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?
Yamaguchi
Hot Spring Inn Overlooking the Scenic Kintaikyo Bridge
This hot spring inn is convenient for sightseeing, with Kintaikyo Bridge, a nationally designated scenic spot, just a short walk away, and Itsukushima Shrine, a world heritage site, easily accessible. Views of Kintaikyo Bridge appear throughout the hotel, including guest rooms, open-air baths, and restaurants, creating quiet moments with the landmark and surrounding scenery throughout the stay. Guest rooms face either the Nishiki River or the greenery of the mountainside, with a range of layouts that includes Japanese-style rooms with open-air baths, twin rooms with beds, and single rooms suited to business stays. A total of 66 guest rooms are available.
Fukuoka
Sea Breeze and Sandy Shore Within Easy Reach
Located in the Seaside Momochi district of Fukuoka, selected as one of the "Top 100 Urban Landscapes," this 35-story hotel offers 1,052 guest rooms. The building, inspired by a luxury cruise ship, serves as a local landmark. Guest rooms overlook Hakata Bay or Fukuoka's cityscape and range from standard rooms to Japanese-style rooms and pet-friendly options. The property also features restaurants, bars, a fitness center, and a large public bath, reflecting the hospitality of "Hilton Hotels & Resorts."
Chiba
A One-Group-Per-Day Private Rental for Stays With Dogs
"Sanbu Raito -Montoutou-" is a one-group-per-day lodging in Chiba Prefecture, offering a private stay designed for time with family and a beloved dog. A dog run located just outside the room and nature-rich surroundings create a low-stress setting for pets, while a stylish pet-friendly café nearby adds an easy stop during the stay. With the coastline close at hand, the location also works well as a base for relaxed sightseeing by car.
Gunma
A Pure Japanese-Style Hot Spring Inn Offering Luxury Amidst the Charm of Four Seasons
A pure Japanese-style hot spring inn right in front of the entrance to Ishidangai, the symbol of Ikaho Onsen. There are 16 different types of guest rooms, including rooms with terraces and open-air baths, and guest rooms with open-air baths on the top floor where you can enjoy the hot spring all to yourself. A large public bath where you can enjoy Ikaho Onsen's "Kogane no Yu" and "Shirogane no Yu" flowing directly from the source, and a private rock bath where you can enjoy "Golden Hot Spring" that is 100% free flowing from the source. It is also popular. Kaiseki cuisine incorporating seasonal flavors is also one of the inn's specialties. Spend a luxurious time relaxing in Ikaho's hot springs and savoring seasonal dishes.
Search for Recommended Lodgings by Area for Those Staying Alone
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.
Tottori
Every Room Overlooks the Ocean at This Hot Spring Ryokan
This seaside ryokan underwent extensive renovations in 2024, including its large communal bath, private open-air bath, entrance lobby, and Japanese-style rooms in the East Wing. Set along the shore with sweeping views of the Sea of Japan and Miho Bay, the property offers ocean views from every guest room. The abundant waters of Kaike Onsen, supplied by 19 hot spring sources, flow continuously into the large communal baths and open-air baths. A variety of accommodations, including Japanese-style, Western-style, and Japanese-Western rooms, allows guests to choose the setting that best suits their travel style. Dining features kaiseki cuisine, showcasing the seasonal flavors of the San'in region. Facing Kaike Onsen Beach, the property also offers the opportunity to combine hot spring bathing with seaside recreation during the summer months, accompanied by the soothing sound of gentle waves.
Gifu
A Guest Room with an Open-Air Bath Overlooking the Ancient City, Offering Top-Floor Bathing Bliss
From the heights of Shiroyama, you can see the beautiful scenery of the ancient capital that changes in each season, as it would have been seen even by the owner of this land. Hoshokaku, which overlooks the charming townscape of Hida Takayama Onsen, is a popular hot spring inn that is ranked every year as one of the top 100 hotels and inns chosen by professionals. The relaxing time and warm hospitality at the inn will make you feel nostalgic, like returning to your hometown for the first time in a while. In the guest rooms with open-air baths on the top floor and the bathing area "Orihime," you can enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot springs while enjoying a panoramic view of Takayama City.
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.
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.
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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.
Wakayama
Hidden Retreat Hotel in Ingredient Rich Nanki Shirahama
Located approximately a 4-minute drive from JR Shirahama Station, "Blanchette Nanki Shirahama" is a villa-style resort hotel that focuses on the food of Nanki Shirahama. Relax in an extraordinary space lined with pure white rectangular roofs, and be amazed by the delicious food. The name "Blanchette" is a combination of "cachette," meaning hideaway in French, "blanc," representing the white of Shirahama, and "fourchette," referring to the fork, a symbol of fine cuisine. Enjoy a special holiday at this private resort that focuses on stylish space and food, and promotes itself as a "fish bellage" (wouberge) rather than an auberge.
Ehime
Two Distinct Villas for Unhurried Stays with Scenic Views
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.
Chiba
Hospitality Concept Focused on Five Senses and Comfort
A private rental house set on elevated ground in Kamogawa City, Chiba, less than a two-hour drive from central Tokyo, surrounded by a rich natural environment. In addition to seaside attractions such as Kamogawa Sea World and nearby beaches, the area also offers rural landscapes like Oyama Senmaida. The guesthouse features a refined space that blends Japanese and modern design, with extensive use of hinoki wood. Careful attention extends to the selection of furniture and tableware, each with its own background. A semi-open-air bath is also provided, allowing direct connection with Kamogawa’s natural surroundings within a private setting.
Hiroshima
A Lodging Surrounded by Onomichi’s Nature and Historic Townscape
Inspired by the concept of "an inn with Onomichi in view," this property provides a distinctive stay surrounded by the Seto Inland Sea, verdant mountains, and the scenic townscape of Onomichi. Located halfway up Mount Senkoji, it boasts some of the best views in the central area of Onomichi. There are six types of guest rooms, each with a different atmosphere according to their theme, such as the "Onomichi Club Suite" and "Cyclist Economy." A range of facilities, including a rooftop bar and café, is open to non-staying visitors as well, making the property an appealing stop during Onomichi sightseeing.
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