Accommodation

Onsen, ryokan, hotels, and what to expect when you check in.

How to Stay at a Ryokan: Yukata, Futon, and Kaiseki Explained

What to expect at a traditional Japanese inn: check-in, shoes, wearing a yukata, meal times, the futon, and why your room has no bed.

Onsen Etiquette in Japan: A First-Timer's Guide

Everything you need to know before your first Japanese hot spring: how to wash, what to do with your towel, tattoo rules, and common mistakes to avoid.