Traditional ryokan entrance at dusk

Pricing Guide

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Price Categories

Budget-Friendly

¥15,000–30,000

Per person/night with meals. Simple rooms, communal baths, home-cooked meals. Perfect for authentic experiences.

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Mid-Range

¥30,000–50,000

Per person/night with meals. Larger rooms, some private baths, refined kaiseki dinner. Best value for most travelers.

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What's Typically Included

Standard Inclusions

  • • Room with futon or bed
  • • Yukata (cotton robe)
  • • Dinner (kaiseki or set meal)
  • • Breakfast (Japanese style)
  • • Access to communal onsen
  • • Tea set in room
  • • Towels and toiletries

Premium Add-ons

  • • Private onsen reservation
  • • Upgraded kaiseki menu
  • • In-room dining
  • • Spa treatments
  • • Cultural experiences (tea ceremony, calligraphy)
  • • Airport/station transfers

Seasonal Pricing

Prices vary significantly by season. Peak seasons (cherry blossom in March-April, autumn foliage in October-November, New Year, and Golden Week) can be 20-50% higher. Winter and late summer typically offer the best value.

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