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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.
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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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ABURARI 関西空港から僅か9分 苔むす日本庭園が人気の古民家の宿(3名まで同一料金)
関西空港から電車で9分、徒歩5分で到着します。日本の伝統的な商人のお屋敷(古民家)を全て一棟お貸しします。油利は私達の家に代々伝わる屋号です。 ただ泊まるだけのゲストハウスではなく、ご家族や友人だけで、他のグループに気兼ねすることなく、ゆっくりと暮らすような日本の旅をお楽しみください。 日本の伝統文化に興味のある方や鬼滅の刃やナルトなどのアニメの愛好家にも大人気のお宿です。古民家ですが、ゲストの皆様に快適にお過ごしいただけるように全てリノベーション済みです。 1人から10人までのご家族やグループでのご宿泊に幅広くご利用いただけます。(3名まで料金は変わりません) 【他のゲストハウスにはない最高のおもてなし】 12畳の広々とした奥座敷と縁側を挟んで広がる日本庭園は、伝統的な日本建築の神髄です。広々とした畳の間で日本庭園を眺めながらお寛ぎください。 米蔵を改造したリビングルームは、200年前にタイムスリップできます。 【長期滞在に対応】 デスク、チェアー、ホワイトボードを用意しています。ワーキングスペースとしてもご利用いただけます。28日以上の宿泊者に割引プランもご用意しています。
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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.
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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.
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Lemon tree hotel
Lemon tree hotel - The Main House 未完成」を慈しむ、男木島の静寂。 ここには、便利なものは何もない。 ただ、あなたの五感を刺激するものだけに、身を委ねてほしい。 「未完成」を慈しむ、120年の時を紡ぐ古民家。迷路のような石段を登り、海に浮かぶようなベッドルームに身を委ねれば、瀬戸内海の鼓動がすぐそこに感じられます。建築家・安部良氏との対話から生まれたこの場所は、土地の記憶を纏うアートホテル。ここでの滞在は、あなた自身がこの島の一部となる物語です。 ◆瀬戸内海・男木島へのアクセス 直島からの旅の続きとして、以下のルートが便利です。 ●公共交通機関: 直島→高松港→男木島(フェリー) ●ボートタクシー: 直島から男木島へ約30分の冒険(事前予約を承ります) ◆島の恵みを綴る食事:土地の恵みから仕立てるペスカタリアン・ミール。地魚と自家栽培ハーブが奏でる循環の物語を(夕朝食 1名¥5,500 ※ヴィーガン対応可)。 ◆島旅のサポート:滞在前から島民の視点であなたの旅をサポートします。(ご予約後にリクエストフォームを送付)
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A historical villa and garden full of nature
A private retreat of Japanese beauty in Arita, a town renowned for its pottery. This 130-year-old traditional villa, originally built by a founder of Arita Bank, has been renovated and is reserved exclusively for one group. Surrounded by a Japanese garden with a privately owned mountain as its backdrop, guests can enjoy seasonal scenery in tranquility. It is also an ideal base for exploring nearby destinations such as Nagasaki, Unzen, Ureshino, Sasebo, Hirado, and Huis Ten Bosch.
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【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.
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Beautiful Mid-century Japanese Villa
The Layer Ito - One of Conde Nast Traveler's top Airbnbs in Japan! This mid-century home has been deeply cared for since it was built by highly skilled craftsmen in 1968. If your dates are not available in Ito, we are happy to introduce our sister property, The Layer Atami Garden. This spacious, recently renovated 1930s villa with a private garden and large onsen bath near Kinomiya Shrine in Atami is also available to book on Airbnb. Please send us a message to enquire
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富士山絶景露天風呂|最大10名|BBQ・屋根付きバルコニーのあるテラスハウス
Private terrace house with Mt. Fuji views Up to 10 guests (ideal for families & groups) 9 min drive from Kawaguchiko Station Outdoor bath with stunning Mt. Fuji view Covered BBQ balcony (Weber grill optional) 2 bedrooms / 4 double beds + 2 futons Comfortable Magniflex mattresses 2 toilets, 2 wash areas, 2 shower rooms 55” TV, full kitchen, WiFi, washer & dryer 10 min walk: convenience stores & supermarket 7 min drive to Lake Kawaguchi Free parking (up to 2 cars)
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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. Up to 5guests
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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.
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高山駅徒歩3分の好立地・1棟貸(7名迄)・信楽焼露天風呂・掘りごたつ・無料駐車場付
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OrganicLifestyle小満|森のプライベートコテージ、1泊朝食付・2名様(最大6名様)
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Cliff Cabin — Outdoor Bath, National Park
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Tokyo Kids Castle | 130㎡ | 新宿20分 | 駅1分
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和風ライトアップ/BBQ/囲炉裏/恵那市車15分/一日一組貸切/古民家まほろば
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【Shukuhonjin gamo】120㎡★100y Machiya★Delicate Yard
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Kyoto countryside , 5 min.from Hozugawa kudari
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Haruya Guesthouse
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高級舟宿 Kansha ※車椅子ご利用の方に限り(1級障害者手帳提示)宿泊料金の50%を返金致します
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河口湖と富士山の絶景を独占できる一棟貸し別荘 サウナのある広々とした屋根付きのバルコニー
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緑に囲まれ、高台で入田浜の潮風を感じる空間 3 LDK【ブルークレール】
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Traditional Japanese House | Mt.Fuji | Hinoki Bath
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バス3分・箱根別荘/BBQ・焚き火/天然温泉・サウナ・水風呂・ホームシアター/雨天時BBQ・焚き火可
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IORI SETOGAWA【Luxury Antique house with Sauna】
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Cozy House in Historic District|ichi Mimitsu
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富士山ビューの 一棟貸切宿「月詠」|モダンと和の上質空間 湖畔公園まで 徒歩圏内
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黒川紀章設計による自然の中の記念碑的カプセル住宅 Capsule House-K
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瀬戸内海国立公園に誕生した一棟VILLA。舟形サウナ付き。ART。
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ふたつのアルプスを望む築100年の土蔵宿/長野県伊那谷/土蔵一棟貸し宿「原ヽ居」
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Bay View Nature Villa"
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里山の自然に住むように泊まる小さな家
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Kotone; experience luxury & Japanese traditions
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Private Traditional Japanese House【nagare】AlpsView
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Elegant Japanese Villa|136㎡|8 Guests|4min Walk
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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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