If you’ve been the type of person who loves getting tattoos because you feel more confident and empowered by them, the question, “Are tattoos a disgrace to the Japanese culture?” might have crossed your mind.

The short answer is not necessarily! You can go on and enjoy your getaway to witness the beauty of Mount Fuji even when you have different tattoos on your entire body! Chances are, you would only need to cover them up should you decide to try public hot springs or onsen baths.

Fortunately, Mount Fuji also has a couple of tattoo-friendly ryokans so that you can experience the complete package of a Japanese vacation. And to help you even further, this guide zooms in on the best of these traditional inns for your next trip to Mount Fuji!

1. Fuji Onsenji Yumedono

First on the list might also be the most luxurious – but it’s worth it! Fuji Onsenji Yumedono promises stunning panoramic views of Mount Fuji, regardless of your preferred room. If you’re willing to pay extra, suites with in-room gardens and hot springs are also available. We highly recommend reserving the private onsen bath if you have tattoos!

Fuji Onsenji Yumedono also boasts a convenient location. Kawaguchiko Train Station is merely a five-minute drive, and you can easily reach Oishi Park and Nagasaki Parks by cab (for only 10 minutes!).

If you plan to visit this ryokan, don’t miss out on the traditional Japanese cuisine for your breakfast. The staff serves the meal in the ryokan’s cultural dining area. You should also try the multi-course dinner, with different local specialties made from the finest Japanese ingredients.

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2. Yamadaya Hotel

Next on the list is a ryokan and a hotel in one – and it’s fairly priced, too, perfect for budget travelers! Yamadaya Hotel allows guests with tattoos. Even better, this ryokan also has a private onsen bath you can book for yourselves if you don’t want other guests to see your large tattoos.

Rooms at Yamadaya Hotel also boast lake and mountain views. Although there are no private bathrooms, the shared ones are large enough to accommodate multiple guests at a time.

If you’re planning to reserve a room at Yamadaya Hotel, get the rate with a complimentary breakfast meal. You get to experience kaiseki dishes made from local Japanese ingredients. Plus, you could also request the staff to serve the meal in bed! Don’t forget to visit nearby beautiful gardens, including Fuji View Hotel Japanese Garden, Kawaguchiko Herb Studio, and Kawaguchiko Natural Loving Center.

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3. Fujikawaguchiko Onsen Konanso Hotel

Fujikawaguchiko Onsen Konanso Hotel is a five-star ryokan that combines modern architecture with historical Japanese interiors. This Japanese-style hotel offers guests an ultimate traditional experience with tatami floors, futon beds, and authentic local cuisine.

Fujikawaguchiko Onsen Konanso Hotel features public and private onsens. If you have tattoos, we suggest reserving the private hot spring bath so you don’t have to cover anything up. While this ryokan is tattoo-friendly with the private onsens, guests with tattoos are discouraged from heading to the communal hot springs. Don’t forget to cover your tattoos if you still prefer to do so.

This ryokan offers rooms with complimentary breakfast and dinner, but you can also opt not to get the meals. However, if you want the complete experience, it’s best to try out the hotel’s multi-course dinner and breakfast buffet.

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4. Hotel Asafuji

Another luxurious four-star ryokan is Kozantei Ubuya, famous for its excellent service and personalized concierge. The theme for this traditional Japanese hotel is minimalist – each corner has minimal yet elegant decors, making it one of the most Instagrammable ryokans near Mt. Fuji!

Hotel Asafuji offers one of the best kaiseki breakfasts and dinners, which are included in each reservation. If you’re booking a room here, go for those with private onsen baths and beautiful Mt. Fuji views. This ryokan also has a public hot spring. You can also dip in there for a swim, but you must cover your tattoos. You can ask for cover sheets from the front desk.

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5. Hotel Kaneyamaen

With 125 guest rooms, this modern ryokan hotel combines comfort and style. It features a spacious garden that also serves as a shared lounge, where you can sip coffee or tea while interacting with other guests.

What makes Hotel Kaneyamaen interesting is the Taiko or the Japanese drums show, where artists perform every night at exactly 8:30 pm. The show does not accept reservations, so you’re encouraged to eat dinner earlier if you want to catch the best seats in front.

Public hot springs at Hotel Kaneyamaen feature highly alkaline natural water. However, while the entire hotel is tattoo-friendly, you cannot join any public onsens, even with cover-ups. But Hotel Kaneyamaen has a room with a private open-air bath you can book so you don’t have to feel ashamed of your tattoos.

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6. Bessho Sasa

Having the same owner as Hotel Kaneyamaen, Bessho Sasa boasts excellent customer service and beautiful Mt. Fuji views. Each room combines traditional Japanese esthetics with modern architecture, allowing guests to enjoy and relax comfortably. All accommodations have tatami floors and futon bedding for the complete Japanese experience.

If you want to witness the best views of the famous Japanese mountain, book a room on Bessho Sasa’s special floor. All room reservations have complimentary breakfast buffets, while we also recommend trying out the ryokan’s diverse on-site restaurants.

Bessho Sasa features three huge public onsen baths and rooms with private open-air baths when you don’t want too many people to see your tattoos. There are also shared lounges where you can try out ryokan’s wine collection.

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7. Fuji Lake Hotel

Fuji Lake Hotel combines a traditional Japanese guesthouse and a modern luxurious hotel. Choose from a wide range of Western rooms with ceiling-to-floor windows or Japanese suites with private onsen baths and tatami floors. But the best part is that you can catch grand views of Mt. Fuji, regardless of your preferred floor and room!

Unique facilities you should check out at Fuji Lake Hotel are the bakery that serves freshly baked goodies daily, karaoke rooms, an observatory, a swimming pool, and a treatment salon. The observatory has one of the best views of the mountain but gets easily crowded with guests.

Fuji Lake Hotel has public and private onsens. While tattoos are technically allowed in the public baths, we suggest you reserve the onsens for yourself.

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8. Kasuitei Ooya

Kasuitei Ooya has been showcasing beautiful views of Lake Kawaguchi and Mount Fuji since 1923. You can choose from 6 room types, each featuring different amenities and unique features. From Kasuitei Ooya, you can walk for a few minutes to reach the Mt. Fuji Panoramic view ropeway, where each corner is truly picture-worthy!

Book any of Kasuitei’s room types with private onsen if you have tattoos. Mt. Fuji views are the same for both rooms; what differs is the material constituting the outdoor onsen. One has a stone bath, while the other has a wooden bath.

However, if you choose to save up, you can rent a private bath hourly. It’s usually open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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9. Ryokan Fuji Heights

Ryokan Fuji Heights is one of the most traditional ryokans in this guide. It’s not as modern as the other options, but the stay will be worth it if you want to experience the Japanese culture. You will love how friendly and welcoming the staff is. With the ryokan’s exceptional customer service, asking for anything you need to improve your stay is easy.

This traditional Japanese guesthouse has a public massage pool. Tattoos are allowed, but you must cover them to respect the locals you might meet in the public bath. There’s also a shared lounge with complimentary coffee and tea.

What’s excellent about Ryokan Fuji Heights is that it’s very family-friendly. All rooms are spacious enough to accommodate big groups. If you’re bringing your extended family, reserve the Luxury Apartment with six bedrooms. Each bed is covered with Japanese bedding, and the entire apartment can fit up to 25 people!

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10. Komaya Ryokan

Finally, if you’re a budget traveler wanting to keep all expenses in check, visit Komaya Ryokan. Despite not being luxurious, this three-star Japanese guesthouse can still provide you with a relaxing stay. It’s perfect for backpackers!

Komaya Ryokan features traditional Japanese architecture. Because it’s more affordable, rooms don’t have private bathrooms. All rooms feature tatami floors and are surrounded by cultural interiors.

Komaya Ryokan is 100% tattoo-friendly. You won’t need to get cover sheets from the front desk because guests won’t mind your drawings on their bodies at all!

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Tattoo-friendly ryokans near Mt. Fuji can be a bit sparse, but they exist! Although most of those on the list might still require you to use cover sheets if you stay in public onsens and hot spring baths. Nonetheless, the staff won’t hinder you from enjoying these unique amenities, so there’s nothing to worry about.

If you have tattoos and have stayed in any of our recommendations above, do let us know in the comments below! It would surely help out a whole bunch of other tourists who are interested.

To discover more tattoo-friendly ryokans in other parts of Japan, don’t forget to check out our lists of tattoo-friendly ryokans in Tokyo, tattoo friendly ryokans in Hakone, tattoo friendly ryokans in Osaka and the most recommended tattoo-friendly ryokans in Kyoto!