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?
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.
Chiba
A Higher Level of Comfort with Semi-Open-Air Onsen Rooms
This hot spring inn reopened in April 2019, even more improved than before. It's conveniently located approximately a 3-minute walk from "Kamogawa Sea World." The newly renovated guest rooms offer 25 rooms in nine different styles. 22 of these rooms have semi-open-air hot spring baths, designed for the luxury of having the Kamogawa water all to yourself. A new "Tokufuku Room" also opened in 2023 in a corner of the top floor. The inn also offers a wide variety of bathing options. These include the large public bath, which lets you enjoy a range of different baths, and the 'Haruka Onsen Pool', designed for bathing in swimwear or special clothing. Immerse yourself in a moment of bliss as you gaze out over the Pacific Ocean.
Hokkaido
A Hotel Named "Forest of Nature" Marked by Its Charming Exterior
A resort hotel in Furano, Hokkaido, is busy with sightseers in summer and skiers in winter. Named Naturwald, a German word meaning "forest of nature," the property reflects a commitment to preserving the local environment, featuring a castle-like exterior and a charming owl symbol regarded as a guardian of the mountains and forests. Dinner and breakfast buffets present dishes made with abundant fresh local vegetables that highlight their natural flavor. The interior offers a wide range of services, with an inclusive style that allows beverages, including alcohol, to be freely enjoyed at dinner.
Ehime
A Special Daily Life Where You Can Enjoy Beautiful and Peaceful Moments
This hotel is located on the 7th and 8th floors of Matsuyama Mitsukoshi, about a 1-minute walk from the Iyo Railway Okaido stop. The hotel name "LEPO" means "rest" in Finnish, and the hotel offers a place to make everyday life special. There are three types of guest rooms, all of which are spacious and approximately 60 square meters in size and each comes with a Finnish sauna. Carpets and furniture are custom-made and decorated in earth tones. Additionally, art pieces by textile designer and potter Fujio Ishimoto add color.
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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.
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.
Fukuoka
A New Destination in Nakasu Fukuoka, Combining Luxury and Refinement
An urban hotel located in Nakasu, the central area of Fukuoka City, opened in July 2020. The interior of the hotel has a high-quality design that takes motifs from the history and culture of Nakasu, and the space has a calm, private feel. Guest rooms offer both functionality and comfort, allowing you to spend a relaxing time. There is a large public bath on the top floor for guests only, and it is also attractive that you can take a bath while looking out at the Nakasu sky through the large windows. Enjoy an elegant journey by enjoying the variety of dishes made with seasonal seafood served at the Japanese dining room on the first floor.
Tokyo
Forgetting Urban Noise with Expansive Tokyo Views
Located in Toyosu within Tokyo’s bay area, "Mitsui Garden Hotel Toyosu Premier" rises from the basement to the 33rd-36th floors with a design concept likened to a journey from the sea to the sky. Many guest rooms capture panoramic views across the waterfront and central Tokyo, while the top-floor 36th level brings together an authentic Italian restaurant, a lobby bar, and a large public bath in an elevated setting. The hotel also offers curated surprise services and proposal plans suited to marking special occasions and shared milestones. Direct access to Tokyo Metro Toyosu Station adds a layer of convenience, supporting smooth arrival and departure within the city.
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.
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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.
Tochigi
Enjoy a Hot Spring Stay Steps Away from Nikko’s World Heritage Sites
Nikko Hoshinoyado is a tranquil hot spring inn located just a 3-minute walk from Shinkyo Bridge, the gateway to the World Heritage-listed Nikko shrines and temples. The inn offers an immersive experience of Nikko’s nature and history. Guests can indulge in the specialty dish, "Hikiage Yuba", while enjoying views of the Japanese garden, and take advantage of the skin-enhancing hot springs, available for day-use and lunch. The inn features 12-tatami Japanese-style rooms, exuding a calm and traditional atmosphere, as well as "Special rooms", including Japanese-Western rooms with attached bathrooms, offering flexibility to suit different occasions. Nikko Hoshinoyado is also renowned as a celebratory inn, ideal for marking significant milestones and creating cherished memories.
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.
Shimane
Leisure and Lodging Facility for Private Stays in Nature
A leisure and lodging facility in Matsue City, Shimane, overlooking Lake Shinji. Accommodation options include standalone units such as the "Grand Cabin," "Log House," "Lakeview Cottage," and "Mountain Cottage," as well as campsites equipped with power and sinks, pet-friendly auto-camping sites, and a spacious "Dekadeka Auto Camp Site" of approximately 130 m². The property also features a barbecue area usable in rainy weather, a playground, and a café, with convenient access to nearby hot spring facilities. It also serves as a practical base for visiting Izumo Taisha Shrine and Matsue Castle.
Tochigi
A Hotel Nestled in the Tranquil Nature of the Nasu Highlands
This resort hotel is located in a quiet setting surrounded by the forests of the majestic Nasu Highlands. Along with Western-style and Japanese-style rooms in the main building, there are also cottages offering privacy and a close connection with nature, accommodating solo travelers, couples, and families alike. The large public bath features hot spring water gentle on the skin, with saunas and open-air baths alternating daily for men and women. Dining highlights local specialties such as Nasu Koshihikari rice, fresh vegetables, and Tochigi brand beef, with a menu focused on locally sourced ingredients. A blissful time awaits, enriched by hot springs, fine cuisine, and the healing power of nature.
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