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2 unusual facts about ryokan


Ryokan

Ninshō, often referred to as Ninshō Ryōkan (1217–1303), the first chief priest of Gokurakuji and a disciple of Eison (1201–1290).

Ryōkan (1758–1831), a Zen Buddhist monk and poet who lived in Japan.


Etiquette in Asia

Tipping is considered rude and is rarely done in Japan except in certain cases, such as tipping your surgeon for an operation, when visiting a high class ryokan, or when dealing with house movers.

Hiroshima Showa 20 nen 8 Gatsu Muika

Takako Matsu as "Shinobu Yajima", the eldest sister of Yajima family, 28 year old lady, after her parents died, she is running Yajima-Ryokan and taking care of her younger sisters and brother.

Yufuin, Ōita

Located in a green valley beneath the spectacular Mount Yufu (由布岳), a short walk from the town centre is a mix of paddy fields, housing and upmarket ryokan, with a few temples.


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