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?
Tokyo
Tokyo Skyline Views in a Calm Modern Japanese Space
Shibuya is transforming into a town for adults while disseminating highly sensitive fashion and culture. Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel, which stands along National Route 246, is a symbolic landmark of Shibuya. The views from the guest rooms, which are only located on the 19th to 37th floors, are spectacular, and the glittering night view of Tokyo will make you feel romantic and luxurious. The space is a gentle fusion of sophisticated modern design and traditional Japanese beauty, allowing you to relax from the depths of your soul without feeling the hustle and bustle of the city. A great time to release the fatigue from travel and work.
Tottori
A Hotel-Style Hot Spring Inn That Boasts Ocean Views in All Rooms
A hot spring inn located on the seaside with a panoramic view of the Sea of Japan and Miho Bay, all rooms with ocean views. You can fully enjoy Kaike Onsen, which has an abundant amount of hot water gushing out from 19 sources, in the large public bath and open-air bath. All rooms in the west building were renovated in 2020. There are 90 rooms in total including the east wing, and you can choose from Japanese, Western, and Japanese-Western rooms to suit your travel style and needs. The menu includes Kaiseki dishes filled with seasonal flavors from the San'in area. Of course, you can stay overnight without meals. Also, since it faces Kaike Onsen Beach, you can enjoy both sea bathing and hot springs in the summer. I want to spend a relaxing moment surrounded by the soothing sound of ripples.
Okayama
Dining at "SONOMA" Focused on Ingredient Quality and Freshness
Cuisine at "Poppy Springs Resort & Spa" highlights fresh local ingredients, presented as creative French dishes in a setting reminiscent of an authentic French restaurant. Close relationships with local producers support the use of carefully selected ingredients from Okayama, offering a dining experience connected to the region. Breakfast is served as a buffet featuring seasonal vegetables and house-made bread, with the popular "Soup Rice" among the selections.
Kouchi
Healing Water, Sound, and Food That Nourish Body and Soul
Four villas for rent on the banks of the beautiful Monobe River that flows through the northeastern part of Kochi Prefecture. Based on the concept of "natural", you can be freed from everyday life and spend a relaxing moment in nature, where you can be your natural self. Enjoy hot springs in the open-air baths in your guest rooms, eat vegetables and rice grown without using pesticides, listen to music played from vintage audio in rooms designed with special attention to acoustics, and enjoy the view of nature spreading out in front of you. The whole experience of listening to music while listening to music will be soothing. In addition, "AEL HALL" has been newly established, where you can experience moving sounds with excellent acoustic equipment.
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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.
Nagano
New Wing With In-Room Hot Springs Opened September 2025
At the foot of the Northern Alps, ANA Holiday Inn Resort Shinano-Omachi Kuroyon is a resort-style hotel where you can refresh your mind and body in the great outdoors. In addition to a wide variety of guest rooms, the hotel also offers a wide range of services and facilities for children, making it suitable for people of all ages. There are also plenty of activities within the hotel, including a large public bath, putt-putt golf, and tennis. The new annex, which opened in September 2025, features view baths with spectacular views in all guest rooms, and guests can enjoy free-flowing natural hot spring water. A restaurant serving exquisite dishes made with local ingredients will also open at the same time, making for a truly authentic resort stay.
Ishikawa
A Traditional Hotel Offering Experiences Unique to Its City
Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture's history began with the Kanazawa Mido Hall, which was founded in 1546 by Ikko sect followers. It was ruled by the Maeda family during the Sengoku period, and is said to have developed traditional culture such as crafts and performing arts. Although it is one of Japan's leading historical and cultural cities, Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa is a place that still lives on while preserving its traditions. At times, this is a town where you can enjoy crafts such as Kaga Yuzen and Kutani ware, and at other times, it is a town where you can enjoy art at places like the Tsuzumi-mon Gate at JR Kanazawa Station and the "21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa." This city is close to the hearts of its visitors. Enjoy the unique charm of the city from a hotel.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
Shizuoka
Rendaiji Onsen With A History Spanning 1,300 Years
This luxury inn is located close to Rendaiji Station on the Izukyu Line. Located in a quiet area surrounded by greenery, offering free-flowing hot spring water, drawn from three private hot springs with a total flow rate of over 500 liters per minute. A key highlight is the indoor baths, accessible at any time outside cleaning hours, along with guest rooms featuring private open-air baths. Guests can also enjoy a leisurely kaiseki set meal made with local ingredients, including Shimoda's specialty alfonsino. Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in a resort-like atmosphere while enjoying the blissful hot springs in the exotic garden lined with palm trees. There, you can enjoy a spacious natural hot spring pool and a full-fledged sauna.
Yamanashi
Standalone Villa with Breathtaking Mt. Fuji Views from Living Room and Bath
"enico.Mt.Fuji-Peace", a private rental accommodation, is conveniently located about a 4-minute drive from Kawaguchiko IC on the Chuo Expressway and a 10-minute walk from Kawaguchiko Station on the Fujisanroku Electric Railway. The kitchen is fully equipped with appliances for cooking, making it suitable for long-term stays, while the second floor offers stunning views of Mount Fuji. The surrounding area features restaurants and specialty shops serving the local houtou noodle dish, as well as convenience and liquor stores where ingredients can be purchased for meals prepared at the property. Desks and chairs are also available by advance reservation, ensuring a comfortable environment for teleworking.
Okayama
A Hot Spring Inn with Over 90 Years of History
This charming wooden hot spring inn is nestled in the Okutsu area of Kagamino-cho, Okayama Prefecture. Established in 1927, the building is a registered tangible cultural property and is said to have connections with former Prime Minister Inukai Tsuyoshi and renowned printmaker Munakata Shiko. The inn’s interior combines the nostalgic charm of its origins with a modern design that offers contemporary comforts. There are a total of eight rooms, including Japanese-Western style rooms renovated in 2024 and a detached building featuring an open-air bath. The inn boasts a rare hot spring experience, allowing guests to soak directly in the "spring water that naturally emerges from underground". The hot spring includes an indoor bath positioned above the spring source and a private bath, both of which are also available for day use.
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