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ABURARI Only 9 minutes from Kansai Airport, an old private house with a popular mossy Japanese garden (same price for up to 3 people)
9 minutes by train or 5 minutes on foot from Kansai Airport.We rent all the houses (old houses) of traditional Japanese merchants.Oil is the name that has been passed down to our house for generations. It's not just a guest house, but just family and friends, and enjoy a relaxing trip to Japan without worrying about other groups. It is also a popular inn for those who are interested in traditional Japanese culture, or enthusiasts of anime such as Ganjing Blade and Naruto.It is an old house, but everything has been renovated so that guests can have a comfortable stay. It can be used for a wide range of stays, from one person to families or groups of up to 10 people.(The price will not change for up to 3 people) [Best hospitality not found in other guesthouses] The spacious 12-tatami tatami mat and the Japanese garden spread across the rim side is the essence of traditional Japanese architecture.Please relax while looking at the Japanese garden among the spacious tatami mats. The living room, which has been remodeled, can travel back in time 200 years ago. [For long-term stays] Desk, chairs and whiteboards are provided.It can also be used as a working space.We also provide discount plans for guests staying longer than 28 days.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews
Japanese-style lighting/BBQ/Irori/15 minutes by car to Ena City/Private rental for one group per day/Old house Mahoroba
Why we created this private lodging, "Mahoroba" 1. I want people to know a little bit about the wonderful illuminations in Japan. 2. I want to create a spot that can be enjoyed at night, and I want you to value the time you spend with friends and lovers. 3. I want you to experience and enjoy the charm of the Higashi-nochi area of Gifu That's how I feel. The charm of our private lodging is the magical lighting in the house. In the evening, warm lighting soothes the heart and creates a special atmosphere. You can also BBQ or dine around the fireplace under the lights. Experience an extraordinary space with friends in this natural environment where you can see the stars in the sky. There are also plenty of sightseeing spots, such as the historic castle town of Iwamura, Japan Taisho Village, and Magome-juku, which has a nostalgic atmosphere. Recommended for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and connect with nature with their friends.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
Mt.Fuji Hidden Garden/Near Oishi Park/Entire Villa
A villa nestled in a vast garden on a plateau. Enjoy a relaxing and luxurious vacation in a spacious and quiet room. This private rental villa is ideal as a base for sightseeing in Mt. Fuji. Located on the scenic north shore of Lake Kawaguchi with a view of Mt. Fuji across the lake, the villa is surrounded by abundant nature and beautiful trees, and offers a high level of privacy. From Oishi Park and the shore of Lake Kawaguchi, which are a 5-minute walk away, you can enjoy unobstructed, dynamic, and breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji. E-bikes are provided at the Villa, so please use them to explore the area around the lake and to go to nearby restaurants and convenience stores. We provide free dinner (Obento) for guests staying, so you can stay with peace of mind even if you arrive late. Enjoy the best vacation, surrounded by a beautiful garden, immersed in tranquility and time flowing at a leisurely pace. We look forward to your visit.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews
Minsu Aoyama is an entire Japanese-style house.
Floor plan and facilities (1st floor) ◾️ Tea room (8 tatami mats) ◾️ Floor space (8 tatami mats, can be used as a bedroom) ◾️ Dining kitchen (gas stove Oven, microwave, rice cooker, refrigerator Each has dishes and air conditioner) ◾️ Western-style room (analog record, CD listening Air conditioning available) ◾️ Toilet ◾️ Bathroom [2nd floor] ◾️ Bedrooms (8 tatami mats, 7 tatami mats, 5 tatami mats, Shared air conditioner for two rooms) ◾️ Toilet ◾️ Courtyard (BBQ grill, Table rental available) ⭐️ Reservations are required ⭐️Period (Apr - Nov) [Nearby] (about 10 minutes by car) ○ Hot spring facility ○ Winery ○ Whiskey brewery ○ Golf course ○ Sujin Shrine (Ryusei Festival) ○ Fruit road (strawberry, grape, blueberry) ○ Convenience store ○ Supermarket ○ Ryuseikaido Station / Agricultural Products Direct Sales Office (a few minutes on foot)
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviews
Yatsugatake Minami Mountain Foothills Southern Alps View, Slow Time Space, Private Rental Semi-Open Air Bath Sauna Convenience Store Walking Distance Resort
A small house welcomes guests.Wake up to the chirping of birds and listen to the wind rustling the trees in the morning.The large windows offer beautiful views of the Southern Alps.Within walking distance are atmospheric cafes, restaurants, and the famous Rihga Hotel.There is also a ranch nearby where you can experience horseback riding and enjoy nature. It's the perfect place for those seeking tranquility.Start your morning with a cup of coffee, enjoy horseback riding or hiking during the day, and dine by candlelight in the evening.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews
Traditional Townhouse & Garden in Quiet Castletown
Experience the charm of traditional Japan with all the senses in this finely crafted townhouse & surrounding garden. Gujo Hachiman is known as the “City of Water”, and owner & architect Yuri Fujisawa has lovingly restored this charming residence to embody the spirit of water. Located below the town’s medieval castle, this neighborhood was reserved for high-ranking samurai. While the historical streetscape is well-preserved, it remains an authentic neighborhood inhabited by friendly locals.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Japan Charm&Tradition-Yui Valley(easy Tokyo/Kyoto)
Welcome to Yui Valley ! A refreshing stop between Tokyo and Kyoto. In the countryside, a simple farmers traditional house surrounded by Lush Green Mountains, Bamboo forests, Rivers and Tea Fields. Outside the usual tourist path, discover the real countryside of Japan. Come to relax and enjoy different activities: Hiking with view of Mt. Fuji, walk crossing Bamboo groves and tea fields, Green Tea ceremony, Hot spring, Bicycles, Bamboo workshop, Shiatsu, Acupuncture treatment or River Dipping.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 593 reviews
kyoto villa soso (Near Kyoto station)
《May 2019 TV can be watched.》 It is located 15 minutes on foot from Kyoto station. It will be lent to a Kyoto townhouse style building. I put the finest furniture and the finest bed. You can also use wifi. The bath is about the size of two adults and uses Japanese cypress. It will be a very beautiful room just opened in January. Please try and stay at once. The location of the hotel is in a place where you can walk to downtown area of Kyoto and famous temples. It is a very convenient place.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 978 reviews
A rustic Japanese village getaway
Experience a stay in a traditional Japanese house, tucked inside the forested mountains of the Yoshino Valley. This converted farmhouse is located in Kawakami Village, the source of the Yoshino/Kino river. The house sits just above an idyllic swimming spot, perfect for families to enjoy the cool, clear waters Guests will have the full property to themselves, which includes a handmade cedar bathtub with views across the river. There is also outdoor space to enjoy barbecuing under the stars.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews
CITY-CENTER, UNIQUE, LUXURY, HISTORICAL TOWNHOUSE
Centrally located our historic property offers a tranquil retreat just minutes from Kyoto Station and Gojo Station. You’ll be captivated by the stunning 150-year-old manicured garden that enhances the charm of the home. Our Machiya, registered as a significant historical asset, has been thoughtfully renovated by award-winning architects and retrofitted with luxurious modern amenities, including insulation, floor heating, double-pane windows, ensuring your comfort throughout your stay.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 361 reviews
【Teshima’s Ocean View Retreat Tokuto】King Villa
Tokuto is a newly renovated private mansion built in the 1940s on Teshima. It is conveniently located about 15mins walk from Ieura Port. Enjoy the luxurious architecture of the past, such as the authentic hand blown window glass, Onigawara (Japanese gargoyle roof tiles), and the beautiful gardens with an abundance of stone lanterns. The building consists of 2 villas, King Villa & Queen Villa. As a measure against infectious diseases, we accept one group for each building.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews
A detached house with an open-air hot spring bath.
** A private lodge with a quiet hot spring nestled in a villa area 〜 Reigetsu 〜 ** It is a one-story house built with Japanese pine. A spacious open-air hot spring bath is also available for private use. We hope that you will have a relaxing time in a quiet and peaceful villa area. ・Rental of the whole house ・ Spacious private hot spring with open-air bath ・5 minutes by car to the beach ・There is a parking lot on the premises ・ Free Wi-Fi optical line connection
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 497 reviewsPopular amenities for Japan vacation rentals
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 419 reviews
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 338 reviews
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 255 reviews
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 1074 reviews
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 2062 reviews
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 380 reviews
「白尾屋」市内中心地で、歴史を感じる、赤壁の座敷、美庭園付き、一軒家貸し切り
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 676 reviewsHouse rentals in Japan
Luxury Boat Inn Kansha * 50% of the accommodation fee will be refunded only for wheelchair users (with presentation of a Class 1 disability certificate)
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews
Zao Gen w/Open-air onsen - Zao Sansuien
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 99 reviews
[Autumn in Hakuba/Kamikochi] Entire house for rent for up to 12 people | 2 authentic saunas
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews
Surrounded by greenery, this 3 LDK [Blue Curl] space is on a hillside where you can feel the sea breeze of Irifahama
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews
[Live like a local] KOYA ~ A small private inn on a hill overlooking the sea and islands ~
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 445 reviews
Ricefields, Rivers and Mountains 四万十町一軒家貸切 ※最大６名
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 206 reviews
Resort villa with 180-degree panoramic ocean view
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews
Igeno Funaya/Boathouse/Sea in front/On the sea/Funaya/Private rental/Fishing/Amanohashidate/Central Igeno
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 376 reviewsOther great vacation rentals in Japan
Private Kominka / Sake Tasting / 30 min Kanazawa
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 332 reviews
Revitalization of a 106-year-old inn and storehouse, featuring a Japanese moss garden and a semi-open-air bath, 188 m² [Limited to one group per day, Kominya Mitsuhama Inn]
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 250 reviews
Spacious House with Rooftop BBQ and Mt. Fuji Views
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 603 reviews
Beautiful Mid-century Japanese Villa
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 285 reviews
Bijou Suites Ra Grande Tengachaya/5 min to Namba
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 239 reviews
Reikyo Hanazono｜Silhouette King
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews
Traditional Kyoto House with a Private Hinoki Bath
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 452 reviews
K's Villa Kamogawa - Excellent River View
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviews
All about Japan
Whether you’re new to Japan or you’ve traveled here many times, this country of 430 inhabited islands will unveil a new facet at every turn. You can take in the lakes and shrines surrounding Mount Fuji, the brilliant building-high signs of Osaka, the ancient temples of Kyoto, and the avant-garde architecture on remote Naoshima Island. Tokyo is a feast for urban aesthetes, with globally chic design stores, fashion boutiques, and cocktail bars, while the dramatic gorges and vapor-wrapped volcanos of Hokkaido’s national parks will thrill lovers of the outdoors.
It’s hard not to make Japanese cuisine a cornerstone of your visit, whether you’re sampling your way through regional styles of ramen or honoring the season’s most evocative ingredients with an elegant kaiseki meal. The twin assets of Japanese hospitality and the country’s well-designed infrastructure make it easy to experience Japan’s many delights, traveling between megacities and remote coastal villages.
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Kyoto’s Higashiyama District
As the imperial seat for more than a millennium, Kyoto has preserved hundreds of stunning temples, palaces, gardens, and of course, the legendary geisha districts. The historic Higashiyama District is one of the most atmospheric corners in this tradition-minded city, and you can spend hours wandering down narrow streets lined with wood-frame houses and centuries-old artisan shops, darting into side streets to peek in small shrines, before visiting the 1,200-year-old Kiyomizudera temple, with its terrace overlooking downtown. Higashiyama shines brightest during the 10-day Hanatoro festival in March, when thousands of paper lanterns appear.
Hiking in the Japanese Alps
Seventy percent of Japan’s landmass is covered in mountain ranges, which curve along the entire sweep of the archipelago. One of the most glorious spots in the northern Japanese Alps is the 673-square-mile Chūbu-Sangaku National Park, located between Toyama and Nagano, 150 miles northwest of Tokyo. In the summer, you can hike along the Azusa river at Kamikochi, seek out the hot springs around Okuhida, or if you’re an experienced mountaineer, trek from mountain hut to mountain hut (make reservations beforehand). In winter, skiers and snowboarders make pilgrimages to the resorts at Hakuba.
Island-Hopping in Okinawa
If you don’t think of traveling to Japan for sublime beach time, you’ve never visited the Okinawan archipelago at the southern end of Japan. Using Okinawa City as your base, you can take ferries or short flights to reach some of its 160 far-flung islands. Go snorkeling in the clear turquoise waters surrounding Tokashiki Island, where clownfish and butterfly fish dart among the coral reefs. Loll on the powdery white-sand beaches of Hateruma Island. Wander around historic houses with tiled roofs and sculptures on Taketomi Island. Everywhere you go, you can sample Okinawa’s distinctive Ryukyuan cuisine, which incorporates influences from China and southeast Asia.
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