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Japanese Guest Houses - Japanese Ryokan Reservation Service

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A typical ryokan is an old-fashion Japanese-style inn. Like a Western-style inn, maintaining the special, traditional atmosphere and appearance is more important than providing the latest modern convenience for the guests. A ryokan is for travelers who wish to experience traditional Japanese culture and enjoy the comforts of old-fashion Japanese hospitality and service.

Ryokans have been a part of Japanese culture for centuries. Some of the earliest ryokans were (and some still are) located on the Tokai Highway which connected the capital city of Tokyo and the Imperial Palace in Kyoto. It was a very busy highway as samurai, traders, and others made their way between the two most popular destinations in the country. Ryokans were built to welcome these weary travelers who needed to rest before continuing on their long journey. Some ryokans were very simple and offered extra rooms in their homes for travelers. Others were more elaborate and the owners worked hard to make their guests feel as welcome as possible.