Onsen Japanese Onsen Guide: Types of Hot Springs, Bathing Etiquette, and What to Expect
An open-air onsen bath at Kashiwaya Ryokan in Shima Onsen, Japan For many travelers, visiting an onsen is one of the mos...
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Onsen Private Onsen in Japan: A Guide to Private Baths and Ryokan Experiences
Private Onsen in a Ryokan Near Tokyo For many travelers, soaking in a hot spring is one of the most memorable experience...
Onsen Onsen Etiquette in Japan: 8 Rules for Your First Japanese Hot Spring
Visiting a Japanese onsen for the first time? Don't worry — the basic rules are simple. In most traditional Japanese hot...
highlights and activities Meet KusushiQui: A New Two-Room Ryokan in Shima Onsen
kusushiQui is a new two-room lodge in Shima Onsen, created by Kashiwaya Ryokan. It's more than just a place to stay, it'...
Kashiwaya Ryokan Our Rental Bicycles Have Been Renewed
Kashiwaya Rental Bicycles We’re happy to share that the complimentary rental bicycles for guests staying at Kashiwaya Ry...
Onsen Can You Go to Onsen with Tattoos in Japan? (2026 Complete Guide)
Can you use onsen (hot springs) in Japan with tattoos? Yes — and it’s easier than you think. Discover tattoo-friendly options, including private onsen and rooms with open-air baths.
tattoo friendly Why Are Tattoos Not Allowed in Japanese Onsen? History, Reality & What Travelers Should Know
Kashiwaya's private open-air onsen Why Are Tattoos Not Allowed in Japanese Onsen? If you're planning a trip to Japan and...
Kashiwaya Ryokan The Quiet Beauty of Shima Onsen in June
A Peaceful Escape in Japan’s Rainy Season June may not be the most popular time to travel in Japan.But in Shima Onsen, i...
Kashiwaya Ryokan Spirited Away Vibes in the Heart of Rural Japan: Discovering Shima Onsen and Staying at Kashiwaya Ryokan
Japan is known around the world for its rich tradition of craftsmanship—arts that have been passed down through generati...
Cuisine Traditional Japanese style cuisine in Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan
We offer vegan meal for yout stay in Japanese Ryokan.
Our vegan meal does not contain meat, seafood, egg or dairy products. We make special "Dashi (broth)" which is made from kelp and vegetables, instead of ‘Katsuo Dashi’. You can enjoy your stay in a traditional Japanese Ryokan that has Japanese features such as tatami rooms, an Onsen (hot spring), and Japanese cuisine.