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?
Fukushima
A Business Hotel Offering a Touch of Luxury
The hotel is about a 3-minute walk from JR Iwaki Station, making it an ideal base for business and sightseeing. There are eight types of rooms to choose from to suit your diverse needs. All rooms are fitted with Simmons beds, with nine rooms equipped with 1800 mm-wide king-size beds, and 16 rooms with separate bathrooms and toilets, which is rare in Iwaki City. The wooden interior is a relaxing space where stylish design and a Japanese atmosphere coexist.
Miyazaki
A Designer Hotel by a World-Renowned Architect in the Heart of 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."
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.
Hokkaido
A Hotel Named "Natural Forest" Recognisable by Its Charming Exterior
This resort hotel in Furano, Hokkaido, is lively with tourists in summer and skiers in winter. Named "Naturwald," meaning "natural forest" in German, it reflects the desire to protect the local environment. The hotel’s castle-like exterior is complemented by its charming owl symbol, said to be the guardian of the mountains and forests. The dinner and breakfast buffets feature an abundance of fresh local vegetables, offering the full flavor of the produce. With a wide range of services, the hotel is operated on an inclusive basis, allowing guests to enjoy drinks, including alcoholic beverages, freely at dinner.
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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
Savor the Beautiful Skin Bath with a pH of 9.2 and a Panoramic View of Yufuin's Four Seasons
A hot spring inn with a panoramic view of Mt. Yufu and the cityscape of Yufuin shrouded in morning mist from a hill. The view that can be seen from the lobby is as beautiful as a painting. The premises are divided into two areas: the "Yume no Sato Area", which has modern Japanese and Western rooms with detached rooms and open-air baths, and the "Hanayoshi Area", where you can choose from detached rooms with open-air baths and Japanese-Western rooms with great views. Each of them has its own charm. The large public bath and open-air bath are also a pleasure. Enjoy a blissful relaxing time with one of Yufuin's most spectacular views and a bath with a pH of 9.2 that beautifies your skin.
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.
Hiroshima
Annex-Style Retreat Serving Seasonal Setouchi Seafood
Set on a quiet hill overlooking Miyajima and the islands of the Seto Inland Sea, "Garden Inn Sekitei" blends seamlessly into the gentle slope that stretches from the rocky ridge down toward the water, framed by a beautifully maintained Japanese garden. Small pavilions are scattered throughout the grounds, while twelve detached guest rooms extend from the main house. Hidden study rooms and salons tucked behind the annexes offer moments of serene retreat. The peaceful views of Miyajima and the Seto Inland Sea, the soothing hot springs, and dishes prepared with fresh seafood—including conger eel—and an abundance of mountain delicacies create a deeply moving experience. Time flows gently here, inviting a graceful and unhurried day of travel.
Oita
Open-Air Bath Facing Trees and Changing Seasons
Located on an elevated site overlooking the Yufuin Basin, this ryokan stands approximately a 7-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station and approximately a 15-minute drive from Yufuin IC on the Oita Expressway. Ten detached guest villas feature a calm Japanese-modern design, each equipped with a garden and a private open-air bath. A leisurely bathing experience in the hot spring unfolds within a spacious setting surrounded by nature. Interior design throughout the property reflects careful attention to detail, guided by a philosophy of sharing Japan's spirit with the world through "hospitality that exceeds expectations." Seasonal scenery and attentive service create an elegant stay that engages the senses.
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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.
Nagano
A Private Villa Inviting You to Breathe Deeply and Feel the Changing Seasons
Opened in 2024, these two rental villas offer panoramic views of the Yatsugatake Mountains and the Southern Alps. Their interiors, crafted from natural wood and plaster, create an open and calming atmosphere that blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. "Suu" accommodates up to eight guests and features a spacious cypress bath, while "Haa" accommodates up to five. Each villa includes a well-equipped kitchen for preparing meals and a wooden deck for barbecues. Surrounded by nature, this is a place to "breathe deeply" and share tranquil moments with family and friends.
Kagoshima
Vivid Plates Reflecting the Taste of the Season
A formal Japanese inn located in Ibusuki Onsen that has a reputation for its cuisine. Ranked No.1 for 40 consecutive years in the Dish category, which comprehensively evaluates food, including menu, tableware, taste, and presentation, in the "100 Japanese Hotels and Ryokan Selected by Professionals" sponsored by a tourism and travel industry magazine. The seasonal kaiseki cuisine, which incorporates local fish such as yellowtail and amberjack, as well as Kagoshima ingredients, is truly exquisite. Breakfast includes dishes made with seasonal local produce. Kagoshima flavors such as fish cakes and satsuma soup are also popular. Meals are served in your room or in a completely private room.
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.
Shiga
Indulge in a Sophisticated Stay within a Private Retreat
Opened on July 1, 2025, "HITOSE" is a private villa located near Lake Biwa in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture. Designed for complete relaxation, it features a cylindrical barrel sauna infused with the fragrance of wood, a Shigaraki-yaki cold bath for cooling down, and a private pool illuminated to create a magical atmosphere. A stylish island kitchen is also available for guests to enjoy cooking. Surrounded by abundant nature, it offers the perfect setting to leave behind the bustle of daily life and share special moments with family and friends.
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