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Experience luxurious kaiseki cuisine, local specialties, and meticulously prepared breakfasts that showcase the finest cooking methods. With the rise of immersive travel experiences, inns and their dining options have become increasingly sophisticated. Why not embark on a trip focused on discovering exceptional lodging and meals? Enjoy dishes that delight both your heart and your stomach.

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You Can Feel the Local Life Local Production for Local Consumption

Eating local specialties is the real pleasure of traveling. There are various local dishes from all over Japan, and if they are prepared with local ingredients, it will make you feel like you are traveling. There are hotels that serve freshly-cooked food made from the freshest ingredients, as well as inns that offer comforting home-cooked meals and dishes that give you a taste of village and seaside life, so there are many ways to utilize local ingredients. Try searching for your favorite theme.

Refresh Body and Mind Healthy Cuisine

Recently, many hotels have adopted the concept of ``improving your physical condition while staying in isolation,'' and it has become possible to take a more serious approach, such as incorporating macrobiotics, medicinal foods, fermented foods, and raw foods. The inn's unique commitment to using organic vegetables, natural cultivation, and ingredients from contracted farms shines through. In recent years, some inns have adopted vegetarian foods, which have been attracting attention in Japan. A journey to reset your body and mind with healthy food.

Stimulates All Senses Open Kitchen

The open kitchen, where chefs prepare steaks, sushi, tempura, and Japanese, Western, and Chinese desserts right in front of your eyes, is one of the elements that makes your meal more enjoyable. Not only can you enjoy freshly made food, but you can also order the doneness and seasoning to suit your mood. The lively production will spark conversation, and is sure to bring smiles to your family and friends. Enjoy a meal prepared for guests that stimulates all five senses.

Keywords to Know the Current State of Special Cuisine

You Can Feel the Local Life Local Production for Local Consumption

Eating local specialties is the real pleasure of traveling. There are various local dishes from all over Japan, and if they are prepared with local ingredients, it will make you feel like you are traveling. There are hotels that serve freshly-cooked food made from the freshest ingredients, as well as inns that offer comforting home-cooked meals and dishes that give you a taste of village and seaside life, so there are many ways to utilize local ingredients. Try searching for your favorite theme.

Refresh Body and Mind Healthy Cuisine

Recently, many hotels have adopted the concept of ``improving your physical condition while staying in isolation,'' and it has become possible to take a more serious approach, such as incorporating macrobiotics, medicinal foods, fermented foods, and raw foods. The inn's unique commitment to using organic vegetables, natural cultivation, and ingredients from contracted farms shines through. In recent years, some inns have adopted vegetarian foods, which have been attracting attention in Japan. A journey to reset your body and mind with healthy food.

Stimulates All Senses Open Kitchen

The open kitchen, where chefs prepare steaks, sushi, tempura, and Japanese, Western, and Chinese desserts right in front of your eyes, is one of the elements that makes your meal more enjoyable. Not only can you enjoy freshly made food, but you can also order the doneness and seasoning to suit your mood. The lively production will spark conversation, and is sure to bring smiles to your family and friends. Enjoy a meal prepared for guests that stimulates all five senses.

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Relax Like at Home In-Room Dining Available

In-room dining allows you to relax and enjoy your meal in the privacy of your guest room. It's heavenly to be able to enjoy freshly prepared or freshly prepared meals in relaxed clothes right after taking a bath, without having to dress up like you would when going out to a restaurant. Also, if you are traveling with a family with small or restless children, you can rest assured that they will eat in your room. Adults can also enjoy their meals leisurely without worrying about their surroundings. It's also nice to be able to continue enjoying a relaxing drink after dinner.

  • Ibusuki Shusuien

    Kagoshima

    Ibusuki Shusuien

    いぶすき秀水園

    Vivid Plates Reflecting the Taste of the Season

    A formal Japanese inn located in Ibusuki Onsen that has a reputation for its cuisine. Ranked No.1 for 40 consecutive years in the Dish category, which comprehensively evaluates food, including menu, tableware, taste, and presentation, in the "100 Japanese Hotels and Ryokan Selected by Professionals" sponsored by a tourism and travel industry magazine. The seasonal kaiseki cuisine, which incorporates local fish such as yellowtail and amberjack, as well as Kagoshima ingredients, is truly exquisite. Breakfast includes dishes made with seasonal local produce. Kagoshima flavors such as fish cakes and satsuma soup are also popular. Meals are served in your room or in a completely private room.

  • Aoyama Yamato

    Shizuoka

    Aoyama Yamato

    青山やまと

    Atmospheric Ryokan Overlooking the Famous Hot Springs of Ito

    This hot spring inn, which overlooks the city of Ito and the sea, is one of Izu's leading inns. Inside the inn, designed with traditional Japanese flair, guests will find a large public bath, an open-air bath, and a private cypress bath for families. Three blended hot springs create water that is gentle on the skin and known for leaving it smooth. There are also a variety of guest rooms with open-air baths where you can enjoy the water straight from the source in the comfort of your own room. Dinner is a Japanese banquet meal that lavishly incorporates the seasonal bounty of Izu. You can also choose your main dish and aperitif depending on your mood that day.

  • Gyominan Maruki Main Building

    Chiba

    Gyominan Maruki Main Building

    魚眠庵マルキ本館

    Find Bliss in Kamogawa River's Hot Springs and Fine Cuisine

    Nestled in Kamogawa City, Chiba Prefecture, this intimate hot spring inn features only six guest rooms. Each room is thoughtfully designed with its own distinctive charm, allowing guests to choose according to their mood or preference. The serene and refined atmosphere invites complete relaxation. Within the inn are six baths in total, including open-air, indoor, and private baths, all filled with Kamogawa Onsen "Nagisa no Yu," known for its deeply soothing effects. Originally a local fishmonger, the inn also takes pride in its exceptionally fresh seafood, offering seasonal fish dishes that delight all five senses. Blending the essence of Kamogawa’s relaxation, hot springs, and fine cuisine, this retreat offers the perfect setting to fully experience the beauty of the region.

  • 99glam

    Akita

    99glam

    99glam

    A Facility Showcasing the Charm of Nikaho Through Cuisine and Stays

    "99glam" is a glamping facility in Nikaho City, Akita, modeled after the scenery of Kisakata (Kujukushima), a nationally designated natural monument. In addition to accommodation plans with dinner, the facility also offers day trip barbecues, which use an abundance of ingredients from Akita and Nikaho City, such as fresh seafood caught in the Sea of Japan and seasonal vegetables. Depending on the plan, you can enjoy local flavors such as a luxurious barbecue including "Hinai Jidori chicken" thighs or dishes using the local specialty, candied figs.

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I Want to Have Luxury While Traveling An Inn Where You Can Enjoy Luxurious Meals

When I go on a trip, I want to eat luxurious and delicious food. Choose from accommodations with the food you want to eat, such as inns that pride themselves on seafood dishes made with fresh local fish, auberges that use locally sourced ingredients to serve dishes that look like works of art, and hotel restaurants that offer a variety of gorgeous dinner courses. Why not choose one? Also, when it comes to dinner plans, we recommend choosing something premium. There is a high probability that you will come across delicious food that is unique to the area.

  • Okudogo Ichiyu no Mori

    Ehime

    Okudogo Ichiyu no Mori

    奥道後 壱湯の守

    Source-Fed Baths Surrounded by Okudogo Forest

    Set on the expansive grounds of Okudogo Onsen at the foot of the mountains, this hot spring inn features "Suimei no Yu," one of the largest open-air baths in western Japan at approximately 1,508m², comprising seven types of baths with free-flowing water from Okudogo Onsen, known for its skin-smoothing qualities. Dining is served buffet-style with a wide variety of dishes prepared using ingredients from Ehime. In the Japanese garden, "Sangen Chaya" offers kaiseki cuisine featuring seafood from the Seto Inland Sea and Ehime’s branded meat, "Iyo Beef." The surrounding grounds bloom with seasonal flowers throughout the year, creating a setting suited to strolling in a yukata while taking in the hot spring atmosphere.

  • Kaminoyama Azumaya

    Yamagata

    Kaminoyama Azumaya

    果実の山 あづま屋

    Enjoy a Relaxing Moment with the Spectacular View from the Open-Air Bath and Famous Hot Springs

    Kaminoyama Azumaya is a long-established inn located in Kaminoyama Onsen, which flourished as a post town during the Edo period and has been bustling with travelers since ancient times, having been open for more than 560 years. The inn, which was renamed "Kaminoyama" after the fruit kingdom of Yamagata, will soothe the fatigue of your travels with its comfortable rooms and famous hot springs. Dinner is creative cuisine that takes advantage of Yamagata's unique seasonal delicacies. Enjoy unique dishes based on Japanese cuisine, skillfully incorporating Western and Chinese techniques that our head chef specializes in. The welcome wine provided upon arrival is also popular.

  • TheMana Village

    Kouchi

    TheMana Village

    TheMana Village

    A Resort Hotel Located Within a National Park Surrounded by Nature

    A hotel located in Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park in Kochi Prefecture. "TheMana" in the name "TheMana Village" is a word that means "very" in the dialect of the Kochi-Hata area, and a Hawaiian word that means "supernatural power" or "power that dwells in life." The word "Mana" was chosen to express the desire to "provide value that can be experienced in this place where you can feel the true power of nature." It is a place where you can fully enjoy the extraordinary experience that comes from being so far away.

  • Hotel Chourakukan

    Kyoto

    Hotel Chourakukan

    ホテル長楽館

    Elegant Historic Residence Framing a Calm and Refined Stay

    Built in 1909 as a guesthouse for distinguished visitors to Kyoto, "Chourakukan" is a nationally designated Important Cultural Property. Now operated as a boutique hotel with an annex containing six guest rooms, the property offers attentive service within an intimate setting. From the guest rooms and viewing spaces, cultural landmarks such as Heian Shrine and seasonal scenery can be seen, while in winter, the gentle glow of the wood-burning fireplace creates a warm atmosphere. In June 2025, the hotel joined "SLH (Small Luxury Hotels of the World)," a collection of distinctive independent hotels.

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Enjoy Both Famous Hot Springs and Delicacies An Inn Where You Can Also Enjoy Hot Springs

Food and hot springs are the best parts of traveling. Why not plan a slightly greedy trip that will make both of those things come true? The feast you enjoy after relaxing in the hot springs is special. If you have a room with an open-air bath, there are many inns where you can have your meals served in your room, so you can enjoy the hot springs and meals in a private space. If you're staying at an inn that has several bathhouses within the hotel, you won't have to worry about eating too much because the food is so delicious as long as you enjoy touring the hot springs and burn off some calories. Enjoy your trip to the hot springs and delicacies of your choice.

  • Hotel Kazuno Oyu Onsen - Hometown of the Jomon Era

    Akita

    Hotel Kazuno Oyu Onsen - Hometown of the Jomon Era

    縄文のふる里 大湯温泉 ホテル鹿角

    Enjoy the Historic Hot Springs of Oyu Onsen and the Local Cuisine of Kazuno

    This hot spring inn is Oyu Onsen Village, at the southern entrance to Lake Towada. There are 92 rooms in total, from spacious suites to single rooms, and a variety of types are available, making it popular with families and group trips, as well as business travelers and women traveling alone. The inn is proud of its dishes, which are carefully prepared using selected ingredients. Enjoy the kaiseki cuisinhad e, full of seasonal flavors, centered around kiritanpo nabe, varioused in Kazuno. The inn is located near the Oyu Stone Circle, a Jomon period ruin (Japan’s prehistoric era, approx. 14,000–300 BCE), and is about a 40-minute drive from Lake Towada, making it an ideal base for sightseeing.

  • Yokikan

    Shizuoka

    Yokikan

    陽気館

    Relax in Silence at a Hot Spring Ryokan With Its Own Two Sources

    Surrounded by the lush nature of Izu, "Yokikan" was founded in 1910. Though it is only a 10-minute walk from JR Ito Station, its tranquil appearance evokes the dignity of a long-established inn. With two private hot springs with different spring qualities, you can enjoy 100% natural hot spring baths 24 hours a day. Board the inn’s iconic funicular to reach the expansive hilltop open-air bath. It is in an excellent location with a panoramic view of the sea and Ito city. The open-air bathing experience, where you can feel the sky close by, is a luxury that cannot be experienced in the city. After enjoying the hot springs, savor the delicacies of the mountains and sea and enjoy your trip to Izu in body and mind.

  • Aso Resort Grandvrio Hotel

    Kumamoto

    Aso Resort Grandvrio Hotel

    阿蘇リゾートグランヴィリオホテル

    Enjoy Resort Life in the Great Outdoors of MT. Aso

    Located at the foot of the majestic Five Mountains of Aso, this hotel is surrounded by beautiful nature. It features natural hot springs that flow directly from the source, which will soothe your travel fatigue and a restaurant with a menu of locally produced dishes. On the premises, there is a golf course with a spectacular view of the outer rim of Mt. Aso, and there are plenty of activities for parents and children to enjoy together, catering to a wide range of ages and situations. In addition to being a tourist in Kumamoto, it is also recommended as a place to stay on a golf trip. It can be used for various occasions, such as trips for two to enjoy nature, family trips, and group trips.

  • Hospitality with fragrant flowers Suzaki Ryokan

    Saitama

    Hospitality with fragrant flowers Suzaki Ryokan

    香り豊かな花のおもてなし 須崎旅館

    Delicious, Nutritious Cuisine Made from Local Chichibu Ingredients

    A long-established inn that has been operating since the Meiji era in Ogano, Chichibu, which is known for Kabuki. Antique accessories create a nostalgic, nostalgic atmosphere that will soothe you. The dinner, which you can enjoy in the comfort of your own room, is made with locally sourced ingredients and seasoned with gentle flavors carefully selected by the hostess. You can enjoy delicious dishes such as the inn's famous "Joshu beef shabu-shabu" and "wild boar hot pot." We also offer hand-tasting sake, so you can enjoy it with your meal. For breakfast, the "candied rainbow trout" and "grilled log shiitake mushrooms" are exquisite.

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A Meal That Both Adults and Children Will Enjoy A Family-Friendly Accommodation

When traveling as a family with a wide range of age groups, we pay close attention to what we eat. Adults and children eat different foods, and young people and older people have different tastes. Recently, many inns are focusing on buffet meals, and in addition to a variety of menus that will please both adults and children, some also offer deluxe menus made with luxurious ingredients and local dishes. We also recommend ordering a children's menu, such as ``Children's Kaiseki,'' or adding your favorite dishes as a special order.

  • Kangetsuan Shintoyo

    Hiroshima

    Kangetsuan Shintoyo

    閑月庵新豊

    Tranquil Serenity Reserved at the Setting of an Academy Award-Winning Film

    A private accommodation limited to one group per day, offering views of the colorful island-dotted scenery of the Seto Inland Sea framed by Edo-period window structures. Time passes quietly as you gaze out over the sea, with gentle waves and shifting light creating a tranquil setting. Dinner features creative Japanese cuisine prepared exclusively for guests by a dedicated chef, using freshly caught seafood from Akinada and island-grown vegetables. History, scenic beauty, and cuisine come together in a private stay immersed in the story of Mitarai.

  • Richmond Hotel Nagoya Shinkansenguchi

    Aichi

    Richmond Hotel Nagoya Shinkansenguchi

    リッチモンドホテル名古屋新幹線口

    A Perfect Space to Unwind in a Prime Location

    The hotel is conveniently located approximately a 7-minute walk from JR Nagoya Station. The hotel offers a relaxing atmosphere focusing on items to ensure a comfortable stay for a wide range of guests. All rooms are havearge desk where you can do desk work, a large TV, an air purifier, and Wi-Fi. The bright and calming space is equipped with Simmons beds that are designed to provide the best possible sleep. A fulfilling stay awaits at this hotel, where guests are greeted with warm smiles and genuine hospitality.

  • Haku, Fuji Yamanakako

    Yamanashi

    Haku, Fuji Yamanakako

    羽玖 富士山中湖

    A Private Auberge Offering Scenic Views and Fine Dining in the Guest Room

    This private inn is situated in front of Nagaike Waterfront Park, which offers stunning views of both Lake Yamanaka and Mount Fuji. The guest rooms feature outdoor baths that provide panoramic views of the lake, delivering an exceptional bathing experience amidst the seasonal changes. On the first floor, "Restaurant RIKU" is renowned for its traditional Japanese cuisine, crafted with seasonal ingredients from Yamanashi Prefecture and premium produce carefully sourced from across Japan. The venue also offers a variety of dining experiences, from a conveyor belt sushi counter to a live kitchen, while a tea room provides opportunities to engage with Japanese culture. Here, guests can savour both the distinctive scenery and the rich flavours unique to this setting.

  • Kinugawa Onsen Hotel

    Tochigi

    Kinugawa Onsen Hotel

    鬼怒川温泉ホテル

    A Long-Established Inn Offering 10 Types of Hot Springs to Relax Your Mind and Body

    Blending the functionality of a hotel with the warm hospitality of a traditional ryokan, this long-established inn in Kinugawa Onsen embraces the concept of "Yui-tabi"—a journey that connects people. All 162 guest rooms are thoughtfully designed for guests of all generations. The renowned Kinugawa Onsen’s soothing waters can be enjoyed in two large communal baths, each featuring five different types of baths, as well as in two private open-air baths. Dinner follows the theme of a "dynamic buffet," offering a Japanese, Western, and Chinese buffet featuring authentic stone-oven grilled dishes, or the refined "Yuiza Kaiseki" served in a private dining room.

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