A ryokan contrasts a typical hotel in many ways. These traditional Japanese inns were first constructed around the 15th century, alongside the country’s highways. The hotel saw its beginnings in the early 20th century. A ryokan is usually located in the midst of scenic landscapes, contrary to the setting of any typical hotel which favors […]
Western Hotel or Japanese Ryokan Experience?
Most cities in Japan have a mix of typical hotels and ryokan. To experience as much as possible of their traditional culture, you could book into a ryokan. That’s if you can afford it, as they tend to appear more expensive than the hotels. Bear in mind though, that a ryokan room booking will normally […]
Experience True Japanese Accommodation, Stay at a Traditional Ryokan
A trip to Japan should be more than just another vacation – it should be an exciting and authentic adventure. One of the chief advantages of traveling is the ability to immerse oneself in the local culture and meet people from many different walks of life. Travel is as much of a learning experience as […]
A Memory of Kyoto
It’s often that chance encounters, the unplanned events, linger, long after the excursions and the sights of a particular trip have faded. It was in 1998 when my wife and I visited central Japan, basing ourselves in Kyoto, having availed ourselves of cheap flights from Bandar Seri Begawan, courtesy of Royal Brunei. I can place […]
Ryokan, Japan – One of the Best Possible Travel Destinations
Japan has always been one of the top tourist destinations in Asia. Tourists want to revisit the country’s historic past and experience its rich culture. They would also want to check on the country’s diverse natural resources and have a taste of Japanese cuisines. The country boasts of several key cities and towns. There’s definitely […]