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?
Oita
Secluded Retreat on a Hill with Onsen and Scenic Views
Set on a small hill about a 5-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station, this nine-room inn blends modern design with Japanese style while carrying on the traditions of a Japanese ryokan, with services that reflect Yufuin through the seasons. Each room features a semi-open-air bath with 100% free-flowing spring water, allowing guests to soak while taking in views of majestic "Mount Yufu." After bathing, the Japanese-modern guest rooms provide a relaxing setting. Meals feature creative kaiseki cuisine prepared with seasonal ingredients, including "Oita Bungo beef," a regional specialty. The inn has many repeat guests as a place to experience the seasonal appeal of Yufuin.
Miyazaki
Designer Hotel by a World Architect in Central Miyazaki
Reopening on April 23, 2024. The location is so close to Miyazaki Station that it's unimaginably quiet. World-renowned architect Kengo Kuma has created a relaxing space with supple bamboo. Every time the wind blows, the bamboo makes a gentle sound, and at night you can enjoy a different atmosphere. Inside the hotel, an extraordinary space is created using bamboo, water, and glass, and the guest rooms have a warm atmosphere with the warmth of wood. The dining options include wood-grilled and teppanyaki "FOREST" and creative Japanese cuisine and teppanyaki "Chikusai," where you can enjoy delicious cuisine unique to Miyazaki, a "food treasure trove."
Yamanashi
Abundant Free-Flowing Hot Springs Known as "Beauty Skin Waters"
Approximately 90 minutes by car from central Tokyo, this inn allows you to fully enjoy the blessings of Isawa Onsen, one of Yamanashi Prefecture's leading hot spring resorts. The "Beautiful Hada no Yu" hot spring water is a simple alkaline hot spring (hypotonic alkaline hot spring) fed directly from the in-house source, and is reputed for its soft texture and smooth skin. There are two spacious large baths and a large open-air bath made of rock and cypress, and men and women can enjoy each bath on a rotating basis. A dry sauna and mist sauna are also available. In the "Shokyakuden" guest room with an open-air bath, you can enjoy the hot springs whenever you like.
Kagawa
Scenic Inn with Sunset Views Across the Property
Rebranded and reopened in July 2021 on a hilltop in Shodoshima overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, this resort hotel embraces the theme "Green Harmony – Connecting Nature and People." Its expansive grounds feature an English garden, a lawn plaza, a treehouse, and the Yuhigaoka strawberry and mandarin orange farms, creating a setting where nature and people come together. Sunsets selected among the "Top 100 Sunsets in Japan" can be viewed from various points within the property, and the hotel was ranked third nationwide in a newspaper-sponsored feature on accommodations with beautiful sunsets. Cuisine prepared with ingredients from the island is another highlight, and the hotel accommodates a range of needs, including babies and pets.
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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.
Shimane
Stay Experience Blending Travel and Daily Life in Arifuku Onsen
Located in the Arifuku Onsen County of Gotsu City, Shimane, this private rental lodging accommodates one group per day in a thoughtfully renovated historic traditional house. Centered on the themes of "learning" and "preservation," the property offers opportunities to encounter new experiences and to appreciate craftsmanship. The lodging takes its name, "Anon," from the idea of the brightness and warmth provided by fire, an essential part of daily life. As a private rental property, it offers a personalized stay suited to a variety of purposes, including sightseeing, anniversaries, and workations, while providing a comfortable setting for groups and families to spend time together.
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.
Fukui
Seaside Inn Framing a Culinary Journey for Eyes and Palate
Recently renovated in November 2024, this soothing retreat is filled with a wish to showcase the charms of Fukui—from dinner and breakfast to the quiet moments spent in the room. Each dish is handmade with care, featuring the bounty of the Echizen Coast, local specialties, vegetables sourced from partner farms, and high-quality Fukui rice. The sashimi platters, including beautifully presented funamori, are especially praised for their freshness. In winter, the celebrated Echizen crab—king of the Echizen Sea—draws guests from across Japan. A stay here offers a chance to savor the essence of Fukui with both the eyes and palate.
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.
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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.
Okayama
Hidden Private Rental Tucked in Kurashiki Bikan Backstreets
A luxury private rental limited to one group per day, this carefully renovated townhouse with over 100 years of history is set along a quiet backstreet in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture. Stepping outside reveals the surrounding historic streetscape, creating an experience that feels connected to daily life in the area. The two-story wooden townhouse includes a spacious living and dining area, a bath, and a full range of amenities, accommodating up to eight guests. The setting supports meaningful time with family or companions, suited to special occasions and shared moments.
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.
Yamanashi
Three Private Villas at the Foot of Mount Fuji for Dining Onsen and Nature
At the base of Mount Fuji in Oshino Village, Yamanashi, three private hot spring villas offer a secluded stay, with meals featuring an abundance of local ingredients such as "Oshino tofu" made from pure water, "Momiji eggs," "Fujinosuke" salmon derived from king salmon, Yamanashi brand meats, and white rice; dining is served in-room in a "Japanese dining" space, with creative kaiseki cuisine highlighting seasonal ingredients for dinner and a breakfast that showcases regional flavors.
Nara
A Japanese-Style Hotel Offering Top-Tier Hospitality
This charming hotel is modeled after the "Maple Forest" in Tenri City, Nara Prefecture. The guest rooms have a modern Japanese atmosphere, and the Western-style rooms in the main building are suitable for small groups. The guest rooms in the annex are furnished to match the image color of each of the six accommodation buildings and feature tatami mats where you take off your shoes, making them recommended for groups and families. Furthermore, the hotel is conveniently located in Nara City, where many Buddhist temples are registered as World Heritage Sites, making it an ideal base for sightseeing or business use.
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