THE RYOKAN COLLECTION

Access to this club lounge is included with all the suite rooms. A selection of wine, beer, and soft drinks is arranged on a self-service counter, as well as seasonal varieties of sake from local breweries like Yaoshin, whose Gangi label is one of Otani’s particular favorites. With low lighting, soft jazz, and exquisite examples of Hagi pottery dotting the shelves, the quiet space has the posh feel of a private gallery, but the friendly kimono-clad staff are happy to join you for a chat, answering questions about sparkling sake or encouraging you to partake in some of their homemade warabi mochi, for example.