A night in a traditional inn with futon, tatami, kaiseki dinner, and onsen is a quintessential Japan experience. Budget 30,000–80,000 yen.
Tawaraya, Hiiragiya, and Yoshikawa are Kyoto's most famous. Booking requires Japanese phone numbers — use a concierge or specialized agency.
At the lower end, family-run ryokan (10,000–20,000 yen) offer similar tatami-and-futon vibes without the kaiseki dinner.