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Spa Resort Senkei
- Tsukioka Onsen
- Niigata
Nestled in Tsukioka Onsen, renowned for its skin-beautifying waters, this inn takes pride in its impeccable hospitality and attentive service.
Yunokuni Tensyo
- Yamashiro Onsen
- Ishikawa
Fed by its own private hot spring source, the inn invites you to enjoy "Three Baths, Eighteen Soaks in One Stay" across three distinctive public bathhouses featuring a total of 18 unique baths.
Ikenotaira Hotel
- Ikenotaira Onsen
- Ngagano
A comprehensive resort facility located on the shores of Lake Shirakaba in Chino City, Nagano Prefecture.
Rako Hananoi Hotel
- Kamisuwa Onsen
- Ngagano
Featuring open-air baths overlooking Lake Suwa and unique local sake baths.
Sanyaso-no-Yado Futarishizuka
- Hayataro Onsen
- Ngagano
Enjoy breathtaking Alpine views and an open-air garden bath surrounded by a sense of freedom and tranquility.
Hotel Seifuen
- Tsukioka Onsen
- Niigata
Enjoy a true bathing experience with four large public baths, twelve bathing pools in total, including six open-air baths for both men and women.
Yurui no Yado Keizan
- Hirugami Onsen
- Ngagano
A tranquil ryokan where you can enjoy the warmth of natural hot springs and the flavors of mountain delicacies.
Izumiya
- Yomogihira Onsen
- Niigata
A ryokan where you can enjoy silky-smooth hot spring waters and a snow-viewing open-air bath surrounded by winter beauty.
Kamikochi Hotel Shirakabaso
- Kamikochi
- Ngagano
A beautifully renovated hotel offering stunning panoramic views and a memorable stay.
Tateyama Prince Hotel
- Omachi Onsen Kyo
- Ngagano
A grand hot spring ryokan in Nagano Prefecture, ideally located as a base for exploring the Kurobe Dam, Azumino, and the scenic wonders of Shinshu.
Tateshina Shinyu
- Tateshina Onsen
- Ngagano
Discover quiet elegance at a one-of-a-kind valley ryokan, where generations of writers found inspiration and peace.
Rurikoh
- Yamashiro Onsen
- Ishikawa
Discover a refined retreat where timeless tradition meets contemporary comfort, embracing the spirit of Kaga with heartfelt hospitality.
Ryokusuitei Keisui
- Omachi Onsen Kyo
- Ngagano
Located just 20 minutes from the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, this resort is also ideal for enjoying winter skiing in Hakuba Valley.
Omaki Spa Kanko Ryokan
- Omaki Onsen
- Toyama
A Secluded Retreat Accessible Only by Boat.
Shinshu Kamisuwa Onsen Suwa Bettei Suhaku
- Kamisuwa Onsen
- Ngagano
Enjoy the only two distinct hot spring sources in Kamisuwa Onsen, “Aka-no-Yu” and “Shiro-no-Yu,” at our top-floor grand bath and open-air bath.
Kaga-hyakumanngoku
- Yamashiro Onsen
- Ishikawa
A charming ryokan renowned for its own natural hot spring source and a traditional strolling garden, where the beauty of the seasons creates an enchanting atmosphere.
Yoshidaya Sannoukaku
- Yamashiro Onsen
- Ishikawa
Enjoy a renewed hot spring experience with private open-air bath rooms, a beautifully updated bathing area, and sauna facilities.
Hotel Marusanso
- Tokura Kamiyamada Onsen
- Nagono
A Journey Through Four Distinctive Hot Springs.
Kamisuwa Onsen Shinyu
- Kamisuwa Onsen
- Ngagano
A modern folk-inspired ryokan featuring authentic natural hot springs flowing directly from the source.
Yudanaka Yumoto
- Shibu Onsen
- Ngagano
A hot spring inn offering natural hot spring waters flowing directly from the source. The third Tuesday of every month is Pink Ribbon Day.
2026 Rankings Top 100 Ryokan
Suimeikan
Gero Onsen，GifuSpa Resort Senkei
Tsukioka Onsen, Niigata
Yahataya
Bobata Onsen, FukushimaYunokuni 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.
