travel/ Jan 4, 2026
The Art of Being a Guest
Tatami floors, kaiseki dinners, and futons laid while you bathe - what to expect from a traditional ryokan stay and why it costs what it costs

Tatami floors, kaiseki dinners, and futons laid while you bathe - what to expect from a traditional ryokan stay and why it costs what it costs

A systems guide to Japan's rail network: train hierarchies, fare calculations, and the infrastructure moving 27 billion passengers annually
