If you want to spend quality time privately with friends, partners, or family, renting a townhouse, vacation home, or villa is highly recommended. We introduce you to "villas" where you can unwind and feel like you're in a second home.
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Recently, there has been a rise in renovated accommodations featuring old folk houses with rich history and nostalgic charm that makes you want to say, “I’m home.” These spaces offer a relaxing atmosphere with Japanese warmth, growing in popularity for their soothing environment. This style of accommodation connects travelers with locals, making it ideal not just for sightseeing, but also for leisurely walks and exploring local shops, giving you a home-away-from-home feel.
If you want to spend quality time with your family, partner, or friends, resort cottages and villas are ideal. They combine the luxury of a hotel with the comfort of a private villa, offering exceptional privacy. Many are situated near natural settings like the ocean, rivers, or forests, allowing you to enjoy lively barbecues without concern for your surroundings. Revel in an elegant holiday by stargazing and having breakfast in the fresh morning air.
If traditional camping feels a bit daunting but you still want the camping experience, mountain huts like lodges and bungalows are a great option. These spaces, filled with the scent of wood, create an exciting atmosphere reminiscent of storybook settings. Glamping offers a luxurious twist on camping—there’s no need to bring camping gear or food, and you’ll find comfortable beds inside the tent. Both options offer a refreshing retreat in nature.
Condominiums, designed like apartments with spacious living rooms and kitchens, offer hotel-like comfort with the added freedom to plan your trip. They are popular for groups and families traveling with children due to their affordability and ample space. Larger units with multiple bedrooms provide privacy even for large groups. Condominiums are also excellent as a base for sightseeing and sports activities.
Recently, there has been a rise in renovated accommodations featuring old folk houses with rich history and nostalgic charm that makes you want to say, “I’m home.” These spaces offer a relaxing atmosphere with Japanese warmth, growing in popularity for their soothing environment. This style of accommodation connects travelers with locals, making it ideal not just for sightseeing, but also for leisurely walks and exploring local shops, giving you a home-away-from-home feel.
If you want to spend quality time with your family, partner, or friends, resort cottages and villas are ideal. They combine the luxury of a hotel with the comfort of a private villa, offering exceptional privacy. Many are situated near natural settings like the ocean, rivers, or forests, allowing you to enjoy lively barbecues without concern for your surroundings. Revel in an elegant holiday by stargazing and having breakfast in the fresh morning air.
If traditional camping feels a bit daunting but you still want the camping experience, mountain huts like lodges and bungalows are a great option. These spaces, filled with the scent of wood, create an exciting atmosphere reminiscent of storybook settings. Glamping offers a luxurious twist on camping—there’s no need to bring camping gear or food, and you’ll find comfortable beds inside the tent. Both options offer a refreshing retreat in nature.
Condominiums, designed like apartments with spacious living rooms and kitchens, offer hotel-like comfort with the added freedom to plan your trip. They are popular for groups and families traveling with children due to their affordability and ample space. Larger units with multiple bedrooms provide privacy even for large groups. Condominiums are also excellent as a base for sightseeing and sports activities.
The memories of a fun trip with a group of friends will stay with everyone for a long time. Renting a house nestled in nature allows you to enjoy a lively time without worrying about disturbing others. Since you’ll be spending the entire day together, vacation rentals and cottages with a spacious living room for shared activities and private bedrooms for rest are ideal. For girls’ trips, urban condominiums and townhouse rentals are also popular, offering an extraordinary space that makes conversations even more lively.
Hiroshima
Whole-House Rental Ideal as a Base for Hiroshima Sightseeing
Located about a 9-minute walk from JR Ono-Ura Station, the private rental "Erbe" stands across from Miyajima, one of Hiroshima’s most well-known scenic sites. The setting offers a quiet, secluded atmosphere, creating a restful space for a comfortable stay. Parking is available, and a convenience store is within walking distance, further enhancing convenience. The calm environment also supports workation stays, allowing time to unwind from travel while stepping away from daily routines.
Kyoto
A 100-Year-Old Kyoto Townhouse Renovated Into a Hotel
Two renovated Kyomachiya townhouses offer a refined, modern take on traditional Kyoto living: the main building "Seseragi," shaped around the theme of "water," and the annex "Akatsuki," inspired by soft, early light. Each features an atmosphere unique to historic Kyoto homes, blending timber details, quiet tones, and a sense of calm throughout. Both houses are pet-friendly—welcoming not only dogs and cats but other companions as well. High-quality amenities and fully equipped kitchens allow for relaxed stays, including the pleasure of preparing meals with local Kyoto ingredients.
Hiroshima
Island Stay in Etajima Surrounded by Seto Inland Sea Bounty
A private rental overlooking scenic views on Etajima Island in the Seto Inland Sea, with convenient access from central Hiroshima. Accommodating up to six guests, the property offers a relaxed stay surrounded by nature. Designed with environmental consideration, the high-performance structure incorporates abundant natural materials, creating a comfortable setting highlighted by the scent and texture of wood. The space supports a range of stays, including special occasions with family or friends, sightseeing, and extended visits such as workations, offering a calm experience of rural living away from everyday routines.
Chiba
A One-Group-Per-Day Private Rental for Stays With Dogs
"Sanbu Raito -Montoutou-" is a one-group-per-day lodging in Chiba Prefecture, offering a private stay designed for time with family and a beloved dog. A dog run located just outside the room and nature-rich surroundings create a low-stress setting for pets, while a stylish pet-friendly café nearby adds an easy stop during the stay. With the coastline close at hand, the location also works well as a base for relaxed sightseeing by car.
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Resort villas by the sea and luxurious glamping facilities set in nature are perfect settings for special moments with your loved one. At night, enjoy the starry sky while sipping on the wine you brought with you. Even if you choose a whole house, each facility offers unique features. Select one that suits your time together, such as those with beautiful bathrooms and hot springs, large screens and AV equipment, or those where you can stay with pets.
Kagawa
Private Time to Enjoy the Spectacular View of the Seto Inland Sea
"Even the same familiar conversations can become unforgettable memories in a different setting." With this idea at its heart, this private rental villa was designed as a place for sharing meaningful moments with loved ones. Accommodating up to eight guests, it is conveniently located just a 5-minute drive from JR Takamatsu Station. A nearby supermarket makes it easy to gather ingredients for shared meals, with the flexibility to enjoy casual dinners or festive gatherings. The bedrooms are equipped with a projector, allowing large-screen viewing of personal content. From morning views of the Seto Inland Sea to evenings filled with the gentle sound of waves, the villa offers a retreat where time flows in harmony with nature.
Kumamoto
Enjoy the Hot Springs as Leisurely as You Like, Whenever You Like
Koyoi no Yuyado Yuzen is a hideaway-like inn where you can spend a quiet time while being in a prime location just 5 minutes by car from the interchange. The guest rooms, which are limited to 8 groups, are built in the style of a luxury villa, and the exterior has a modern design with galvanized steel exterior walls and wood. The best part is that each guest room is equipped with an open-air bath with a different style. Because we use our own abundant source of water, we use 100% free-flowing water from the source. I'm also happy that the bathtub is spacious enough for two adults.
Shimane
Diverse Cuisine Showcasing Sanin Regional Flavors
Kaiseki cuisine at "Kohan no Onsen Yado Kunibiki" features carefully prepared dishes highlighting fresh seafood from Shimane. Ingredients from the San’in region are used whenever possible, and dinner may include sushi made with locally caught fish, salt-grilled nodoguro, and Nita rice from Okuizumo. Breakfast also presents items such as grilled sea bream, shabu-shabu, and miso soup with shijimi clams. At certain times of the year, red snow crab from Sakaiminato is also served.
Chiba
Hospitality Concept Focused on Five Senses and Comfort
A private rental house set on elevated ground in Kamogawa City, Chiba, less than a two-hour drive from central Tokyo, surrounded by a rich natural environment. In addition to seaside attractions such as Kamogawa Sea World and nearby beaches, the area also offers rural landscapes like Oyama Senmaida. The guesthouse features a refined space that blends Japanese and modern design, with extensive use of hinoki wood. Careful attention extends to the selection of furniture and tableware, each with its own background. A semi-open-air bath is also provided, allowing direct connection with Kamogawa’s natural surroundings within a private setting.
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Even if you have small or energetic children, renting a whole house allows adults to relax without worrying about disturbing others. Enjoy a more memorable holiday with comfortable living, spacious areas such as a living room, wooden deck, pool, and barbecue facilities that cater to everyone, from adults to children. Vacation rentals with a loft can become a secret hideout for kids, adding an element of play to your stay.
Hiroshima
Private Whole-House Stay Designed for Quiet Time with Loved Ones
A private rental house that condenses traditional Japanese design into a single property, this three-story residence accommodates up to eight guests and features interiors arranged in a refined Japanese style. The tatami-floored bedroom is softly lit by moonlight, and the gentle scent of tatami creates a calming atmosphere. The dining area is furnished with a solid wood slab table, where time spent preparing meals and gathering around it reflects elements of traditional Japanese living. Moments unfold over local sake served in a favorite ochoko, shared with family or close companions, offering a restful close to a day spent exploring Hiroshima.
Aomori
Two Guestroom Types Framed by Calm Natural Surroundings
This accommodation stands at the foothills of the Juniko area in the western part of the Shirakami Mountains, a World Natural Heritage site. Guest rooms include the "Authentic Nordic Log Cottage" and the "Group Building Japanese-Style Room," while facilities such as a restaurant, public bath, product shop, playground area, and observation point are spread across the spacious grounds. Dinner features creative dishes prepared with fresh seafood raised in the waters of the Shirakami Mountains and local vegetables, presenting a variety of seasonal ingredients. Activities with local guides, including trekking and snow hikes, offer courses of varying durations and are widely selected. Nearby natural sites include "Aoike" and "Kanayama no Ike," two of the lakes within the Juniko group, as well as "Japan Canyon."
Tochigi
A Nature-Rich Retreat Offering a Private, Room-Only Stay
"Kaede Resort Kinugawa Onsen" is a quiet inn in the Kinugawa Onsen area of Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture. Each room is an independent villa-style unit designed to ensure privacy and comfort. All rooms are equipped with a microwave, kettle, and refrigerator, allowing guests to bring in their own food and drinks. Filled with a nostalgic charm, the detached cottages offer a relaxing atmosphere where time flows gently, making guests feel right at home.
Shizuoka
Space Showcasing Japanese Traditions and Artisan Craft
A townhouse-style lodging set in a former post town in Okitsu, Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City, using a traditional machiya over 100 years old. The authentic Japanese residence features private spaces created in collaboration with artists and artisans, offering an experience that goes beyond a simple stay to engage with traditional craftsmanship and architectural character. Two accommodation units are available and can be connected for groups of six or more. The setting provides an opportunity to encounter the uncommercialized charm of a regional town and a stay that encourages a sense of release from everyday life.
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