🏯 Ryokan & Hotels

• Remove shoes at the entrance Ryokan, traditional inns, and most homes have a clear line between outdoor and indoor space. Remove your…
• Different slippers for different rooms Ryokan often provide separate slippers for the bathroom. Switch into them when entering and back when leaving.
• Wear yukata with left side over right Ryokan provide a yukata (cotton robe) to wear during your stay. The left side always goes over the…
• Don't move the futon yourself Staff prepare and put away your futon at specific times. The routine is part of the ryokan experience.
• Be on time for meals Ryokan meals are prepared to be served at a specific time. Arriving late can disrupt the kitchen and your…
• Tatami rooms need bare feet or socks Tatami mats are delicate woven straw. Slippers, shoes, and luggage should not touch them.
• Check-in and check-out times are firm Ryokan typically check in around 3 PM and check out by 10 AM. The timing helps staff prepare rooms and meals.