Ryokan (inn) Ryokan (inn) A is a type of traditional Japanese inn that has existed since the eighth century A.D. during the Keiun period, in which the oldest hotel in the world, Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan, was created in 705 A.D. Another old ryokan called Hōshi Ryokan was founded in 718 A.D and was also known as the world's second oldest hotel. Such inns also served travelers along Japan's highways. They typically feature "tatami"-matted rooms, communal baths, and other public areas where visitors may wear yukata and talk with the owner. Ryokan are difficult to find in Tokyo and other large cities because
Guguan (hot spring) Guguan (hot spring) Guguan () is a hot spring located in Heping District, Taichung City, Taiwan. It is accessible from Provincial Highway 8. It was previously named "Meiji Onsen". During the period of Japanese rule, Guguan's hot spring was discovered by local aborigines. In 1927, the Japanese built a public bath. In September 11–12, 1937, Kinji Yamada found lots of ancient stone artifacts around the area. During the 1950s, Liu Jih-Wann also found lots of stone artifacts, which in that area created the Guguan Archaeological Site. After the Nationalists came to Taiwan, they planned a route across the island, passing