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Yahataya
- Bobata Onsen
- Fukushima
A distinguished retreat where the beauty of the mountain countryside meets the warmth of genuine hospitality.
Minami Sanriku Hotel Kanyou
- Minami Sanriku Onsen
- Miyagi
The breathtaking “infinity hot spring” creates the illusion of the ocean and the bath becoming one, offering an unforgettable panoramic view.
Bankokuya
- Atsumi Onsen
- Yamagata
purely traditional Japanese ryokan with 300 years of history, preserving the charm of a mountain village and the spirit of heartfelt hospitality.
Airinkan
- Shin-Namari Onsen
- Iwate
A renowned hot spring inn celebrated for in-room dining, authentic satoyama cuisine, and 17
Nippon no Yado Koyo
- Kaminoyama Onsen
- Yamagata
Experience heartfelt hospitality and savor cuisine that captures the spirit of Yamagata through its local landscapes, traditions, and flavors.
Yoshikawaya
- Oku-Iizaka Anabara Onsen
- Fukushima
Located along the Surikami River gorge, this inn offers breathtaking views of nature’s changing beauty through the seasons from its baths.
Tachibanaya
- Atsumi Onsen
- Yamagata
A soothing hot spring retreat embraced by lush greenery and the warmth of its people.
Hotel Hananoyu
- Bandai-Atami Onsen
- Fukushima
Enjoy 30 different bathing experiences, including a beautiful garden open-air bath and a panoramic view bath.
Hotel Mori no Kaze Oshuku
- Oshuku Onsen
- Iwate
Enjoy daily traditional performances such as taiko drumming and mochi-making events, along with a dazzling illumination display featuring 340,000 lights.
Zao Kokusai Hotel
- Zao Onsen
- Yamagata
Relax in the high-ceilinged, all-wood “Hachiemonnoyu” bathhouse and enjoy the pure waters of a natural hot spring flowing directly from the source.
Sansuiso
- Tsuchiyu Onsen
- Fukushima
A hot spring retreat featuring a beautiful 3,300-square-meter Japanese garden that changes with the seasons, panoramic public baths, and private baths for a truly relaxing stay.
Ookawaso
- Ashinomaki Onsen
- Fukushima
A breathtaking hot spring retreat where the scenic beauty of the Okawa River gorge soothes your soul and offers an escape from the everyday.
Tsurunoyu Nyutou-onsen
- Nyuto Onsen
- Akita
A secluded mountain hot spring retreat with four natural springs, each offering a different mineral-rich water.
Kami no Yama Azumaya
- Kaminoyama Onsen
- Yamagata
Located in the heart of Kaminoyama Onsen, the ryokan is within walking distance of Kaminoyama Castle and historic samurai residences. Private hot spring baths and spacious suites are also popular with guests.
Hanamaki Onsen Kashouen
- Hanamaki Onsen
- Iwate
A Memorable Stay, Created Through Genuine Japanese Hospitality.
Osawa Onsen Sansuikaku
- Sansuikaku City
- Iwate
An elegant traditional Japanese ryokan where thoughtful hospitality and graceful relaxation create an unforgettable stay.
2026 Rankings Top 100 Ryokan
Suimeikan
Gero Onsen，Gifu
Spa Resort Senkei
Tsukioka Onsen, NiigataYahataya
Bobata Onsen, Fukushima
Yunokuni Tensyo
Yamashiro Onsen, Ishikawa
Inatori Ginsuiso
Inatori Onsen, Shizuoka
Ibusuki Hakusuikan
Ibusuki Onsen, Kagoshima
Hotel Kaneyamaen
Fujisan Onsen, YamanashiBankokuya
Atsumi Onsen, Yamagata
Otanisanso
Nagato Yumoto Onsen, YamaguchiAirinkan
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.
