Scattered across the entire country, you can experience their medicinal benefits
while at the same time enjoying the scenic locations. Atami is one of Japan's most famous hot spring resorts. Noted for its abundant quantity of hot water, magnificent scenery, delicious seafood and mild climate, it has long been a popular destination for tourists. With its traditional inns and geisha, Atami retains a
very Japanese flavour.Come and enjoy the many attractions of this legendary spa resort. Atami is 50 minutes by shinkansen from the capital, Tokyo, and is easily accessible from Narita International Airport.
【Data】
Atami (Atami-shi) is a city located in the eastern end of Shizuoka, Japan. As of February 2010, the city has an estimated population of 39,755 and a density of 645 people per km². The total area is 61.56 km².
【Economy】
The economy of Atami is heavily dependent on the tourist industry to its hot spring resorts. Commercial fishing is a major secondary industry.
【Hisntory of atami】
Atami’s history as a spa town dates back about 1,000 years and it has been a popular tourist destination for the past 200 years. Tokugawa Ieyasu (1543-1616), Japan’s most famous sh**un who brought the whole country under his rule, liked to visit Atami.He was so impressed by the quality of the hot spring that he ordered barrels of water to be hauled back to Edo (present day Tokyo) at immense effort and expense. No other hot spring in Japan has such a long history.
【Ryokan Tips】
Hot spring resorts have long been a popular holiday destination for the Japanese. Visitors include families, friends, couples and work colleagues. Most people stay at ryokans (Japanese-style inns) with a hot spring bath. Ryokans are a part of Japanese culture. Staying at a ryokan is a unique cultural experience that shouldnt be missed. Come to Atami and stay in a ryokan. We promise it will be a memorable visit.
【Ryokan Etiquette】
1 .entrance
It is usual to remove your shoes at the entrance.
2.japanese-style room
Most ryokan have tatami flooring. Each room serves as a living room, dining room and bedroom. Take care not to walk on the tatami in your shoes or slippers.
3.Tokonoma(alcove)
The tokonoma is a slightly raised alcove on one side of the room used for hanging scrolls and placing flower vases.
4.Futon(quit bedding)
Instead of a bed, traditional Japanese futon will be stored in the closet. The maid will come at night and prepare the futon. She will come again in the morning to put it away.
5.Ofuro(public bath)
There are separate baths for men and women. As the bath is shared with other guests, you are asked to behave in a considerate manner.
6.Yukata(cotton robe)
Yukata are often worn at summer festivals and when relaxing at home. In hot spring resorts, you will see people in yukata walking near their ryokan. You can also wear yukata to sleep in.
【General Tips】
1.Ryokan rates generally include dinner and breakfast.The price will be indicated not as the room charge, but as the price per person per night including two meals.
2.Service charges are usually included and there is no need to tip.
3.Valuables should be left at reception.
