Ohana, a historic Ryokan Ohana in Yanagawa, Fukuoka Prefecture, was awarded the Grand Prize at the Japan Travel Awards 2026, one of Japan’s largest tourism awards recognizing destinations to visit in 2026. The awards, organized by Tokyo-based Shiitake Creative, selected winners following on-site evaluations emphasizing inclusivity, sustainability, and cultural value. Ohana operates within the former residence of the Tachibana clan, a feudal lord family with more than 400 years of history, and is the only lodging in Japan located within a nationally designated scenic property. Judges highlighted its preservation of cultural heritage, multilingual visitor support, and close ties with local crafts and experiences. A 2025 renovation added universal and multi-generational rooms to improve accessibility. The award ceremony will be held on February 12 in Tokyo. Source: Shiitake Creative / Ohana Official
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