Top 10 Historical Hotels & 'Ryokan' Inns
5. Mikiya, Hyogo Prefecture
![5. Mikiya, Hyogo Prefecture](https://imgcp.aacdn.jp/img-a/600/auto/global-aaj-front/article/2017/03/58cc6f03aa87e_58cc6eeb77668_495048287.jpg)
http://www.kinosaki-mikiya.jp/
This ryokan in the town of Kinosaki dates back to the Edo Period (1603-1868), and although recent renovations have added modern conveniences, its three centuries of history are still very much alive in the decor and service.
4. Takashimaya, Niigata Prefecture
![4. Takashimaya, Niigata Prefecture](https://imgcp.aacdn.jp/img-a/600/auto/global-aaj-front/article/2017/03/58cc7142a8fb4_58cc6fcab6c8c_2042876850.jpg)
http://www.takasimaya.co.jp/
This stunner in Iwamuro Onsen is located amid lush gardens and a hundred-year-old bamboo forest, plus the lobby is registered as a cultural landmark.
3. Bansuiro Fukuzumi, Kanagawa Prefecture
![3. Bansuiro Fukuzumi, Kanagawa Prefecture](https://imgcp.aacdn.jp/img-a/600/auto/global-aaj-front/article/2017/03/58cc714448988_58cc702430c91_1575083171.jpeg)
http://www.2923.co.jp/
This bather’s paradise near Hakone was founded in 1625 and rebuilt in the Meiji Period (1868-1912), combining Western and Japanese styles with comfortable ease. The ornate shoji latticework is particularly beautiful.
2. Yatsusan-Kan, Gifu Prefecture
![2. Yatsusan-Kan, Gifu Prefecture](https://imgcp.aacdn.jp/img-a/600/auto/global-aaj-front/article/2017/03/58cc7145be16a_58cc705c7aab7_440715214.jpeg)
http://en.823kan.com/
This historic beauty was established in 1800 and has preserved its old-school elegance. Plus they serve sake in the baths and offer a special rose hot spring for the ladies.
1. Nishiyama Honkan, Hiroshima Prefecture
![1. Nishiyama Honkan, Hiroshima Prefecture](https://imgcp.aacdn.jp/img-a/600/auto/global-aaj-front/article/2017/03/58cc7147731d6_58cc708501d65_1179795037.jpeg)
http://www.bbbn.jp/~nishi-hk/
This charming three-story wooden building dates from the early 20th century and is structured around a charming internal garden onto which all of the guest room look.
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