Japanese Ryokan Tour | Staying in a Traditional Japanese Hotel with Onsen

Come join us for a Japanese Ryokan Tour where we showcase what it is like to stay at a traditional Japanese hotel with onsen. Ready to experience a Japanese ryokan?! In this video, we give you a full tour of our stay at Ryokan Seiryu, a traditional Japanese inn in the heart of Takayama. We spent a night here and got to experience the public baths (onsen), eat a traditional meal, wear yukatas, and enjoy the place. Hopefully, this video gives you an idea of what to expect if you decide to stay at a ryokan in Japan!
We start our Ryoka tour outside where we show you the outside of the building. You enter the Ryokan by first taking off your shoes and putting our Japanese slippers. Inside there is a reception desk, breakfast dining hall, coffee/tea station, couches and onsen Japanese saunas all on the first floor. To reach our Ryokan room we take the elevator to our floor. The room itself is simple with a traditional Japanese dining table featuring ground chairs and tatami mats for sleeping. There are plenty of sliding doors and the table is replaced at night for sleeping mattresses. Windows reveal mountain views outside with lots of lush green forest.
Going to the Japanese public baths involves getting naked, taking a shower and enjoying the public baths. Men and women are separated in the onsen. Aside from the baths, you can enjoy a nice shower with plenty of different soaps, shampoos and scrubbing devices.
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Japanese Ryokan Tour | Staying in a Traditional Japanese Hotel + Onsen
Hey guys! We are Samuel and Audrey, a vlogging travel couple from Canada. In this travel channel we share our travel and food vlogs while touring the world. Our most recent trip was to Japan where we spent 2 months traveling around the country and visiting the following destinations: Osaka, Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Nikko, Takayama, Yokohama, Odaiba, Shirakawa-gō and Takao.
During our stay, we visited a mixture of big cities and small rural towns, where we enjoyed eating Japanese street food, trying traditional Japanese cuisine, visiting local attractions and staying in unique accommodations (such as capsule hotels and ryokans) that we are now going to share with you on this channel. The combination and contrast of visiting futuristic cities and traditional countryside areas is what makes travel to Japan so fascinating. Ultra modern versus traditional. This is the essence of Japan.
Our trip to Japan was unforgettable and until now it is one of our favorite countries that we have come to know. However, we only feel as though we just scratched the surface on this trip to Japan. If you want to see more videos from Japan in the future, let us know in the comments that places you'd like us to travel to and food experiences you would like to see on this travel channel.
Have you traveled to Japan before? What was your experience like? Please share your Japan travel tips, advice and experiences in the comments below.
Thanks again for watching our Japan series! Until next time!
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[@AnneEWilliamson]

It's all so pretty! It's interesting how they blend the modern with the traditional to build an amazing experience!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks Anne! One regret we have from our trip was not doing another one of these stays.

[@kaustavkundu6426]

So cute when Audrey went to bed. It felt like she was immediately feeling sleepy.

[@Resmith18SR]

I'd love to visit Japan soon, it really looks fascinating and the unique culture is so different. And Audrey you are so beautiful in every way.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you! Hope you can visit soon!

[@dhanurekha6978]

Hello Sam! Informative video! It's obvious how Japanese respect and relish their lives! Each basic activity in a day, like this bathing, is given a special importance and enjoyed with a ' hidden ' devotion! Not to forget their Tea ceremony! Love and respect Japan, from India!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much Dhanu! The attention to detail in Japanese culture is incredibly impressive.

[@cheronroggen9638]

The Ryokan looked amazing! I love the tea and sweets they provide when you arrive. Makes the stay very special!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks Cheron! It was such a nice introduction :)

[@Lovecatxoxo]

I love Ryokan!! Super relax. Soooo jealous. Thank you for introducing for us! xoxo

[@samuelandaudrey]

So cool to hear! We loved it as well.

[@HIROKITRAVELS]

So beautiful!! Nice video! Wow

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much Hiroki! We had such a great time.

[@michaelsylvester7272]

Oh wow, This is a different story I sure enjoyed it. As always thanks for sharing this great video.

[@Busybeeee]

Wow! What an experience. Great video!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much! Wish we could have done one more stay like this.

[@frankfieldfrankfield6230]

Thank you guys, well done! You looks so natural!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much!

[@Wise_World]

Such a cool video. If you have shots of the dinner can you show us. I am very interested in meals at ryokans. Thanks a ton.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you! That is our next video Kentaro! We have that and then a breakfast tour as well :)

[@dancingnoshigami3662]

The blue thing is called 茶羽織(chabaori ちゃばおり）they are for keeping warm especialy outside with Yukata.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks for letting us know!

[@suzugyuuable]

Some ryokans have private onsen, not a bathroom. So i guess you should try next time you go to Japan! :)

[@samuelandaudrey]

We'll definitely have to try that next time!

[@terribinkley4260]

Pretty cool place.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks Terri!

[@aipooalice]

How surprising, the bathroom looks like the one in the hotel room tour LOL Beautiful ryokan, that must have been a stunning experience! xx

[@rigaud01]

Divino el video,y me rio mucho con ustedes dos,suerte

[@samuelandaudrey]

Muchas gracias Adriana!

[@brunogambini5683]

You really had a one of a kind experience in the Ryokan! That was so interesting and cool! The onsen bath is a bit unusual, but I think I would try it 😄 that's part of the travel adventure, isn't it?

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks Bruno! We just loved it. We have our meal and breakfast videos from the Ryokan coming out next. Indeed, worth a try!

[@mPDC-gh8jy]

6:57 Don't hang damp towels inside a closet. All ryokan guest rooms equipped the (wet) towel hanger to dry them, and you can also dry your washed underwear on it like as 8:17 :)

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks for sharing those tips!

[@dmochizuki]

Great travel video! Thanks. BTW you can sleep in the yukata.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much! Thanks for letting us know.

[@Reformatt]

Great video! What a coincidence, I just did a Ryokan video experience as well haha, YT is a small world! keep up the good work :)

[@samuelandaudrey]

That is really cool to hear!

[@lisetteboucherfortin4775]

aw we have been to Japan but didn't know that existed ..nice thank you for this nice video

[@janiscohen-dacosta9822]

Looks very comfy!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Hope you can check it out if you visit Japan again.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks! It certainly was!

[@sheree2108]

That looks amazing! I'll be in Takayama in about a week and a half. I can't wait to stay in a ryokan like this! I think my tour are staying at one called Hida Gasshoen.

[@samuelandaudrey]

That is so exciting to hear Sheree! Hope you have an awesome experience.

[@perdomot]

That's such a nice ryokan. I'm going to be staying one night at Mugen Ryokan in Kyoto and I'm hoping my experience is as good as yours.

[@samuelandaudrey]

That is awesome to hear! We regretted not doing another stay like this :)

[@whatevernevermind8377]

I am the second comment! Never been so early to see a video. You guys are awesome. Canada is awesome. Please make India like Canada. Love from India.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank yoU! We'll make an Indian food video this summer.

[@whatevernevermind8377]

Samuel and Audrey - Travel and Food Videos Awesome! Wish you guys safe travels. A sincere advice, please plan it after the elections end here. And again, if you both can finish a mega thali, it would be legendary!!! Also please plan the trip around October or November, otherwise, it's boiling temperatures over here. Love from India!

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

My first onsen experience I was so self conscious and embarrass carrying that little towel around that is actually meant to be soaked in the hot spring & put over ur head.. after 3-4 times it gets easier cos all u wanna do is soak ur aching body

[@samuelandaudrey]

I hear you John! The first time is nerve-wracking but it becomes normal after enough visits.

[@RealSpaceHobo]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I'm sure you both could stay in a Ryokan forever, right?......top of my list too....:-)

[@samuelandaudrey]

Forever is a long time but if it is in a Ryokan then 'yes' although out waistlines would not hold forever ;)

[@Lillipod1]

Didn't you go to one with an outdoor jaccuzi? Maybe it was somewhere else

[@samuelandaudrey]

No, I wish we had of booked one with an outdoor.

[@Englishsmile]

Great Video.Greetings from Germany!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you! We miss Germany!

[@kamanama3671]

N I C E !

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks Laura! We loved staying there!

[@bajlandia2025]

Sweet bed :):)

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks! It was comfy Bajlandia!

[@redoctober6521]

I’ve stayed in Japanese style rooms, with the tatami mats and futon, but never in an actual ryokan. I’ll need to try one on my next visit because that looked great /I wonder if I can find an Avengers themed yukata... I’ll have to check at Donki

[@samuelandaudrey]

Cool to hear! Avengers theme would be awesome.

[@effie-montreal]

Really beautiful Ryokan ...how did you book this place through what site or do you have to call the place directly???

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks Effie! We ended up using book dot com for this. We were lucky because we kind of visited in the off-season (rainy summer) so we got a good price

[@orz1orz2orz3orz4]

> If you want to see more videos from Japan in the future , let us know in the comments that places you'd like us to travel I traveled some places in Japan, seaside destinations of west Japan are very impressive. -Fukuoka city , famous for tonkotsu ramen ,seafood and traditional festival. -Iki islands , famous for fresh seafood and historical shirine. -Setouchi Shimanami Kaido , famous for islander experience, historical place and cycling. -Hinase , It's small town but famous for Oyster Okonomi-yaki.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you for sharing that Hyoma! That could be our next trip right there :)

[@amritsarwalkingtours8774]

Hi Samuel when will you upload Amritsar visit....

[@dhanurekha6978]

Hello Mr Deepak! India series will be in the month of June and July. Repeatedly watching Amristar videos in Davidsbeenhere, especially the Golden Temple video. Well guided!

[@amritsarwalkingtours8774]

Dhanu Rekha wonderful ....Thanks

[@samuelandaudrey]

Hey Deepak! How are you doing? Ah, we miss you. My series will be coming out over the summer. So excited to get those videos out soon. Congrats on your channel! So close to 10,000 subscribers!

[@amritsarwalkingtours8774]

Hi Samuel..thanks for reply...I am.excited for your Amritsar videos....and thanks for my channel...

[@dbwatx931]

Next time go to Kyushu or Hokkaido and have a private onsen.

[@samuelandaudrey]

That would be the best David & Barbara!

[@manomirza5589]

Like dn Superb Amazing 😉

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks Mano!

[@BB-hh7xq]

How many months did you stay in Japan? Are you back there now?

[@paulargueta]

I guess Uber didn't learn anything from Lyft. Uber priced its shares Thursday night toward the low end of its target range of $44 to $50 per share. That gave Uber a valuation of $75.46 billion WAY below the $120 billion it was reportedly seeking when news first broke it was preparing to go public. Buy?

[@JohnandMalie]

Thanks for sharing guys, was very informative. We stayed at a ryokan in Kinosaki Onsen Town. We had a private onsen in our ryokan but was very pricey but was a very unique experience! What is the price range in Takayama?

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you! A private onsen sounds awesome. It was about $150 USD if I remember correctly.

[@michaelandersson4926]

👍

[@beautifulvibedynamic6155]

*-Who Else Likes The Video B4 Watching 🎶-*

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you thank you thank you!

[@beautifulvibedynamic6155]

Samuel and Audrey - Travel and Food Videos 😀❤ Moar Plz! I need too renew my membership for y'all's show on Netflix ;)

[@A.J_inJapan]

I did!!!!

[@kristiananoel]

I believe those were the pajamas. I've seen muji selling pajamas like that

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks for letting us know Kristiana!

[@paulinafletcher]

seems very cool! how much it was for night?

[@samuelandaudrey]

If I remember correctly it was about $150 USD per night.

[@jovanwashington4528]

Are they have private onsen ?

[@tsuiheta3435]

I'm wondering which country is your favorite so far?

[@samuelandaudrey]

We don't have one but Korea, Japan, Argentina, Jordan come to mind.

[@dhanurekha6978]

@@samuelandaudrey Saaaaaaaaaam India????? :-) :-) :-) :-

[@teabelco265]

I’m working here at this ryokan. Did you ask the staff that you would upload this video on KZbin? I know you didn’t.

[@nyantsuki1061]

How long have you been in Japan guys?

[@samuelandaudrey]

We visited for 2 months last year.

[@yp8285]

So basically it's like a traditional japanse hotel? I was wondering if their English is good in those kind of places? Greetings!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks Yrina! Indeed, and staff did speak English which was very nice.

[@yp8285]

@@samuelandaudrey uhh thats nice, it's always nice to know that not every japanse people is closed towards foreigners as people say they're. But once again, you can't always generalize.😁👋

[@christianhansen3292]

one shouldnt be ashamed of the body appreciate what God gave ya yes?!Plus Audrey is Pretty gal. i would be a bit nervous tho too.

[@samuelandaudrey]

That is good advice Chris!

[@user-te3uu5dv1s]

高校の時清流で布団敷きのバイトしとったで 懐かしいよう

[@samuelandaudrey]

とてもおもしろいです

[@camisteffano]

No entiendo nada

[@samuelandaudrey]

Por favor, echa un vistazo a nuestro canal en español. Tenemos este video que saldrá pronto.

[@CynthiaAva]

I have to be honest...I don't know if I'd like staying in a place like that. lol I know. I'm odd. lol

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks for being honest!

[@PradeepRaajkumar1981]

Arikathos konichiwaaa darling

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you Pradeep! Our India videos will be coming out in late June, July, August.

[@PradeepRaajkumar1981]

@@samuelandaudrey wow super duper The most expected videos nice

[@Mike.Cebert]

I thought you were about to say I'm about to take off my robe and give you a tour of my body lol 😁

[@samuelandaudrey]

lol, not planning on that anytime soon

[@Lillipod1]

If you twist around in bed you could end up inside that duvet cover

[@samuelandaudrey]

Hehehe...that is true!

[@beautifulvibedynamic6155]

-U 2 R nonstop- 😱✨💙

[@samuelandaudrey]

Ah, thanks!

[@geoffreyrichardson8738]

Wax on wax off. Practice makes perfect but that's Japan

[@samuelandaudrey]

:)

[@Levijatan1389]

"Almost went the wrong way"... No,he didn't.

[@samuelandaudrey]

lol

[@heretic9999]

Audrey look ssssoooo much better with shorter hair

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks Jeffrey!

[@ospreybird]

:-)

[@samuelandaudrey]

:)

[@morisoba2550]

You couln't say you truely enjoyed Japan if you didn't experience Onsen Resort.

[@El_Yoda1]

Gn

[@kamuzu]

Audrey.....switch up those sandals so you can even out that tan pattern on those lovely feet.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Good idea!

[@superchatoalien4905]

it's definitely low grade ryokan. interior is so cheap. you should stay middle grade ryokan next time.

[@user-cb8xb9bn1d]

先回のコメントが不親切だと叱られた、ゴメンなさい。で、excuseの為に私が昔行って記憶に残った温泉を紹介します。和風旅館もあるはずです。それは、九州、熊本県の阿蘇にある黒川温泉。もう一つ、行って見たいのがこれ・・・kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2mTZHaCi9qkadE・・・有名な詩人の詩にも出て来る温泉です。も一度、ゴメンネ！

[@user-qt4gz4ck8j]

🇯🇵ヽ(´▽｀)/🇯🇵 日本の静謐や静寂も学んで欲しいです。

[@user-cb8xb9bn1d]

これで Japanese traditional hotel "the ryokan" を知ったと思ったら大間違いだ。【通】は【木賃宿】と言うものに泊まるのだ。非常に怪しくかつおどろおどろしい雰囲気が病みつきになるぜ。【あの世】に行った気分になる。まあ、外国人にはワカランだろうな。

[@samuelandaudrey]

私たちはその経験を本当に楽しんだ。いつかまた日本を訪れるときは、将来別の旅館に滞在したいと思っています。

[@user-ws5zr1lp4r]

何もそんな煽るような言い方をしなくても.. 外国人を見下しているみたいでちょっと不快です。

[@user-cb8xb9bn1d]

@@user-ws5zr1lp4r 様・・・失礼しました。すこしオッチョコチョイだった、反省！

[@adrianapoli77]

Nyi opet anfak