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3 New Ryokan-Inspired Hotels In Japan You’ll Love

From a hidden hot spring in bustling Tokyo to a ryokan with onsen (public hot spring bathhouse) near UNESCO World Heritage sites, these new hotels in Japan bring you traditional experiences in contemporary settings.

by SHWETA PARIDA  /   September 12, 2016

From a hidden hot spring in bustling Tokyo to a ryokan with onsen (public hot spring bathhouse) near UNESCO World Heritage sites, these new hotels in Japan bring you traditional experiences in contemporary settings.

Along the way, discover Kyoto’s off-the-beaten-track sights, Tokyo’s hidden haunts and the breathtaking beauty of Ise-Shima National Park, all with an unforgettable dose of amazing food, wellness and local culture.

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3 New Ryokan-Inspired Hotels In Japan You'll Love
#1: Noku in Kyoto
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Kyoto was the capital of imperial Japan 1,200 years ago. Although the official capital is now Tokyo, the former city has established itself as the country’s cultural hub, and is home to many UNESCO World Heritage sites. Explore the traditional city while staying in a modern space at the new Noku Kyoto boutique hotel. A five-minute walk from the Kyoto Imperial Palace, the property has teamed up with Sumiya Kiho-an Hotel, a traditional Japanese ryokan a 40-minute drive away. After a city break, guests who book the onsen package will be transported to Sumiya Kiho-An, where they can enjoy both the public and private bathhouses. Post onsen, you can savour a kaiseki-style lunch.

See: 5 cool cities in Japan you need to visit

#2: Amanemu in Shima-shi
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Overlooking Ago Bay, the latest property by the Aman group is set within Ise-Shima National Park in the south-western part of Honshu island. Many of Japan’s ancient pilgrimage routes and shrines are located nearby, including the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Kumano Kodo trails. The hotel houses nutrient-rich hot springs that are set within serene natural surroundings.

#3: Hoshinoya in Tokyo
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Tokyo, one of the buzziest cities in the world, has no dearth of luxury hotels. But the latest entrant, Hoshinoya (above), effortlessly combines traditional and contemporary influences in its downtown property. Each of its 17 floors are, in fact, ryokans – traditional Japanese guesthouses – except at this property, the interiors and facilities are understated and modern. The best-kept secret at this city hotel is its hidden natural hot spring, which was discovered in 2014. Apparently, a dip in its alkaline waters reduces fatigue and has revitalising effects. The hotel also offers gourmet dining and a walking tour guided by a local culture historian to ancient sights and monuments in Tokyo.

An adapted version first appeared in Silverkris.

Like this? See quirky hotels in Kyoto, Japan.

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