Ryokan

To stay at a ryokan, Japan's traditional guesthouses, is to experience the country's hospitality in its most refined form.

But behind the often static and one-dimensional image associated with ryokan lies a remarkable diversity and vitality. This book presents everything from centuries-old family-owned houses to bold, contemporary interpretations that challenge convention, and highlights the new generations behind these places - some who cherish age-old traditions, others who are rethinking the hospitality of the future.

Through the voices of dedicated hosts and stories from some of the most extraordinary ryokan, the book explores how these places continue to innovate, defying demographic and economic challenges to preserve a unique cultural and material heritage. At the same time, the book is both a journey through the Japanese archipelago and a nuanced insight into the ever-changing art of hospitality.

Product information:
Dimensions: W 21.5, D 3.5, H 30.5 cm
Cover: Hardcover
Pages: 360
Language: English