Life style or art form?

Most of our nightly accommodations are in ryonkan style rooms, the traditional japanese style inns with tatami mats, multi functional eating / sleeping arrangements, and strict shoe & kimono dress code. Some even had an Onsen bath in house (big public bath houses) which were relaxing and fun, even for the kids. We really enjoyed them. Only draw back, the staff ususally speaks very little English.

One of the boys' favorite features was that the room was easily changed into one giant soccer field (and used as such).