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A long-established Ryokan once located in Maebashi has been reborn as “Shiroiya Hotel” after 300 years of history. Renovated from an abandoned building, its bold, exposed-concrete atrium features enchanting “light art” created by world-renowned artists, along with guest rooms—no two alike in design—scattered throughout. The on-site innovative restaurant, featured in the global gourmet guide “Gault & Millau” for five consecutive years, offers a dining experience rooted in French cuisine × Gunma, crafted by Gunma-born Chef Hiro Katayama, who has honed his skills at acclaimed restaurants in Japan and abroad—bringing you the appeal of nature-rich Gunma through every dish.The property also includes a patisserie, bakery, and even three private saunas (all fully enclosed), ensuring an inspiration-filled stay.

In Nanki Shirahama, there is an architectural structure that stands out as if it were cut out from its surroundings. Hotel Kawakyu. A singular work that eschews similar styles and perfects its own unique world. That is why there exists a space that can never be experienced elsewhere.

River Retreat Garaku is a small luxury Hotel surrounded by the beautiful nature of the Jintsu Gorge. Nestled among lush mountain greenery and the clear-flowing Jintsu River, it offers a special, soothing stay. Choose from Rooms with distinct styles and atmospheres. Relax both body and mind with natural Onsen, a sauna, and spa treatments, then enjoy dishes made with local Toyama ingredients and regional sake at the restaurant. Refresh away from everyday life as you explore the library’s wide selection of books and admire the diverse contemporary art works found throughout the Hotel and nearby.

Nestled at the foot of the majestic Kirishima mountain range, "Fuji no Hana Hotel" offers an exclusive retreat with only three rooms. This art-filled boutique hotel provides a serene and extraordinary escape from everyday life. The lobby features works by Picasso, Dali, Lalique, and Gallé, while the space is thoughtfully designed with artistic Mexican furniture and carefully curated interiors. Each guest room includes a natural Onsen with free-flowing hot spring water and an open-air bath where you can enjoy the changing seasons. For dining, we offer an exquisite full-course Italian meal prepared by a chef selected among Japan's top 100 chefs. Serving only three groups per day, each dish is crafted meticulously using the freshest ingredients of the moment. Experience the luxury of time and space in Kirishima at our restaurant that engages all your senses. Surrounded by this special atmosphere, indulge in a refined and elegant stay.

We have designed each Room with genuine artworks, creating the ambiance of an "art-loving Hotel" that feels like a museum. Focusing on your stay in the Room, we provide a special time for you to unwind and enrich your heart in an elegant and high-quality space. All guest Rooms feature spacious Western-style interiors with ceilings over 3 meters high, specially designed Hollywood-style beds for optimal sleep, and ceiling-mounted humidifiers to ensure the utmost comfort.

Approximately 20 minutes by train from Kanazawa and 30 minutes by car from Komatsu Airport. Within walking distance of the accommodation, you can enjoy exploring valleys and strolling through town. All guest rooms face the valley, offering an extraordinary experience of nature that changes with the seasons and time of day. We provide a warm yet sophisticated stay, blending traditional Japanese culture—such as food, tea, sake, and crafts—with a modern perspective.

In February 2020, Portom International Hokkaido opened in the New Chitose Airport International Terminal. With the concept “Encounters and Color for Your Journey,” the hotel offers an elegant space enriched with Japanese art. Beautiful Japanese traditions and heartfelt hospitality invite you to relax in comfort and enjoy a truly special experience. Savor every moment of your stay to the fullest.

A property resembling an art museum, featuring 12 villas themed around eight materials: soil, stone, plaster, wood, lacquer, Japanese paper, glass, and iron, along with natural onsen. At the foot of the Suzuka Mountain Range, in a hot spring area that has healed people since ancient times, immerse yourself in the power of nature and enjoy delicious and nutritious meals made from natural ingredients.

Whether it’s a wedding anniversary, birthday, school entrance or graduation celebration, retirement, or a milestone longevity celebration such as Kanreki (60th) or Kiju (77th), Sanso Muryoto is here to help with any requests to make your family’s special day an unforgettable lifelong memory. The “Meiji” guest room comfortably accommodates up to 8 adults. Enjoy precious time together under one roof with your parents and adorable grandchildren. For your family’s special day of new beginnings, we would be honored if you choose Sanso Muryoto.

[Michelin Guide Hiroshima & Ehime 2018: 5-Star+ Hotel (Red)][Featured in the Michelin Key selection for three consecutive years, 2024–2026]Architecturally designed by Tadao Ando. Memorable indoor and outdoor spaces include iconic pools and a jacuzzi, “ALL THAT SPA SETOUCHI.”This small luxury Hotel offers just seven all-suite rooms, each equipped with more than ample Facilities.Enjoy a stay where you can take in sweeping views of the magnificent Setouchi scenery through expansive glass windows and fully experience its natural bounty.

Rakudoan is an accommodation limited to three groups per day, renovated from a traditional Toyama farmhouse called "Azumadachi," surrounded by rice fields on three sides. Using natural materials such as earth, wood, washi paper, and silk that have long been part of human life, the space seamlessly connects with the surrounding rural landscape and history while harmonizing quietly with folk crafts, traditional craftsmanship, and contemporary art. The on-site restaurant offers local cuisine from Toyama's sea, mountains, and countryside. Each dish carefully expresses not only the ingredients but also the stories and intentions behind them. By honoring the time it took for these ingredients to grow and respecting the thoughts of their producers, we weave flavors unique to this region into every plate. This accommodation allows you to experience "Toyama's spiritual richness" through its scenery, space design, art pieces, cuisine offerings, and human connections.

Simose Art Garden Villa is an unprecedented art complex on the waterfront overlooking Miyajima, bringing together 10 villas, a French restaurant, and an art museum. Designed by Shigeru Ban, winner of the 2014 Pritzker Prize, the Simose Art Museum received the Versailles Prize from UNESCO as one of “the world’s most beautiful museums.” Enjoy private moments reserved exclusively for villa guests. Savor a truly new experience of art, architecture, and cuisine.

“Kaze no Sawa,” nestled in the satoyama countryside of Kurihara City, Miyagi Prefecture, is a one-party-per-day Accommodation renovated from a 200-year-old Registered Tangible Cultural Property. As a “chef’s Accommodation” run by an owner-chef, we welcome one group at a time as a couple, offering an immersive stay that becomes an experience in itself.Here, everything—from sourcing ingredients and preparation to setting the space—is done by our own hands. For this reason, we intentionally limit our opening days and value the time to engage sincerely with each stay.Centered around the thatched-roof main house, a tea room, meditation room, and art exhibition spaces are scattered across the grounds. Spanning over 5,000 tsubo (approx. 16,500 m²), the property is surrounded by seasonal nature throughout the year. In this tranquil setting, you can enjoy a quiet escape from everyday life.Dinner features a course menu made with seasonal ingredients personally selected by the chef through visits to farms and fishing ports and direct connections with producers. Each dish expresses the blessings of Tohoku—of that day and that place.Enjoy an exceptional stay where nature, culture, and cuisine resonate together—within a space that preserves the character of this cultural heritage building while offering modern comfort.

The guest rooms, designed with the concept of "detached" structures protruding into the surrounding nature of the property, are the architectural and interior design work of the globally acclaimed architect Hikoko Nishia. All rooms feature open-air baths with natural onsen water, allowing you to enjoy a private space. We aim to provide a property that harmonizes with the unique hospitality and serene tranquility of Tokachi.

A property with the concept of "Wellness and Art." A remarkable fusion of history dating back to the Muromachi period and contemporary art. Enjoy the cultural arts amidst the tranquility of vast nature, along with the blessings of onsen directly from the source and wholesome, body-friendly cuisine.

Each room features a modern open-air Kin-sen hot spring bath, a private sauna, an indoor bath with cold-plunge capability, and a fully equipped kitchen. Designed for complete privacy 24 hours a day, this is functional beauty that lets you stay freely without interruption. Every uniquely designed room is adorned with materials and art inspired by the theme of “plants and roots”; step inside and the noise of everyday life fades away—unwind in silence, free your senses, and wash away mental residue. Drift between Arima’s hot springs and the sauna, gently reset your inner self, and savor a one-of-a-kind experience.

Benesse House, opened in 1992, is an accommodation that integrates a museum and a hotel under the concept of "Coexistence of Nature, Architecture, and Art." The property features four distinct accommodation buildings: "Museum," where you can stay inside the museum; "Oval," offering breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea; "Park," surrounded by sea, greenery, and art; and "Beach," enveloped by the sound of gentle waves. Additionally, it includes a restaurant, café, spa, and shop. All architecture was designed by Tadao Ando to harmonize with the environment of Setonaikai National Park over time. The long slopes, stairs, pathways for movement within the facility, and natural light streaming through framed openings invite guests to experience contemporary art with their entire being.

Approximately one hour from the city center, a compact design hotel combining tranquility and a playful adult spirit. Situated by the seaside yet exuding an urban charm, with designs capturing the essence of things in various places. Interiors with different theme colors for each room, a library collection that stimulates intellectual curiosity. Every material that composes this hotel gently touches the strings of the heart. This is SCAPES THE SUITE's proposal of "escaping" rather than "traveling."

Since its completion in 1954, Nagoya TV Tower has been cherished as a symbol of the city for over half a century. It has been the heart of the city's growth, a gathering place for people, and a location that represents Nagoya's "origin." In 2020, Nagoya TV Tower was reborn as THE TOWER HOTEL. Now serving as a "Local Media Tower," it showcases regional traditions, culture, art & craft, and regional cuisine—a new hub for Nagoya. Experience the unique blend of historic charm from this "Important Cultural Property" and modern innovation that can only be found here. We look forward to welcoming you to this extraordinary destination.

Fufu Nara is a small luxury resort designed by world-renowned architect Kengo Kuma, inheriting the scenic beauty of the ancient capital, Nara. Nara’s profound history and culture are expressed throughout the property, offering a serene space wrapped in the gentle warmth of wood. In every guestroom, enjoy natural Onsen featuring our “Wakan Aromatic Bath,” inspired by Nara’s heritage as the birthplace of traditional medicine. For dining—one of the great pleasures of travel—savor Japanese cuisine or teppanyaki that captures the culture and charm of this region.