The Essential Guide to Beppu, Japan
"For a traditional stay in the Kannawa district, Yanagiya is a family-owned lodge dating back to the Meiji era where you’re greeted by the soft glow of washi paper doors and homey tatami flooring; dining here is special because meals are steamed in the mineral-rich onsen water, offering a direct taste of Beppu’s hot-spring culture." - Kim Kay Kim Kay Kim Kay is a freelance writer with a focus on Japan travel and culinary culture. Her writing has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Tokyo Weekender, ByFood, and other travel and lifestyle platforms. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
