Average share of ryokans with homepages in Japan FY 2018, by language
In fiscal year 2018, the majority of homepages operated by ryokans in Japan, around 66.1 percent on average, offered an English version of the website, a significantly higher share than the homepages of Japanese hotels. Ryokans are Japanese style inns furnished in a traditional manner, with rooms covered with tatami mats and sliding doors. Guests usually sleep on a futon (bedding) put directly on the tatami floor.