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Ryokan are Japanese inns. There are various types of ryokan. Some of them are small and old, and some are very large and modern. The common aspect among ryokan is that they offer only traditional Japanese style rooms. In Kyoto you can find many ryokan of the old type which is described in most tourist guides: old, traditional style buildings where you can experience an overnight stay in a very Japanese atmosphere: a tatami room, Japanese food, and a Japanese bath. The other kind of ryokan can be found all over Japan, especially in popular hot spring resorts. Some of them are very modern, but still have a traditional Japanese interior. When you stay at a ryokan, a woman in kimono will take care of you very well. She will welcome you, serve tea and the meals, and prepare your yukata and your futon. Minshuku are similar to the ryokan, but they are cheaper. A Minshuku is like a Bed and Breakfast where the guests stay in the owner's house.

RYOKAN Ryokan (Hiro's Home Page) General information. Tips for staying at a Japanese ryokan (Laterra Network) General information. Leading Ryokans (JNTO Homepage) Information provided by the JNTO. RYOKAN LISTS Hotel (JapanRyokan Association) A list of ryokans in the Kansai area (Osaka, Kyoto, Nara) with description, prices and online reservation. Japanese Inn Groups A list of Ryokan, Minshuku, and their phone numbers. Hotel (JapanRyokan Association) A list of ryokans in the Kansai area with description, prices and online reservation.