The World’s Oldest Hotel

October 03rd, 2009

The Hōshi Ryokan has been operated by the same family for 46 generations (also making it the world’s oldest continuously-operating business).  This Japanese Traditional Inn opened it’s doors in 718 AD and is famous for it’s hot springs.  It is located in Komatsu.

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By the looks of it you will not want to get out of the hot springs during the winter.

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  1. JuJu~bee October 4th, 2009 6:41 am

    very romantic…indeed!

  2. Lolita October 4th, 2009 7:12 am

    wow! looks tranquil! :)

  3. Virtual Rush October 4th, 2009 10:56 am

    This Is the same house in one of the best Anime movies of all time:. you can view Princess Mononoke here.

    http://www.novamov.com/video/4a65ca8f56555

  4. Flow October 4th, 2009 12:51 pm

    looks really relaxing!

  5. 2kyo October 5th, 2009 6:43 am

    now my people one could get used to theis shit!

  6. purplerainqueen October 5th, 2009 10:06 am

    JAPAN IS A VERY BEAUTIFUL PLACE THAT IS FULL OF PLENTY ROMANTIC GETAWAYS THAT WOULD REALLY SOOTHE THE SOUL.

  7. Hatti October 5th, 2009 11:53 pm

    This place looks beautiful, very dreamy..

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