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The image captures a serene sunrise over a reflective body of water, with gently rolling hills in the background. Soft hues of orange and yellow illuminate the sky, creating a peaceful atmosphere. A curved road is visible in the foreground, leading towards the water.
Home in Takamatsu
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 310 reviews

"Yuyue" Bonsai no Sato, a private rental inn (with breakfast) - Located in the middle of Kagawa, a hub for getting around Setouchi -

 30 minutes by car from Takamatsu Airport and Takamatsu Station, it is a perfect base for enjoying a trip to the Seto Inland Sea by rental car or train. Free pick up and drop off from Takamatsu Station and Takamatsu Airport is available as needed. There is also a free parking lot for 10 cars, making it ideal for families with children and groups of friends.  This is a 4LDK rental accommodation with a renovated 43-year-old Japanese-style house and a Japanese garden.  Located on the high ground of Goshikiidai, you can fully enjoy the nature of the four seasons, such as an early morning walk while watching the sunrise from Sanuki-san. You can also enjoy a relaxing stay in Kagawa, such as visiting a bonsai nursery, Kokubun-ji Temple, the 80th stop on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, and walking the Shikoku Pilgrimage Route.  You can also enjoy dining and BBQ at the English garden in the flower season.  It is the perfect base for a stay where you can fully enjoy a day trip sightseeing in Setouchi, where you can reach Kotohira, a major tourist destination in Kagawa, within 40 minutes by rental car, Chichugahama, within an hour, and Tokushima Soya, Okayama, Kurashiki, etc., within an hour and a half. Guest interaction  You can freely use the grand piano room in the host's house  BBQ: Reservation required at least 3 days in advance   Other things to note  English is limited, and we mainly communicate using Pocketalk

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A serene garden setting features meticulously trimmed shrubs and a large stone planter, framed by a traditional wooden gate. Lush greenery contrasts with a clear blue sky, creating a peaceful outdoor space for relaxation.
Home in 名西郡
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 301 reviews

220-year-old Blue Merchant's Mansion with Seasonal Vegetable and Fruit Harvesting Experience

KAIWA NO SATO This old house is an indigo mansion built in the first year of the Bunsei era (1804) during the heyday of indigo. The main house and the sleeping area (a barn where indigo was stored) have been demolished due to aging, but the historic living room and garden have been preserved to allow guests to experience a little bit of that time, and it is used as a farmhouse inn. In the old days, "Indigofera" grew on the fertile land of the Yoshino River basin in Tokushima Prefecture, bringing great wealth to Tokushima Prefecture (Awa Province). Ancient documents on indigo, including cultural properties, are also available for viewing. Enjoy the charm of that era and Indigofera. ==== Feel free to pick and eat seasonal fruits and vegetables from the adjacent fields. * Please enjoy as many figs as you like in summer and autumn. Fruit examples: Spring: sweet summer Summer: Watermelon, Green Bowl (Melon) Fall: figs, pomegranates, sweet potatoes [Vegetables example] Spring: potatoes, corn, bamboo shoots, butterbur sprouts, konjac Summer: Japanese ginger, bell peppers, eggplant, tomatoes, chili peppers, cucumbers Fall: potatoes, konnyaku Winter: Daikon radish * Please contact us in advance if you have any requests, as the harvest and timing may change depending on the weather. ====

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A panoramic view showcases the lush greenery surrounding traditional buildings, framed by rolling hills and distant trees. Rice fields stretch across the landscape, reflecting the changing sky. The scene captures the tranquility of rural life, offering an inviting atmosphere for relaxation.
Home in Izumo
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

A simple yet rich rural life that has continued since the Edo period!

You can relax with your friends around the fireplace.You can enjoy Goemon baths, kamados, and old-fashioned slow life while feeling the season in the wind and sky (there is a cassette stove, IH heater, and shower).You can also cook with a wood stove and BBQ outdoors.  10 minutes by car from Izumo-shi station.Izumo Taisha is 25 minutes away.There is also a hot spring nearby.The 20 tatami mat Japanese-style room is a private bedroom, and the kitchen and toilet are shared.There is a design office in the warehouse, and it is open from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm on weekdays.You can also use thatched booths with a view.  There is also air conditioning, but in the summer, if you open the rim and hang the mosquito net, the summer night breeze invites you to sleep well.From spring to autumn, there are nostalgic voices such as frogs, higrassi, and suzuki.  If you are unfamiliar with a charcoal fire or fire, we will help you if the timing is right.Firewood is free, please bring BBQ charcoal if you use the fireplace. 1, 6 kilometers to the supermarket, and 5 kilometers to Izumo-shi station. It feels good to walk and jog on the field road, river bank, etc. early in the morning. Pets are requested in the dirt floor.In July and August, please enjoy the blueberries in the garden.

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A well-maintained garden path leads to a traditional two-story house framed by lush greenery. Sunlight filters through the leaves, illuminating various shrubs and trees surrounding the home. The clear blue sky above creates a serene outdoor environment.
Home in Chichibu
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 232 reviews

Minpaku Aoyama is an entire Japanese-style house.

Floor plan and facilities [1st floor] ◾️Tea room (8 tatami) ◾️Floor space (8 tatami, can be used as a bedroom) ◾️Dining room (gas stove,  oven range, rice cooker, fridge,  various dishes, air conditioner) ◾️Western-style room (vinyl record player, CD player,   Air conditioner) ◾️toilet ◾️Bathroom [2nd floor] ◾️Bedroom (8 tatami, 7, 5 tatami,  There is a shared air conditioner for the two rooms) ◾️toilet ◾️Courtyard (BBQ grill,  Table rental available) [Neighborhood Information] (within 10 minutes by car) ○Hot spring facility, ○winery, ○whiskey brewery, ○golf course, ○Ureshino Shrine (Ryusei Festival),○ fruit road (strawberries, grapes, blueberries), ○convenience store - ○Super market ○Ryusei Kaikan Roadside Station/Farm Stand (a few minutes on foot)

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The living room features traditional wooden beams and shoji screens that provide a view of the garden. A low wooden table is centered on tatami mats, with a cozy rattan chair nearby. Soft natural light fills the space, complemented by warm wooden tones.
Home in Setagaya City
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

/Japanese Old Traditional Style House_HARUNOYA

We renovated a traditional Japanese house that was formerly a teahouse for Airbnb. The architect is Saeko Yamada. Although it is a small space of about 10 tatami, it is a historic house wrapped in soft and colorful light, and we hope you will have an experience that sharpens your senses. It is located in a quiet residential area, so it can only be used by those who follow the house rules. * As a general rule, this building does not allow visitors other than guests. * We renovated an old Japanese-style house, which used to be a tea room, for use on Airbnb. The architect was Suzuko Yamada. * As a rule, this building is not open to non-guests. *

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A beach setting features a portable chair and a small table positioned on smooth pebbles. The sun is rising over the horizon, casting a warm glow on the tranquil ocean, creating a serene atmosphere with water gently lapping at the shore.
Home in Odawara
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

1min to the Ocean! Renovated Villa for Your Only

1 min from the Pacific Ocean! It is a meticulous renovation house, located close to the "Tunnel Leading to the Sea", a famous photogenic shooting spot. At dawn and sunset, anytime you can visit to the shore. No limit, no wall, only the Horizon and the Sky. Inside this house is fully renovated for comfortable staying. A kitchen, bathroom and a toilet , laundry machine and dryer is installed and free for use. A couple or family of 2-4 is suite on here! Also, 6-minute walk from the Hakone Loop.

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The interior of the traditional house features a spacious room with tatami flooring and sliding paper doors. Natural light filters through large windows, illuminating a wooden table surrounded by comfortable seating. Lush greenery is visible outside, creating a serene atmosphere.
Home in Fujieda
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 554 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.

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A spacious living area is highlighted by natural wood beams and a traditional fireplace. Comfortable seating arrangements are provided, with a low table at the center. A dining area with a large table is visible in the background, bathed in natural light from large windows.
Home in 飛騨市古川町殿町
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 358 reviews

IORI SETOGAWA【Luxury Antique house with Sauna】

IORI SETOGAWA is a renovated traditional townhouse located in the center of "Setogawa river and Shirakabe Dozo Street", a famous street for its beauty in Hida Furukawa. You can enjoy a special time spent in an extraordinary space, gathering with family or friends while watching the flickering flames from the wood stove. The bathroom is equipped with a private sauna, aroma oil, Hida cypress bathtub, and open-air bath space, making you to enjoy an extraordinary experience of relaxation.

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A spacious living area features a low wooden table surrounded by comfortable seating. Natural light enters through sliding shoji doors, revealing a serene garden view that includes snow-dusted rocks and greenery. Traditional Japanese aesthetics are blended with modern comfort in this inviting space.
Home in Kyoto
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 324 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.

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A spacious tatami room features traditional wooden architecture and a sunlit area with large sliding doors. A central hearth surrounded by tatami mats and round cushions creates a welcoming space. Natural light filters through shoji screens, illuminating the harmonious interior design.
Home in Kameoka
5 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

Kyoto countryside , 5 min.from Hozugawa kudari

Experience traditional Japanese hospitality with all the modern conveniences. Tsuzumi and Christian welcome you join them in their beautifully restored 150 year old traditional Japanese home, located in the picturesque village of Kameoka, 25 minutes from Kyoto . Hozugawa kudari departure is 5 minutes from the house,Torokko train station 5 minutes from the house, Arashiyama is 10 minutes by train. Prices are intended with breakfast. Many experiences available ask us.

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A spacious living area features large glass windows offering a panoramic view of Mount Fuji. The room includes modern furniture, with a dining table and chairs positioned near the windows, allowing for an inviting atmosphere that connects indoor comfort with the stunning outdoor scenery.
Home in Fujiyoshida
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Panoramic views of Mt. Fuji / 140㎡/Luxury stay

Breathtaking Mt. Fuji moments and the warmth of Japan. Unforgettable memories. 【Recommend staying for two nights or more and coming by car!!】 Enjoy panoramic views of Mt. Fuji, explore the area by electric bike, movies on a projector, have a terrace BBQ! ●Chureito Pagoda nearby ●Convenience store 1 min. ●Lake Kawaguchi 5 min. by car ●Many tourists spot around our place. ●Movies on projector ●BBQ at Terrace ●Supermarket, 100yen shop, drug store 5min. by car

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A moss-covered stone lantern is prominently featured in the foreground, surrounded by a lush garden filled with greenery. Tall trees provide shade, while a stone pathway guides the view deeper into the tranquil outdoor space, creating a serene atmosphere.
Home in Takayama
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 223 reviews

Kusa no Niwa | 100-Year Machiya Lodge in Takayama

Kusa no Niwa is a traditional Japanese-style house with a courtyard and corridors that was built more than 130 years ago. The entire house with a size of 100 square meters will be lent privately to a single group with a maximum capacity of 6 persons. You will find a fusuma, a sliding door with a paper panel, painted by a famous Japanese Painter, which can be also found in the Taue’s House, an Important Cultural Property, located in Nyukawa Town.

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