Nationwide × Art-Friendly AccommodationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

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.

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.

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.

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.

Opened in October 2025 on a site overlooking Nagoya Castle, which brought 260 years of prosperity to Owari Nagoya, this Hotel is based on the concept of an “art museum Hotel the world can be proud of.” Artworks throughout the building—featuring motifs such as Rinpo Kiryū (Kirin, Phoenix, Turtle, and Dragon) and “kachō fūgetsu” (flowers, birds, wind, and moon)—are showcased alongside Japanese craftsmanship.All 100 guest rooms feature a balcony and a view bath. The Hotel also offers six “Art Collection” suite rooms created by six artists.The Hotel has eight restaurants. On the 4th-floor restaurant level, you will find a specialty French restaurant as well as Japanese cuisine, sushi, tempura, teppanyaki, and more.In the basement is a spa & fitness area featuring luxury product treatments such as “Lapidem,” made with naturally derived ingredients (the first in the Tokai region), and “Augustinus Bader,” favored by celebrities worldwide. Facilities also include a pool and natural Onsen bathing facilities. Multiple banquet venues are available as well, including a banquet room that can accommodate up to 1,700 guests.

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.

【2024 & 2025: Awarded 1 Michelin Key for Two Consecutive Years】 Located just a 5-minute walk from the heart of Honmura, Naoshima Ryokan "Rokasumi" is set to open. This authentic Ryokan features all-suite rooms with private open-air baths. Every three years, the Setouchi Triennale, one of Japan's largest contemporary art events, takes place across 12 islands in the Seto Inland Sea and three ports on the mainland and Shikoku. *The next event will be held in 2028.* The Setouchi Triennale attracts art enthusiasts from around the world with its collection of modern art pieces. Even outside of this event period, Naoshima offers numerous permanent art installations and museums for visitors to enjoy year-round. Make Naoshima your base for exploring both Naoshima and the beautiful Seto Inland Sea region!

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.

Experience the harmony of Kengo Kuma's architecture, contemporary art, and the natural beauty of Yufuin at the Onsen villa, 【COMICO ART HOUSE YUFUIN】. The two guest villas, themed around natural materials "Earth" and "Bamboo," offer spaces that highlight the potential of these elements. During your stay, immerse yourself in the works of renowned Japanese contemporary artists such as Yoshitomo Nara, Takashi Murakami, and Hiroshi Sugimoto at the adjacent contemporary art museum, 【COMICO ART MUSEUM YUFUIN】. Relax your weary heart and indulge in a stay that stimulates all five senses in this extraordinary space.

Aldo Rossi, the world-renowned Italian architect who shaped 20th-century architecture, and Shigeru Uchida, one of Japan’s leading interior designers, joined forces to open this Hotel in 1989 as Japan’s first design hotel.In 2023, it was “Re-Designed” into a new space that carries on the original vision.In the 130-seat underground lounge “EL DORADO,” we offer a breakfast buffet and lounge services. All staying guests have free access.Enjoy this additional living room beyond your guestroom, and spend time in the Re-Designed space.

"LOG," located halfway up the slope leading to Senkoji Temple in Onomichi, is a Property that has been transformed from an apartment built in 1963 into a multi-purpose Facility in collaboration with the Indian architectural group Studio Mumbai. The third floor, which houses the Rooms, is exclusively for guests and features a library inspired by the study of Bijoy Jain. Both types of Rooms incorporate handmade Japanese paper by Wataru Hatano, allowing guests to enjoy a unique stay with experiences such as the shifting light filtering through shoji screens and the distinctive "sounds" of Onomichi from outside the windows. Additionally, the first and second floors include a dining area, café & bar, shop, and gallery. Spend your time at LOG as you please, enjoying its various expressions throughout the day.

From the moment you step into the entrance of Mesm Tokyo, a space that captivates all five senses unfolds before you. With breathtaking views of a beautiful Japanese garden and waterfront scenery, distinctive fragrances, carefully curated music that resonates pleasantly in your ears, French bistronomy akin to a theatrical experience, cocktails and sweets that immerse you in an artistic world—Mesm Tokyo offers a dynamic space resonating with the concept of "TOKYO WAVES." Unique talents dressed in Yohji Yamamoto's stylish designs enhance your stay with their exceptional hospitality.The 265 warmly luxurious guest rooms promise supreme comfort with premium beds for ultimate sleep quality, plush towels and soft bathrobes to soothe tired bodies. Enjoy playful touches such as high-performance digital pianos for an authentic musical experience and original amenities created through collaborations with various brands. Garden-view rooms with balconies offer refreshing contrasts of greenery and water from Hamarikyu Gardens during the day, while at night, dazzling bay area views accompanied by sea breezes add vibrant colors to your stay at Mesm Tokyo.Additionally, shortly after its opening in April 2020, Mesm Tokyo was recognized as a "4 Pavilion Hotel" (4-star hotel) indicating "Top class comfort" in the hotel section of the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2021.

Set in historic Miyagawa-cho and just moments from the Kamo River and Kennin-ji Temple, this rare location offers an exceptional base in Kyoto. Designed by Kengo Kuma & Associates, the architecture evokes the charm of Gion’s hidden lanes while reinterpreting traditional motifs through a contemporary lens, creating an intimate space to connect with Kyoto’s culture.The 89 guestrooms reflect Capella’s signature deeply personal stay, rooted in Kyoto’s enduring traditions.Six suites feature natural Onsen that can be enjoyed in-room, while Auriga Spa offers programs that blend Japanese tradition with modern wellness.In addition to exceptional dining across three restaurants, a diverse collection of contemporary art and cultural experiences throughout the property celebrates local traditions that continue to thrive today.

A “machiyado”-style Accommodation nestled in Inami, a town where the tradition of woodcarving craftsmanship lives on. We reimagine the entire town as one Hotel—its streets, workshops, and everyday life becoming part of your stay—offering a new way to travel. All guest rooms are private whole-house rentals, limited to one group per day. Each house is a one-of-a-kind space created by local artisans and makers active in the town. From the furnishings and materials to the finest details, their aesthetic sensibility and skill are present throughout. Like staying in a gallery, you can spend time surrounded by works of art. Your stay itself becomes an experience of encountering craftsmanship and savoring it deeply. Step away from busy daily life and surrender to the quiet rhythm of this town. Enjoy a stay that restores space in your life as you feel the warmth of handcraftsmanship.

Established in 1878 as Japan's first full-scale Resort Hotel in Miyanoshita, Hakone, Fujiya Hotel began with a single Western-style building constructed by its founder, Sennosuke Yamaguchi. Over time, through numerous expansions and renovations, it has become a grand architectural symbol of Hakone. Having overcome many challenges, including natural disasters, much of the building was designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property in 1997. After more than two years of extensive renovations, the "new" Fujiya Hotel reopened in 2020. While preserving its timeless charm and design along with its spirit of hospitality, we continue to create new history as a pioneer among classic hotels to provide an even more comfortable and relaxing experience for our guests.

Experience the luxurious space where "master craftsmanship" breathes life into a historic relocated traditional Japanese house, and discover an extraordinary Japan that blends traditional beauty with modern sensibilities. Located in Enshu, Shizuoka, once known as the land of Totomi, "Katsuragi Kitanomaru" is a resort by Yamaha Group—a serene retreat nestled in the mountains and described as a "modern-day castle." Surrounded by tranquil nature, the interior features soft curves supported by ancient wood beams, roofs adorned with Enshu tiles, corridors paved with luxurious rosewood bricks, walls decorated with crafts and art pieces, and wooden designer furniture. This unique accommodation harmoniously combines nostalgic yet innovative elements of Japanese aesthetics. Infused with Yamaha's expertise in sound and music culture, this beautiful accommodation offers opportunities to enjoy seasonal nature and local cultural experiences. Relax your mind and body while indulging in an exceptional stay like no other. Katsuragi Kitanomaru proudly served as the base camp hotel for Japan's national soccer team during the 2002 FIFA World Cup.

A contemporary art hub where art storage and Hotel merge. Located about an 8-minute walk from Asakusa Station A2a exit and about a 9-minute walk from Kuramae Station A7 exit, this Hotel is nestled in a quiet residential area. You can easily access popular tourist spots such as Asakusa and Tokyo Skytree on foot. The shared spaces within the Hotel feature nine storage units where an art gallery publicly stores and displays works, along with various other exhibited pieces. Enjoy a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes world of the art scene, which is usually hidden from view.

"ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts," nestled in the serene nature of Rakuhoku, Kyoto's hidden retreat, offers a unique experience under the concept of "Dive into Kyoto," immersing guests in the profound and undiscovered charm of Kyoto. Located in the birthplace of the Rinpa school of art, a place cherished by artists for centuries, this resort provides an extraordinary relaxation space away from the ordinary. The spa Facility, designed to harmonize with the majestic natural scenery, features a thermal pool utilizing Onsen, guiding guests to a tranquil and soothing time for both mind and body.

“Kura-no-Yu,” a renovated Meiji-era storehouse bath, offers a lukewarm soak in our private 36°C natural hot spring, along with guest Rooms set within a traditional Japanese house of white plaster and black lacquer finishes. Each Room is equipped with a massage chair, and we welcome you with relaxed, unobtrusive hospitality. Furnishings, antiques, calligraphy, and paintings are displayed throughout the property, creating an atmosphere like an art museum. For dining, savor creative cuisine made with local and seasonal ingredients to your heart’s content.