“Like a little meditation?” I venture. “Exactly,” he replies, emphatically, validating our shared moment of mindfulness.

Some of the things I would be looking for: "cheeseburger... Creative ways for hotels to be kid-friendlyA London-based consultancy, known as Wanderland, is hoping to shake up the hospitality space ...

In Japan, the cool autumn and winter months are perfect not only for savoring seasonal dishes but also for enjoying a warm, ...

This will mark the first time a Japanese hotel company opens a traditional ryokan inn featuring hot spring baths in the United States, according to the company’s announcement on Oct. 17.

The ryokan, which Hoshino Resorts says will be the first of its kind in the U.S., will have as many as 40 guest rooms and is planned to open in 2028. Japanese hotel companies previously tried ...

According to hotel general manager Fukuo Tamagawa, 65, the floating stage has been in place since the ryokan opened in 1989, used to welcome guests with samisen performances. "Honestly ...

No, Negiya Traditional Japanese Spa Ryokan doesn't have a restaurant. If you're looking for a hotel that does, start your search and simply filter by 'Restaurant' under 'Amenities' in the search ...

They’re surprisingly comfortable, and a crab and onsen-fueled coma sleep begins. And lasts all night. Our ryokan experience was fabulous, we slept really well. But would we sleep as well in a capsule ...

There is also a private open-air onsen available by reservation. Families looking for a traditional ryokan experience will want to choose either a Japanese-style suite (for up to 7 people) or standard ...