuan offers a rich mix of old and new, in a tasteful and elegant package. Local touches give a strong sense of place amid the history and culture of the area, and the contemporary design and premium service provide a special brand of comfort and relaxation. The ryokan abounds in elegant touches that surprise and delight, making the guest realize that this is a very special place, with a unique approach to luxury. Access: 2.5 hrs from Tokyo by car |
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Takefue (Aso, Kyushu) |
Guests of Takefue arrive via one of the most beautiful roads in Japan, with breathtaking views of the mountains of central Kyushu's Mt. Aso range on one side and vast ocean vistas on the other. Takefue maintains a refined rustic style, the farm-type buildings all black beams and straw-and-plaster stucco. Interiors are likewise rustic, but with modern amenities and huge windows giving access to the lovely surrounding forest. The onsen hot springs are generated by the same geological processes that keep nearby Mt. Aso rumbling. Access: 2.5 hrs from Fukuoka by car |
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Takinoya (Noboribetsu Onsen, Hokkaido) |
Takinoya ryokan, nestled among the leafy forests of southern Hokkaido's Noboribetsu onsen resort area, is a glorious location to rest your eyes on the wonders of nature as you soak away your cares in some of the finest hot springs in Japan. The onsen baths boast five different types of water, piped in from the famous Jigokudani onsen source, with various mineral content, acidity and alkalinity to ease both body and mind. Whether you are after the healing waters of Noboribetsu onsen or the area's natural splendor, Takinoya is an excellent choice in any season. Access: 1.5 hrs from Sapporo by car |
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Villa Rakuen (Awaji Island, Near Osaka / Kobe) |
With its spectacular panoramic view of the Komoe yacht basin and the Seto Inland Sea, Villa Rakuen is a premium ryokan that bespeaks luxury. Its spacious, airy rooms and opulent bathing facilities attract onsen hot spring lovers from all over Japan. Guests can feast their senses on exquisite kaiseki ryori haute cuisine, then sit in the big open-air bath on the spacious deck, and let Villa Rakuen's friendly, professional staff serve up their individual brand of omotenashi traditional Japanese hospitality. Access: 1.5 hrs from Osaka / Kobe by car |
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Yama no Chaya (Hakone, near Tokyo) |
Yama no Chaya takes its name from "mountain teahouse," a friendly place where people can easily drop in for tea and comfort. This pretty ryokan in the mountains near the onsen hot spring town of Hakone has been a local institution for over 50 years. With a rustic atmosphere and a friendly, family-style vibe, Yama no Chaya features baths filled with water drawn from its own hot spring on the property, as well as outstanding cuisine. Access: 2 hrs from Tokyo by car |
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