THE RYOKAN COLLECTION

Kifu-no-sato's most popular suites are those with rotemburo open-air baths. Some of these are lovely Shigaraki yaki - huge and round, bathing in them is like soaking in a huge teacup. Others are big, square wooden tubs, equally comfortable. The ground-floor rotemburo suites have an attached garden; the top-floor ones are perfect for soaking and gazing at the stars. These rooms accommodate up to five guests.