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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.

A spacious, 221-year-old private house in the center of Tsumagojuku!
This is an old house built 221 years ago, located in the center of Tsumago-juku. The 20-tatami living room has a sunken hearth (currently unavailable) and you can enjoy the old Japanese private house. There are 3 bedrooms, so you can stay with a large number of people, such as family and friends. No meals are provided. You are welcome to use the full kitchen freely. There is a backyard at the end of the dirt floor that continues from the entrance, and you can walk around freely. Equipped with WiFi and an automatic lifting table, teleworking is also possible for long-term stays. Please have a relaxing time in this quiet old house. We look forward to seeing you !

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.

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.

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.

K's Villa Kamogawa - Excellent River View
K's Villa Kamogawa-an is an authentic Kyoto style wooden house located right beside the Kamo river only 3 mins walk from Shichijo station. Maximum 7 guests, Suitable for 2 - 5 guests Please ensure you select the correct number of guests when booking <Important> Please come to K's Villa Office (K's House Kyoto) to CHECK-IN before 20:30pm. ※Please do NOT go to K's Villa directly. ・If you arrive before 16:00, we can keep your luggage at K' s Villa Office(K's House Kyoto) anytime after 9:00am.

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.

Lemon tree hotel
瀬戸内海・男木島。石段の先に佇むLemon tree hotelは、建築家・安部良氏との対話により生まれた「未完成のアートホテル」です。建物の随所に、素材の循環と再生への問いかけが込められています。ここでは、静寂と対話を通じて、自分自身を取り戻す時間をお過ごしください。 ◆旅のコンシェルジュ 大切な旅のプランニングから、思い出を振り返るその時まで。島民ならではの視点で、あなたの旅をサポートします。 ◆島の恵みのペスカタリアン・ミール 島内にはレストランやスーパーが無く、都市部のような便利なゴミ回収もありません。ゲストのお食事はこちらで準備しております。ルームチャージと別料金ですが、お食事代が必要となります。(夕食&朝食¥5,500/1泊/1名) 島の新鮮な魚介と、野菜、私たちが育てたハーブをふんだんに使った「ペスカタリアン・ミール」を心を込めて提供します。※ヴィーガンミールなどの対応可 ◆資源を循環するハーバルサウナ 島の廃材とハーブで身体を癒やすスチームサウナ(¥3,300 ※7月~10月)。 ◆ご予約確定後、滞在のリクエストをお伺いするフォームをお送りします。

Private chalet Stay / Free Sake / easy Kanazawa
Welcome to our renovated 100years building. Enjoy our spacious home with an on-site sake bar in an old warehouse, open to both guests and locals. Use the hearth at your request; we'll light it upon arrival. Original wood, furniture, and equipment add a unique touch. A brief room tour is included during check-in. Nearby attractions: Shirayama-hime and Kinken Shrine. Kanazawa is a 20-minute drive, or take the Ishikawa Line. Personalized local recommendations available upon request.

Quan|Japanese Room・Ocean View・Private Sauna
客室から時間毎表情の変わる海を眺め、サンセットには沈む太陽が楽しめます。 Quanは"経済や物質に縛られない幸福"をテーマにゲストへ滞在体験を通してサウナやベッドスパを含め様々な癒しと心の静寂を提供することを目的としております。 ご滞在の中でぜひホストとのコミュニケーション、恩納村の美しい海の景色とともにご希望される内容をお知らせくださいませ。 また、施設利用にあたり別項目(その他留意事項)に必ずお目通しをお願いいたします。 *サウナは別途有料のご案内です。 ✴︎宿全体の写真では表面的には繋がっていますが、各客室玄関から独立した構造により[1棟貸し]でご滞在をお楽しみいただけます。 ★お子様の宿泊に関する注意事項(12歳以下) 等施設は木造建築の為、隣の客室に音が響きやすい構造となっております。 客室内の階段には、手すりがございません。 2階のバルコニーの手すりの幅が広いため十分に気を付けて頂く必要うがございます。 1階のテラスの前は、崖になっております。 12歳以下のお子様の宿泊の際にはこの点をご理解の上ご予約をお願いいたします。

Outdoor Wood-fired Onsen · Traditional Farmhouse
Stay at Ryunohara Hatago, a lovingly restored 120-year-old farmhouse in Ryujinmura — Japan’s spiritual heartlands. Soak in a wood-fired outdoor onsen filled with the silky-smooth waters of Ryujin, a hot spring renowned for over 1,200 years. Swim in the Hidakagawa River, walk ancient pilgrimage trails, and explore the Kii Peninsula by car. A self-guided stay for independent travellers who want to slow down, cook, and reconnect with nature.

Artist's house in Kyoto with a big cypress bath
Welcome to Art House Shirakawa Yagi Our guesthouse is a renovated 80-year-old traditional Kyoto house where art and everyday life come together. We have welcomed over 1,000 groups of guests from around the world. Enjoy & relax in the spacious hinoki cypress bath, and experience a peaceful side of Kyoto away from the crowds. Half of the house is our family home, offering a glimpse of authentic Kyoto life while providing a spacious stay.
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A simple yet rich rural life that has continued since the Edo period!

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Tokyo Kids Castle | 130 ㎡ | 20 minutes from Shinjuku | 1 minute from station

Japanese-style lighting/BBQ/Irori/15 minutes by car to Ena City/Private rental for one group per day/Old house Mahoroba

【Shukuhonjin gamo】120㎡★100y Machiya★Delicate Yard
Traditional Japanese House 74㎡ Osaka Namba KIX

Haruya Guesthouse

Kiyomizu Area | Machiya House | 6 Guests | Gion
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Luxury Boat Inn Kansha * 50% of the accommodation fee will be refunded only for wheelchair users (with presentation of a Class 1 disability certificate)

Igeno Funaya/Boathouse/Sea in front/On the sea/Funaya/Private rental/Fishing/Amanohashidate/Central Igeno

Open-air Komyoseki Onsen bath and barrel sauna/1-minute walk to Miyagawa Asaichi/on-site parking

3-minute bus ride / Hakone Besso / BBQ / campfire / natural hot spring / sauna / hot tub / home theater / BBQ and campfire available in rainy weather

A house with a view of Mt. Fuji from all rooms. Enjoy a BBQ and wood-burning stove while looking at Mt. Fuji.

Forests, architecture, and art Yatsugatake Minami Fumoto Blackbird Stopover

Shodoshima, 30 seconds to the sea, you can see the sea from any room
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A historical villa and garden full of nature

A standalone villa located in Setonaikaiguchi National Park. With a boat-shaped sauna. ART.

A Satoyama Private Retreat in Nara

Terrace House with BBQ and Covered Balcony | Maximum of 10 Guests | Open-air Bath with a Spectacular View of Mt. Fuji

Electricity and WiFi from space. A single house. Off-grid cottages in Yanbaru National Park

Authentic Japanese Villa in Kyoto The Lodge MIWA

A quiet private villa with a superb view terrace overlooking Mt. Fuji and Lake Yamanaka, where you can also enjoy a BBQ and sauna!

Entire house rental Old but New Warehouse Starry Sky BBQ Bonfire Open-air bath Nature Cat Old house Firewood stove No snow
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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