Welcome Tea (歓迎のお茶 - Omotenashi)
The beautiful hospitality ritual where the designated room attendant (Nakai-san) brews hot green tea and serves local confectioneries immediately after check-in to heal travel fatigue.
Rooted in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies (Sado). The local sweet served also serves a practical medical purpose: raising your blood sugar slightly to prevent dizziness in hot spring water.
Politely express your gratitude to your room attendant (Nakai-san) for their exceptional welcome.
What practical medical benefit does the welcome green tea and local sweet served at Ryokan check-in provide?