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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]
┏━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━┓ ◆ Limited to one group per day/private ~ long-established ryokan and warehouse experience-style stay ◆ ┗━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━┛ ■ Location, History, Features ■ In Mitsuhama, the port town of Matsuyama/Dogo, there are four white-walled storehouses built in the Edo period and four gardens surrounding a 106-year-old long-established kaiseki ryokan (formerly the Kanaga Ryokan). The white plastered earthen walls, natural Kenji-ji bamboo fences, and other features have been gradually renovated and revitalized (currently in the process of revitalization).Originally an old house opened as an almost 100% inbound accommodation.We are conducting a semi open-air bath in the interior of the warehouse and renovation work centered around the water. ■ Soothing moss garden ■ There are three gardens: a front garden, a courtyard, and a back garden. Well water flows everywhere, and there is a stream that flows between the water basin, the gourd, the deer repeller, and the stepping stones. The pond is home to koi, goldfish, medaka, conger eel, and river shrimp, and it is a biotope space where wild birds visit. ■ Chick-in lounge (cafe/bar space), souvenir corner ■ You can drink authentic cocktails on the first floor of the main building.There is a souvenir corner with imported interior goods, accessories, natural stone, and more from Japan, Bali, and other countries.

Experience the ultimate relaxation in a semi-open-air bath while taking in the stunning ocean view.
It is a perfect location where you can see the island of God, where you can heal both physically and mentally. The sun rises to the moment, and the full moon lights up above the sea. You can walk to the beach in about 5 minutes. Since there is no kitchen, we provide a griddle and a portable gas stove so that guests who wish to do so can have a BBQ on the outdoor table.Please prepare your own ingredients.If you want, we can also provide it here.Use of stoves and similar equipment is permitted outdoors only.The area is quiet, so please be mindful of noise, etc. The neighborhood is only a private house, so it is about a 10-minute drive to a nearby restaurant. Although the room is separated from my place of residence, I will be staying there. There is also a pool on the premises, so you can swim. Please note that there are many insects as there is a lot of nature around. It is about 40 minutes by car from Naha Airport.You can also come by bus, but we recommend renting a car. If you'd like, I can also recommend a convenient rental car that can be picked up and returned at the airport. If you need a futon for a child, please book them as a guest. If you do not have a reservation, we will only provide futons for the number of guests booked. Please note that you will be responsible for any damage, etc., to the property.

Hokkaido World Heritage Shiretoko Rasu A Japanese-style inn run by a Rausu kelp fisherman and his wife
This is a newly opened guest house in 2025, limited to one group per day. Seaside cottage KOBUSTAY is located along the sea. A stylish Japanese-style cottage where you can experience Rausu kelp fishing, The facility is fully equipped with a kitchen, condiments, and cooking utensils, You can cook fresh fish and other items sold in the inn It is a new inn where guests can truly stay like they live there. The host can also speak English, and in addition to the English signage in the facility, there is also a cashless system and free outdoor rentals, so you can have a safe and comfortable stay. Guests can taste the seafood of Shibetsu Rausu, and to help them get to know the area better We built this kind of facility. (The second floor is a private rental for one group, the first floor is a fishing experience workshop) Also, my wife is qualified to guide tours of fresh fish auctions that are not normally open to the public and is qualified to do so, and we offer a variety of small group fishing and local cuisine experiences We offer a number of small group fishing and local culinary experiences. For guests visiting here and for us in the area It's a time that enriches your life.

Hara-Ie, a 100-year-old dojo inn with a view of the two Alps, in Ina Valley, Nagano Prefecture
This is a small, renovated, 100-year-old earthen storehouse in a town in Ina Valley, Nagano Prefecture, where you can see the two Alps. The inn is run by a married couple who run a design office. It is a space where we designed it ourselves, created the parts we could with our own hands, and explored the possibilities of renovating the warehouse while cultivating the power to create our own lives. We hope you will find your own comfort through the experience of living in this quiet place where the lifestyle of the past and the present intersect. ■ Capacity 3 people It is a small space with a total floor area of about 50 ㎡, so it is spacious enough for 1-3 adults to stay comfortably. ■ Time Check-in: 4 pm - 8 pm Check-out: 11 am We greet you in person at check-in and check-out. Please let us know your arrival time in advance when you make a reservation. ■ Access We encourage you to come by car to shop for groceries and stroll around the neighborhood. There is parking space for 2 cars on the premises (please contact us if you have more than 2 cars)

[For car travel] Small old house in the countryside | 1 ~ 2 people | Free parking | Breakfast with home-roasted coffee
About 1 hour by car from Kyoto City and Osaka City.This is a small, handmade guest house nestled in a lush, natural satoyama. The inn will no longer have a pick-up and drop-off service for reservations after January 2026.There is no public transportation or taxis, so please be sure to come by car. 🚌 If you would like free pick-up from the station, please consider this listing (https://www.airbnb.jp/h/small-hotel-tonari-omoya).This is the main listing that has received good reviews. --------------------------- 🏠 Key points about the accommodation • Private space for rent: This is a warm old house that the owner couple carefully renovated. • Easy to enjoy Satoyama breakfast: Free-range eggs, bread, wieners, home-roasted coffee, etc. are available in the fridge.Please cook for yourself at your leisure. • Small bar on site: You can enjoy tastings of local sake, homemade syrups, and local drinks. • Free rental bicycles: Perfect for strolling around the area while feeling the breeze. Credit cards and various QR payments

Awaji Island's Entire Private Rental Lodge, Usagi: A rental villa with a view of the sea from a hill! A newly built detached house in 2023
[Rental villa overlooking the sea from the heights of Awaji Island Kamaguchi] Why not enjoy a relaxing, home-like stay on Awaji Island with ocean views? Rental villa with a rabbit theme The living room has a large window overlooking Osaka Bay Yogibo Sofa Home Theater Karaoke Kitchen Yes, you can relax. There is a large counter under the window where you can have a drink, read or work while enjoying the glittering waters of the morning sun and moonlight Capacity: 4 people (no additional charge depending on the number of guests) Parking: Free Check-in: after 3 pm (even at night) * Contactless method using a PIN code Check out: 11 o'clock WiFi: Yes Amenities: Towels, shampoo, toothbrushes, etc. Bedding: 2 double beds Free service: Awaji Island Milk, Water, Drip Coffee, Onion Soup, Nespresso Refa hair cream and bathing agent Options: ① Starry sky and waves BBQ BBQ & Pizza Kettle & Bonfire Set Rental 3,000 yen. ② Recommended for girls and couples Refa haircare set rental 3,000 yen.

Immediate booking OK! Small room, Netflix free, 2 parking spaces free, no kitchen
🙂↕️ Cute little room without a kitchen 🌺 Quiet residential area (with a sugarcane field in front of the house and a nursery school) ⭐ Private accommodation, you can relax in a completely separate house. ○ Check-in from 3 pm, check-out by 10 am. ○The entire room is rented out, so you can relax without worrying about other guests. ○Self check-in, self check-out,○ newly built, bare concrete Private accommodation with a separate○ entrance - With○ unit bathroom One ○wide double bed - ○Body soap, shampoo, conditioner, and towels ○TV, air conditioner, fridge, microwave, hair dryer, electric pot ○Free WiFi, LAN outlet available ○ Free parking (2 vehicles) ○ No pets allowed! ○ About 30 minutes to Naha Airport, 8 minutes to the highway entrance (Minamifunabara Interchange). It is also convenient to go to tourist attractions in southern Okinawa. Close to Costco, Okinawa World, Seifa Utaki, and Mibar Beach.

Sanuki Rental Villa Seifu-an [Maximum 6 people] [One group per day only]
[Maximum 6 people] [Limited to one group per day] A relaxing stay in an old house where the refreshing breeze of Sanuki blows A fully renovated 90-year-old house surrounded by white walls, revived as a rental villa. It is rented to one group per day, so families, groups, couples, etc. can spend a relaxing private time. It's a 5-minute walk to the sandy beach, where you can take a walk to the sound of the waves. You can also relax and fish at sea. Spend a day overlooking the Japanese garden, where time passes slowly and you can refresh both your body and mind. There is also a dog run, so you can stay with your pet. If you'd like, you can experience making authentic Sanuki udon noodles by hand. (Fees apply, cash only on the day) Please let the staff know when you make a reservation.

Cosy Cabin on Mango Farm with FirePit & BBQ
Phumula, meaning “to come and rest”, is a cozy wooden cabin nestled on our mango farm outside Motobu Town. Ideally tucked away from tourist crowds, it offers a peaceful retreat where you can truly unwind. On clear nights, the starlit sky is simply breath taking. Guests are welcome to enjoy the campfire area, ideal for quiet evenings under the stars. Whether you’re looking to relax, recharge or escape the hustle of daily life, Phumula offers the perfect setting to rest and reconnect with nature.

Ocean view guest house Yakushima - Cottage
This location is very quiet & secret place for vacation home. There is a small Tatami room like a tea celemony room that you can use as yoga, meditation etc. for your private time. However, no kitchen facility. We provide an electric pot,cups,small dishies, refrigerater, microwave and oven grills toaster, so you can bring some food etc. There is sea and forest view from the guest cottage. Cottage is made in Japanese style with aromatic local cedar wood , open beams, and Shoji screens.

Loft on top of a machiya
This is a unique loft space on top of a rare 3 floors machiya located on the central island of Kyoto. On the top floor of HASU former ryokan, we have designed an ensuite appartement with 2 rooms that are like 2 small houses. One room is located on the East side, and the other on the West side, they both have their own shower. The house was renovated in 2020 in order to offer an authentic experience in an ancient ryokan, with a contemporary comfort.

\Family Friendly Apple farm/ Yokoya Farm ~KURA~
Yokoya Farm is an apple farm located on a hill. 10 mins drive from downtown of Matsumoto. We’ll host you with the idea that we want you to enjoy staying at farmer’s storehouse, kura. It’s comfortable enough to stay with minimum facilities and it left the feature of the original building. (One group only for a day) You’ll enjoy to see an apple farm. *If you have small children who can sleep with you, you can make a reservation for 5 people.
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