5 Oldest Companies In The World

4. Hōshi Ryokan        

Founding Year: 718

Hōshi is a traditional inn in Japan. It was founded in 718 in the Ishikawa prefecture, Japan. It has been under the management and ownership of the Hoshi family for the past forty-six generations. Over the years, Hoshi Ryokan has undergone a gradual modernization while retaining the timeless charm that defines traditional Japanese inns. Presently, the ryokan has 70 bedrooms, including suites, distributed across its four wings. The bedrooms are adorned with tatami mats, traditional pillows, and shoji sliding doors crafted from wood and washi paper.