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Hotel Sakurai
- Kusatsu Onsen
- Gunma
A renowned hot spring inn boasting one of the largest source-fed public baths and open-air baths in the resort area.
Nikko Senhime Monogatari
- Nikko Onsen
- Tochigi
A traditional Japanese ryokan just a 5-minute walk from Nikko Toshogu Shrine, welcoming guests with seasonal kaiseki cuisine.
Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Matsunoi
- Minakami Onsen
- Gunma
A popular hot spring inn known for its beautiful garden open-air bath and all-you-can-eat tuna sushi.
Kichimu
- Kominato Onsen
- Chiba
Enjoy a breathtaking open-air “sky bath” 35 meters above the ground, along with the finest fresh seafood from the sea.
Kinugawa Grand Hotel Yume no Toki
- Kinugawa Onsen
- Tochigi
A graceful and tranquil hotel centered around a beautiful Japanese garden featuring a cascading waterfall.
Asaya Hotel
- Kinugawa Onsen
- Tochigi
Established 130 years ago, this is the oldest ryokan in Kinugawa Onsen, carrying on a proud tradition of Japanese hospitality.
Sarugakyou Hotel
- Sarugakyo Onsen
- Gunma
A unique ryokan offering traditional mochi-making experiences, rejuvenating natural hot springs, and exquisite kaiseki cuisine featuring homemade tofu
Itsuura Kanko Hotel Bekkan Daikanso
- Izura Onsen
- Ibaraki
A seaside retreat cherished by Japanese painter Taikan Yokoyama, featuring breathtaking views of the ocean and pine groves, along with natural hot springs flowing directly from the source.
Fukuichi
- Ikaho Onsen
- Gunma
Established over 440 years ago, this historic ryokan stands at the top of the famous stone steps and is one of the few inns offering both the Kogane-no-Yu (Golden Hot Spring) and Shirogane-no-Yu (Silver Hot Spring).
Oarai Hotel
- Oarai Onsen
- Ibaraki
A seaside hotel with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean stretching out before you.
Gora Hanaougi
- Gora Onsen
- Kanagawa
A luxury ryokan in Hakone Gora, where every room features a private open-air bath fed by the hotel’s own natural hot spring source.
Hotel Kajikaso
- Hakone Yumoto Onsen
- Kanagawa
A modern Japanese ryokan conveniently located near the station, featuring spacious guest rooms, a welcoming lobby, and exceptional cuisine.
Naraya
- Kusatsu Onsen
- Gunma
A prestigious historic ryokan established over 140 years ago, offering a refined hot spring experience.
Onsen Ryokan Yamaki
- Nasushiobara Onsen
- Tochigi
An intimate modern architectural retreat with just eight rooms, where you can experience the charm of rural Japan, abundant nature, and soothing hot springs.
Nikko Jyuan
- Kawaji Onsen
- Tochigi
Experience pure hot spring waters directly from the source and traditional Japanese cuisine lovingly prepared by hand.
Keisetsu no Yado Syoubun
- Minakami Onsen
- Gunma
A rustic countryside inn renowned for its Yamabito cuisine, a mountain-inspired feast that captures the bounty of the land.
Kamogawa Grand Hotel
- Kamogawa Onsen Area
- Chiba
A Resort Hotel Ideally Located for Visiting Kamogawa Sea World and the Attractions of Minamiboso.
2026 Rankings Top 100 Ryokan
Suimeikan
Gero Onsen，Gifu
Spa Resort Senkei
Tsukioka Onsen, Niigata
Yahataya
Bobata Onsen, Fukushima
Yunokuni Tensyo
Yamashiro Onsen, Ishikawa
Inatori Ginsuiso
Inatori Onsen, Shizuoka
Ibusuki Hakusuikan
Ibusuki Onsen, Kagoshima
Hotel Kaneyamaen
Fujisan Onsen, Yamanashi
Bankokuya
Atsumi Onsen, Yamagata
Otanisanso
Nagato Yumoto Onsen, Yamaguchi
Airinkan
Shin-Namari Onsen, IwateAbout Japan’s Top 100 Hotels and Ryokan Selected by Travel Professionalsabout
This is Japan's longest-running ranking of hotels and traditional ryokan.
There are approximately 40,000 ryokan across Japan.
Once a year, we publish the rankings based on a survey of approximately 14,000 travel agencies throughout Japan.
In recent years, overseas travel agencies have also begun offering tours that include stays at properties featured in the Top 100 Ryokan.
These tours introduce travelers from around the world to the distinctive appeal of hot-spring ryokan, offering an experience different from city hotels in Tokyo, Osaka, and elsewhere.
