It's great to travel around sightseeing spots according to a strict schedule, but how about spending some time relaxing at a hotel? Enjoy the hot springs and the local flavors. Would you like to experience a luxurious trip for adults that can be enjoyed on a girls trip or alone?
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Inns and hotels with extensive library corners are perfect for isolated travelers. In addition to guidebooks and books about the area, each inn also has a variety of books such as novels, photo books, and comics. I get a little excited when my taste matches the book collection at the inn. After reading a book, I sometimes go back to my room, look at the scenery, and take a nap. Before you know it, you'll have completely recharged your mind during this relaxing and luxurious time.
Once you're feeling tired, it's time to go on a short hot spring trip on your next holiday. Traditionally, hot spring treatment is a long-term stay in a hot spring, but even a short hot spring treatment for 2 nights and 3 days can be very effective in relieving fatigue and rejuvenating you. Inns that offer mini-hot spring treatment plans often include menus that include healthy meals and exercise. You don't have to just soak in a hot spring at will; there are rules that are backed up by medical science, so be sure to check the correct method.
Enjoy the seasonal delicacies of the land, which is the best part of traveling, at an inn if you're on a seclusion trip. One way to fully enjoy your stay is to choose a lodging where you can choose to have meals served in your room. It's heavenly to enjoy delicious food and not have to clean up afterward. Additionally, inns that serve food right next to the hearth will add to the cozy mood. Enjoying the local flavors while sitting around the hearth will warm your stomach and heart.
Inns and hotels with extensive library corners are perfect for isolated travelers. In addition to guidebooks and books about the area, each inn also has a variety of books such as novels, photo books, and comics. I get a little excited when my taste matches the book collection at the inn. After reading a book, I sometimes go back to my room, look at the scenery, and take a nap. Before you know it, you'll have completely recharged your mind during this relaxing and luxurious time.
Once you're feeling tired, it's time to go on a short hot spring trip on your next holiday. Traditionally, hot spring treatment is a long-term stay in a hot spring, but even a short hot spring treatment for 2 nights and 3 days can be very effective in relieving fatigue and rejuvenating you. Inns that offer mini-hot spring treatment plans often include menus that include healthy meals and exercise. You don't have to just soak in a hot spring at will; there are rules that are backed up by medical science, so be sure to check the correct method.
Enjoy the seasonal delicacies of the land, which is the best part of traveling, at an inn if you're on a seclusion trip. One way to fully enjoy your stay is to choose a lodging where you can choose to have meals served in your room. It's heavenly to enjoy delicious food and not have to clean up afterward. Additionally, inns that serve food right next to the hearth will add to the cozy mood. Enjoying the local flavors while sitting around the hearth will warm your stomach and heart.
If you want to escape from your daily life and go somewhere, but you don't want to invite someone on a trip, why not try staying alone? You can relax in nature or relax in a stylish hotel in the city. Or you can spend a blissful time soaking in the hot springs. Why don't you prioritize your own mood and retreat to your mind and body without having to worry about your companions or being tied to a schedule?
Osaka
A High-Quality Hotel Proud of Its Hospitality
A hotel opened in October 2021, approximately a 2-minute walk from Exit 12 of Osaka Metro Sakaisuji Honmachi Station. ReFa shower heads and hair straighteners are installed in all guest rooms, and the bath and toilet are separate, making it ideal for girls' trips. Among the nine types of guest rooms, the most recommended is the suite room on the 12th floor, the top floor. Not only are there plenty of limited equipment and amenities, but the sink has two bowls, making it comfortable to get ready in the morning.
Kyoto
A Hotel in Kyoto That Becomes a Personal Retreat
Just a five-minute walk from the central exit of Kyoto Station, the hotel offers easy access to the city’s major sights. Built around the concept of "Suiba"—a Kyoto expression meaning "a place that feels like your own"—the property features a variety of inviting corners for unhurried moments. A complimentary, month-to-month rotating experience corner introduces elements of Japanese culture, including "Sutra copying," "Kyoto kumihimo bracelet crafting," and "Tatami-woven coaster making," providing opportunities to create a personal keepsake during the stay.
Hiroshima
Seaside Resort Framed by the Scenic Beauty of the Seto Inland Sea
"Chateraise Gateaux Kingdom Setouchi," set on an expansive, nature-rich property of approximately 1 million tsubo in Kure City, Hiroshima, was renewed in September 2024 as a hotel operated by Chateraise Holdings. The property combines an elegant stay with a wide selection of Chateraise confections, creating a destination closely associated with the brand. It accommodates a variety of needs, including families with children or older guests, group trips, and couples, while the gentle Seto Inland Sea breeze and scenic island views create a calm, refined atmosphere.
Kyoto
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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A private stay for just the two of you without anyone disturbing you. There are a variety of plans perfect for spending a romantic time together, such as in-room dining in a guest room with an open-air bath overlooking the sea, or in-room dining at a luxury hotel. For indoor couples, it would be nice to have room service while watching a movie in a facility equipped with AV equipment. Spend a relaxing and luxurious time just for the two of you in an extraordinary private space that is different from your usual dates.
Hyogo
A Seaside Retreat with Gentle Waves and Seto Inland Sea Views
A hot spring inn located on the scenic coast of the Seto Inland Sea, Ako Misaki. The spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea that can be seen from every corner of the hotel is one of the inn's prides. In the open-air bath, you can enjoy the hot water from Ako Onsen, which has been selected as one of the "100 Best Hot Springs," while watching the sea dyed by the setting sun. The meal is a kaiseki meal that incorporates local ingredients such as seafood from the Setouchi Inland Sea and designated vegetables. You can also enjoy Ako's famous sea bream grilled in a salt kettle, and in the winter, you can also enjoy Ako's richly flavored oysters. Away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, enjoy the blessings of Setouchi and the seasonal flavors, and spend a relaxing moment gazing at the spectacular view of the calm sea.
Tokushima
A Hotel Overlooking the Naruto Sea, Offering a Calm Flow of Time
A hotel located within a complex within the nature-rich Seto Inland Sea National Park, 20 minutes by car from downtown Naruto. With only nine guest rooms, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery that takes advantage of the location on a hill overlooking the ocean, and enjoy the luxury of surrendering to a relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle. On the approximately 70,000 tsubo grounds, there is a dining venue registered as a tangible cultural property, a restaurant where you can enjoy a casual meal while enjoying the refreshing sea breeze, and a restaurant where you can relax your body and mind surrounded by nature. Complete with a spa and beauty salon, you'll be guaranteed a holiday filled with a sense of peace and freedom.
Tochigi
A Tranquil Retreat Nestled in a Serene Woodland Setting
Located in the quiet forest of the Nasu Highlands, this hotel is based on the concept of "NOTE = Fragrance" and allows you to encounter various scents during your stay, including nature, food, and hot springs. The facility features two private baths, "Dou no Yu" and "Sumi no Yu" each with an indoor and outdoor bath. In this private space, surrounded by the clear forest air, the chirpbirds chirping, and nature's scent forget about time and relax as you soak in the free-flowing waters of Nasu Onsen, which has a history of over 1,000 years.
Hokkaido
A Hot Spring Inn in Niseko Forest, Healed by the Sounds of Water
Oku Niseko Konbu Onsen has been popular as a hot spring resort at the foot of Mt. Yotei since ancient times. "Niseko Konbu Onsen Tsuruga Bessou Moku no Sho," a hot spring inn nestled in a forest, is based on the concept of "a Japanese aesthetic that appreciates the warmth of heather and the fine growth rings of the wood," and cherishes delicate sensibilities. If you listen closely, you can hear the murmuring of the Niseko Anbetsu River (meaning "river flowing under a cliff" in Ainu language). Designed to feel immediately welcoming even on a first visit, the space encourages genuine ease, pairing views of Niseko’s forest with the silky texture of kombu onsen waters for deeply restorative moments that unfold at an unhurried pace.
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Although the new lifestyle has become quite established, there are fewer opportunities to have fun with friends without worrying about time or those around you. Nowadays, why not spend some fun time with your close friends in a staycation? Eating delicious food together, having fun chatting with girls, and having a leisurely breakfast in the morning. It's fun to visit the hot springs at an inn that has several hot springs within the hotel, and we also recommend receiving luxurious relaxation care at the hotel.
Hiroshima
Private Villa Soothed by the Murmur of a Clear Stream
A private villa limited to one group per day, "moon river," located approximately a 30-minute drive from Yoshiwa IC on the Chugoku Expressway. The spacious setting accommodates up to 13 guests and offers a stay centered on unhurried time. The terrace provides seasonal views alongside a large built-in grill for barbecuing. After warming up in the open-air bath or barrel sauna, the surrounding sounds of the river and forest create a "totonou (a deeply relaxed, mentally clear state following sauna bathing)" moment.
Chiba
Special Seaside Moments Shared with Loved Ones
"HIROBA BY BON-MAL," the casual brand of the luxury private rental property "BON-MAL," is a standalone accommodation infused with the scent of the sea breeze. Offering a calm setting for time spent with family, friends, and pets, it is available at a more accessible price point. The property features four bedrooms and accommodates up to 10 guests. Up to three large dogs or cats are also welcome, making it suitable for multi-generational family trips, training retreats, and other group stays. Spacious bathrooms and separate vanities provide added comfort for larger groups. With opportunities to explore the coastline and experience local cuisine, the property serves as a distinctive base for discovering Minamiboso's appeal through its scenery, flavors, and atmosphere.
Tottori
An Auberge Surrounded by Mt. Oyama's Nature and the Blessings of the Sea of Japan
"Auberge Tenku" stands at an altitude of approximately 800m, surrounded by the beech forest of Mt. Oyama in the Oyama-Oki National Park. As befits the name of the hotel, you can enjoy a luxurious holiday surrounded by a magnificent panoramic view of the Sea of Japan to the north and Mt. Oyama to the south, making you feel as if you are close to the sky. The cuisine prepared by the chef, who has experience working in numerous restaurants, uses carefully selected locally produced ingredients to create modern Italian cuisine with a Japanese flavor added to French-based Italian cuisine. Enjoy each sophisticated dish while enjoying the spectacular view from the window.
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.
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