What is a Ryokan? Ryokans are the best way to experience Japanese culture and enjoy the true comforts of Japanese hospitality and service.
Hot springs have a very long history in Japan, and they are an intimate part of Japanese culture. There are over 3,000 "onsen" ,or hot springs, in Japan. Many can be found at the ryokans available on Japanese Guest Houses.
There are hundreds of great sites about Japan. Here are just a few we think are both useful and enjoyable.
Japan National Tourism Organization’s main website
Rediscover Tours for Travelers to see Japan and Vietnam
Hometown Homepage will tell you about the different regions of Japan
Real Japanese Gardend Introduction to the best Japanese gardens
The Tokyo Food Page: What to eat and where to eat in Japan
Comprehensive guide to traveling and living in Japan: Japan-Guide.com
Welcome to Saké World, a site devoted to Japanese saké
Explore Japanese pottery at Robert Yellin’s Online Pottery Store
