{"product_id":"japanese-inns-and-hot-springs-9784805313923","title":"Japanese Inns and Hot Springs","description":"\u003cb\u003eA visit to a Japanese inn (\u003ci\u003eRyokan\u003c\/i\u003e) or volcanic hot spring resort (\u003ci\u003eOnsen\u003c\/i\u003e) is an authentic \"once-in-a-lifetime\" dream experience for foreigners who visit Japan.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRichly illustrated and exhaustively researched, \u003ci\u003eJapanese Inns and Hot Springs\u003c\/i\u003e is the work of ryokan expert Akihiko Seki and award-winning travel writer Rob Goss. Together they scoured Japan to find the country's finest ryokans, from historic properties like Hiiragiya in Kyoto and Kikkaso in Hakone to luxury retreats like Zaborin in Hokkaido and Tenku-no-Mori in Kyushu.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIllustrated with hundreds of gorgeous photos, this volume covers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 40 best Japanese ryokan and onsens for English-speaking visitors (including 13 in the Tokyo area and 11 in and around Kyoto and Nara)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA description of the special features of each ryokan and what is included in your stay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTips on how to choose the right ryokan for you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical advice on how to book a stay and a detailed etiquette guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbove all else this book reveals the enduring traditions of Japanese hospitality, a rich heritage reaching back a thousand years to the time when Japan's hot spring bathing culture took root. The beautiful properties in this book also illustrate the unique design sensibility for which Japan is so justly renowned. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIndispensable tips on booking a Japanese ryokan that is right for you and reaching each property by train, bus and taxi are provided along with a detailed etiquette guide to staying at a ryokan and bathing in an onsen, as well as descriptions of the special features of each of the inns featured.","brand":"Rob Goss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48268683444475,"sku":"9784805313923","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3917\/9771\/files\/unnamed_5441dc6a-61c0-4c87-b2c6-02a488ec878d.jpg?v=1779298759","url":"https:\/\/indiepubs.com\/products\/japanese-inns-and-hot-springs-9784805313923","provider":"IndiePubs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}