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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.

  • THE GLAMPING Hakone Jukkoku Pass

    Shizuoka

    THE GLAMPING Hakone Jukkoku Pass

    THE GLAMPING 箱根十国峠

    "Glamping in the Sky" With Views That Stretch for Miles

    "THE GLAMPING Hakone Jukkoku Pass" is a glamping resort nestled in the vast natural surroundings of Jukkoku Toge, located between Atami City in Shizuoka and Hakone Town in Kanagawa. The area takes its name from the ten historical provinces that were once visible from this very spot - offering breathtaking panoramic views that remain just as impressive today. Among the 14 villas, some feature rooftop sky decks where the sky feels just within reach. Spend a private moment embraced by sweeping night views and star-filled skies.

  • Hotel Gyokusen, Kyokusui-no-Niwa

    Shimane

    Hotel Gyokusen, Kyokusui-no-Niwa

    曲水の庭 ホテル玉泉

    Spacious Bath Filled with Silky Beauty Hot Spring Water

    Tamatsukuri Onsen in Shimane Prefecture, also known as the "Hot Spring of the Gods", has a history dating back to the Nara period (710–794). "Kyokusui-no-Niwa Hotel Gyokusen" features an expansive bathing facility of approximately 1,050m², offering a tranquil setting to fully appreciate the therapeutic waters. The "Iwa-no-yu" bath highlights the natural beauty of stone, while "Hinoki-no-yu" offers the gentle fragrance and smooth texture of cypress wood. The facility also includes an open-air bath and sauna. For an additional fee, overnight guests can enjoy private baths named "Hakucho" and "Kuromatsu", inspired by Shimane’s prefectural bird and tree, offering a serene and exclusive experience.

  • 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.

  • Villa SHINOBI

    Okayama

    Villa SHINOBI

    Villa SHINOBI -忍-

    An Inn Offering Bliss on a Small Island in the Seto Inland Sea

    A private villa reserved for one group per day, located on Kashirajima Island in the sea in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture. A purely Japanese-style house built about 30 years ago was renovated with a fusion of Japanese and Western themes. We have everything you need to enjoy your time, including a sauna, 100-inch projector screen, karaoke, massage chairs, sunken kotatsu, and a large kitchen where you can cook for a large group. In addition, the washroom is equipped with a Bizen ware washbowl, and the Japanese garden offers seasonal flowers and dry landscapes to enjoy.

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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.

  • Kawaguchiya Kinosaki Riverside Hotel

    Hyogo

    Kawaguchiya Kinosaki Riverside Hotel

    川口屋城崎リバーサイドホテル

    Savor Top Matsuba Crab and Tajima Beef with Open-Air Bath

    Kawaguchiya Kinosaki Riverside Hotel, a culinary-focused hot spring inn, stands in Kinosaki Onsen, one of the leading hot spring towns in the Kansai region. Local brand ingredients and seasonal offerings from the Sanin region are featured, including the winter specialty "Matsuba Crab" and the highest grade of "Tajima Beef," known as "Tajima Guro." Founded in 1916, this historic inn has undergone a series of renovations since 2021, including private dining rooms and a lounge. On the top floor, the adults-only guest room with an open-air bath, "Special Room Rakuga-Rakuga-," has also opened, featuring a setting for bathing at any preferred time while overlooking the night sky.

  • 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.

  • Furuya Ryokan

    Shizuoka

    Furuya Ryokan

    古屋旅館

    Soak Anytime in Pure Source-Fed Onsen

    With its refined sukiya-style architecture that conveys the warmth of traditional Japanese design, "Furuya Ryokan" is a historic hot spring inn established in the mid-Edo period. The property owns "Seizaemon no Yu," one of the Atami Seven Hot Springs long cherished in the area, and every bath features authentic natural hot spring water used in a free-flowing style without added water, reheating, or circulation. Dining centers on Kyoto-style kaiseki that respects traditional Japanese cuisine while incorporating contemporary sensibilities, with carefully selected seasonal ingredients crafted by skilled chefs into beautifully presented, richly flavored dishes.

  • Old England Dogo Yamanote Hotel

    Ehime

    Old England Dogo Yamanote Hotel

    オールドイングランド道後山の手ホテル

    French Cuisine Centered on Setouchi Sea Ingredients

    Standing in historic Dogo Onsen, this dignified hotel evokes the charm of classic England. In the elegantly appointed restaurant, visually beautiful dishes made with local ingredients, including Seto Inland Sea seafood carefully selected by the chef, are served. The hotel has an in-house sommelier who is said to select pairings from more than 1,000 wines, all of which are always stocked in the "King's Wine Cellar." Seasonal flavors and the pairing of cuisine and wine create a refined dining experience.

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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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Kusatsu Skyland Hotel

    Gunma

    Kusatsu Skyland Hotel

    草津スカイランドホテル 栖風亭

    A Hot Spring Resort Nestled in the Nature of Kusatsu Highlands

    A resort hotel nestled in Kusatsu, renowned for its famous hot springs. The property offers the luxury of a tranquil highland retreat surrounded by trees, where guests can fully unwind in the therapeutic waters of Kusatsu Onsen. The hotel’s signature cypress indoor bath and open-air bath are available for use until check-out, allowing a leisurely soak at any time. After relaxing in the onsen, take a pleasant stroll to nearby attractions such as "Nishi-no-Kawara Park" and "Yubatake". Dinner features a Japanese and Western fusion course supervised by the chef, who is also a certified food coordinator. Each dish combines ingredients in a way that creates not only refined flavors but also moments of surprise and delight. The serene ambiance of the inn has made it a favorite among returning guests.

  • Old folk house Neri

    Fukuoka

    Old folk house Neri

    古民家 煉り

    Six Detached Inns Located in a "Village of Rich Nature and Fruitfulness"

    A hot spring inn with a hot spring attached to an old private house will open in July 2021. It stands quietly in Miyawaka City, which is about a 40-minute drive from Fukuoka City and has a somewhat nostalgic landscape. We will never forget our gratitude and respect for our predecessors who have passed on the ryokan culture to the next generation, and we will welcome our guests with care every day, providing them with warm and attentive hospitality so that they can become their "second home." This is the credo of "Old folk house Neri." For meals, "Ryosho Torahaku" will prepare a creative kaiseki course that focuses on locally produced ingredients. We offer the luxury of enjoying gourmet food and delicious drinks in a sophisticated adult space.

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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.

  • Kusatsu Skyland Hotel

    Gunma

    Kusatsu Skyland Hotel

    草津スカイランドホテル 栖風亭

    A Hot Spring Resort Nestled in the Nature of Kusatsu Highlands

    A resort hotel nestled in Kusatsu, renowned for its famous hot springs. The property offers the luxury of a tranquil highland retreat surrounded by trees, where guests can fully unwind in the therapeutic waters of Kusatsu Onsen. The hotel’s signature cypress indoor bath and open-air bath are available for use until check-out, allowing a leisurely soak at any time. After relaxing in the onsen, take a pleasant stroll to nearby attractions such as "Nishi-no-Kawara Park" and "Yubatake". Dinner features a Japanese and Western fusion course supervised by the chef, who is also a certified food coordinator. Each dish combines ingredients in a way that creates not only refined flavors but also moments of surprise and delight. The serene ambiance of the inn has made it a favorite among returning guests.

  • Okayama International Hotel

    Okayama

    Okayama International Hotel

    岡山国際ホテル

    A Historic Hotel Used by the Imperial Family, Showcasing the Charm of the Four Seasons

    "Okayama Kokusai Hotel", also known as "Okayama's State Guest House", is a harmonious combination of modern elements and the atmosphere of a good old hotel. This historic hotel is located on the hill of Higashiyama in Okayama City, surrounded by nature where you can enjoy the changing seasons: cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery in summer, and autumn leaves in autumn.This historic hotel was once used by the imperial family. In the lobby, pillars made of red pine, Okayama's prefectural tree, and Bizen ware murals remain, giving a sense of the atmosphere of the time the hotel opened. With various types of guest rooms including Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and Japanese-Western rooms, this hotel is recommended not only for sightseeing in Okayama but also for workdays. Both breakfast and dinner can be enjoyed at the on-site restaurant, and the dessert set is also popular.

  • Retreat Villa Aym

    Chiba

    Retreat Villa Aym

    Retreat Villa Aym

    A Whole Villa Rental Immersed in Natural Surroundings

    Opened in July 2023, this facility features three villas that can be rented as a whole. Renting multiple villas together on a group trip is also a wonderful experience. The villas are designed with the concept of a "retreat," a trip that refreshes tired body and mind in an extraordinary space, and are equipped with a variety of ingenious features. A spacious garden features a pool, a terrace for arbecues, and a bathroom with a large window overlooking the view. From the bedrooms on the upper floors, with the starry sky and sunlight to the fullest, providing a moment of relaxation. Experience the Minami Boso location and delicious locally produced food, and relax to your heart's content.

  • Yunokura Tsuruya

    Okayama

    Yunokura Tsuruya

    湯の蔵 つるや

    Stay at a Historic Inn Once Home to a Sake Brewery

    "Yunokura Tsuruya" is a historic hot spring inn that first opened as a sake brewery and was later renovated to operate as an inn. In addition to delicious sake, the hotel also serves flavorful dishes made with fresh seafood and locally grown vegetables, creating memories of a special trip. The open-air bath, where you can soothe your fatigue, is a free-flowing hot spring whose quality is also said to have skin-beautifying effects. The well in the courtyard has been flowing continuously since the days of the sake brewery, symbolizing the hospitality that has been passed down since the hotel's founding. It is also recommended as a base for sightseeing in Okayama Prefecture.

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