Onsen and Ryokan of Japan, Traditional Spas and Natural Bathing Culture

Onsen and Ryokan of Japan, Traditional Spas and Natural Bathing Culture
Authors: gestalten & Lia van Ryokanwanderings

Immerse yourself in the world of Japanese onsen and ryokan: places where tranquility, ritual, and timeless beauty converge.
• An atmospheric journey through the world of Japanese wellness, hospitality, and traditional design
• Ideal for lovers of Japan, architecture, slow living, and sensory experiences
• Featuring stunning photography and personal stories

The photo book Onsen and Ryokan of Japan offers an intimate look at the rich bathing culture and refined aesthetics of Japanese hot springs (onsen) and traditional inns (ryokan). These special places are deeply rooted in age-old rituals, where hospitality, simplicity, and nature are central.

Through carefully selected locations and atmospheric photography, this coffee table book takes you into the serene world of Japanese wellness and hospitality. It shows how these unique accommodations manage to find a balance between tradition and modernity, between inner peace and refined design. A book to dream away with and to inspire you to a more conscious way of traveling and living.

What you can expect:

• A deep dive into Japanese onsen and ryokan culture, including rituals, customs, and philosophy
• A visual exploration of the unique architecture and natural integration of these sacred places of relaxation
• Inspiring stories and stunning images that reveal the soul of Japanese hospitality and craftsmanship

About the author:

Lia van Ryokanwanderings lives and works in Tokyo, where she dedicates herself entirely to documenting Japanese ryokan and onsen. As a writer, designer, and founder of a boutique fashion brand that reinterprets vintage kimonos into contemporary garments, Lia knows like no other how to capture the essence of Japanese tradition, craftsmanship, and aesthetics. Her love for tranquility, ritual, and Japanese culture beautifully converges in this book.