
Ehime
A private villa surrounded by a bamboo forest in Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture. Enjoy the barrel-shaped sauna, a tradition passed down since ancient times in Finland, the birthplace of saunas. After working up a sweat, you can relax in the open-air bath or cold bath surrounded by the bamboo forest. An open-air bath, all-weather barbecue space, and online karaoke are available as paid options. Enjoy the extensive facilities inside and outside with friends. Refresh and soothe the fatigue of everyday life in a private space.
It's nice to travel around tourist attractions with a carefully planned schedule, but sometimes how about spending a leisurely trip in a hotel? Relax in your room, soak in the hot springs, and enjoy the unique 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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奥道後 壱湯の守
Set on the expansive grounds of Okudogo Onsen at the foot of the mountains, this hot spring inn features "Suimei no Yu," one of the largest open-air baths in western Japan at approximately 1,508m², comprising seven types of baths with free-flowing water from Okudogo Onsen, known for its skin-smoothing qualities. Dining is served buffet-style with a wide variety of dishes prepared using ingredients from Ehime. In the Japanese garden, "Sangen Chaya" offers kaiseki cuisine featuring seafood from the Seto Inland Sea and Ehime’s branded meat, "Iyo Beef." The surrounding grounds bloom with seasonal flowers throughout the year, creating a setting suited to strolling in a yukata while taking in the hot spring atmosphere.
媛邸
"Entei" stands in the heart of "Dogo Onsen," one of Japan's historic hot spring areas. Opened in April 2023, this whole-building rental accommodation features two rooms with distinct concepts arranged side by side, each decorated with traditional cultural elements and works that convey the appeal of Ehime Prefecture. The property has introduced an auto-check-in system, rare even within Ehime, and accepts payment by card only. Check-in and check-out can be completed without meeting anyone, allowing smooth accommodation procedures. Approximately a minute walk from the accommodation are the bathing facilities "Dogo Onsen Annex Asuka no Yu" and "Dogo Onsen Tsubaki no Yu," offering a soothing time nearby.
Yu-Rah villa & gallery
Located on Omishima Island along the Setouchi Shimanami Kaido, this private villa stay offers uninterrupted views of the gentle Seto Inland Sea. "iru" is designed entirely for appreciating the scenery, featuring an 18-tatami-mat LDK (approximately 30m²) and a terrace with a depth of about 3 meters, creating a beautifully composed space where natural light and interior illumination are thoughtfully balanced. "måne" offers a relaxing atmosphere in which art and the landscape framed by the windows come together, showcasing furniture and interior pieces crafted by local artists. Both villas include ocean-view bathrooms, allowing the sea and sky to be enjoyed through open windows during a soothing bath.
あかがね荘別邸
A private villa surrounded by a bamboo forest in Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture. Enjoy the barrel-shaped sauna, a tradition passed down since ancient times in Finland, the birthplace of saunas. After working up a sweat, you can relax in the open-air bath or cold bath surrounded by the bamboo forest. An open-air bath, all-weather barbecue space, and online karaoke are available as paid options. Enjoy the extensive facilities inside and outside with friends. Refresh and soothe the fatigue of everyday life in a private space.
HOTEL LEPO CHAHAL
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.