Tamai Bekkan

Tucked in Matsue, a short stroll from Tamatsukuri Hot Spring and Izumo Tamatsukuri Historical Park, this ryokan-style guest house sits in the heart of a famed onsen neighborhood. Nearby highlights include Tamatsukuriyu Shrine, Seiganji Temple and Lake Shinji — ideal for culture and calm seekers.

Tamai Bekkan blends simple guest-house comfort with classic ryokan touches. Choose from 46 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators, LCD TVs with satellite channels, safes and electric kettles. Bathrooms come with shower/tub combinations, bidets and complimentary toiletries for a no-fuss stay.

Soak in on-site hot springs and a spa tub, unwind in the sauna or steam bath, or challenge friends at the table tennis area. Other perks include a ballroom, gift shop/newsstand, complimentary wireless internet and free self parking — soak, shop, relax.

Practical touches for travelers: free Wi‑Fi throughout, a safe-deposit box at the front desk, an elevator for accessibility and a water dispenser. Note the front desk has limited hours; self parking is free onsite.