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As the castle town of Obi Domain under the Ito Clan, this area flourished and was the first in Kyushu to be designated as an "Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings," recognized for its historical value with samurai residences still scattered throughout. We have transformed one of these historic samurai residences into a luxurious and pristine Property. Fully renovated, it offers a spacious and relaxing atmosphere. Our Ryokan is a renovated Onsen Property located in the Obi castle town, featuring a main building over 140 years old (approximately 350 square meters) and a detached barn (approximately 45 square meters). Each guest room is equipped with a private open-air Onsen bath and is designed with interiors inspired by Obi's unique characteristics, such as "Honmurasaki" (deep purple), "Koke" (moss), and "Sugi" (cedar). Introducing the "Castle Town View Sauna," a private outdoor sauna perched on a hill! Exclusively available to our guests, this fully outdoor private sauna offers a serene experience. From the outdoor deck overlooking the samurai residences of Obi castle town, you can enjoy the ultimate relaxation. *The sauna is available for 3,300 yen (tax included) per person for a 2-hour session.

Just a 1-minute walk from JR Fukuyama Station, where the Shinkansen stops, our hotel offers excellent access and is perfect as a base for sightseeing or business. All 191 guest rooms feature separate bath and toilet facilities. Enjoy a warm and high-quality stay in Fukuyama, where Japanese traditions thrive.

A traditional Japanese-style Ryokan preserving the charm of the Meiji and Taisho eras. Enjoy a relaxing stay and delightful meals with us.

KOKO HOTEL Residence is set to open near Nijo Castle, in the tranquil heart of Kyoto where time flows gently. Experience moments of relaxation in a serene space embraced by the whispers of trees and the charm of the ancient capital. We look forward to welcoming you at KOKO, where your journey will weave into a new story.

Just a 5-minute walk from the nearest Kyobashi Station to the Hotel via a covered walkway! Nearby, Osaka-jo Hall is a 5-minute walk away, and Osaka Castle is about a 10-minute walk. There are also many dining options in the area, including Japanese, Western, Chinese.S Italian cuisine, and izakaya pubs. The Hotel also features the Japanese restaurant “Zuientei” on the 15th floor (Closed: Tuesdays). “SPA Trinite” on the 16th floor is available free of charge exclusively to guests. For both men and women, it offers a semi-open-air bath, an indoor bath, and a jacuzzi, as well as a sauna, cold bath, and a relaxation area with reclining chairs. After your bath, enjoy a soothing moment at the “Lounge” within the same Facility. Soft drinks, snacks, and a soup bar are available, along with one complimentary draft beer per person during limited hours. Experience an extraordinary stay at the urban oasis of Hotel Monterey La Soeur Osaka.

Hotel Shoho is located on a hill in Matsumoto City, offering sweeping views of the majestic Northern Alps and the castle town of Matsumoto from every guest room. Utsukushigahara Onsen is a historic hot spring area that has been loved since the Edo period; it was once home to “Goten-no-Yu,” a villa built by the lord of Matsumoto Castle for relaxation. At our Hotel, you can enjoy five types of baths: an open-air bath, private baths, a large public bath, a jacuzzi, and a footbath. For guests who have traveled all the way to Utsukushigahara Onsen, we prepare our cuisine with care—creative Japanese kaiseki featuring seasonal Shinshu ingredients and special kaiseki using Shinshu’s signature branded ingredients. Matsumoto City and its surroundings are within easy reach, as are Kamikochi, Azumino, and the Utsukushigahara Highlands. Please visit Utsukushigahara Onsen—an ideal base for sightseeing.

[80 minutes by car from Osaka] Iga-Ueno is a historic castle town and former post town, rich in culture and tradition, home to nationally designated crafts such as Iga ware pottery and Iga kumihimo braiding. It is also known as the birthplace of Iga-style ninja and the haiku master Matsuo Basho. NIPPONIA HOTEL Iga Ueno Castle Town is a decentralized Hotel with just 16 rooms, created by renovating historic buildings scattered throughout the town, including Registered Tangible Cultural Properties dating back around 150 years—reimagining the entire town as one Hotel.In April 2026, a new wing will open featuring a “Kura Sauna,” revitalized from a Meiji-era storehouse. We invite you to enjoy a private retreat moment of deep relaxation amid architecture shaped by time.Dining—one of travel’s greatest pleasures—offers an exceptional gastronomic experience that delights all five senses: legendary Iga beef, renowned for its quality alongside Matsusaka beef yet rarely found outside the area; premium Iga rice ranked at the highest “Special A” level in The whole country’s rice taste rankings; and world-class Iga sake served as the toast at the G7 Ise-Shima Summit. Savor ingredients lovingly raised by local producers.Recommended for families and couples celebrating anniversaries or birthdays. Enjoy refined time with IGAMONO—the cuisine, history, and culture that make Iga proud.

Located just 200 meters north of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Nijo Castle, "Suzuki Premium Nijo Castle North" is a traditional Kyoto townhouse over 90 years old. The first floor has been renovated into a stylish and spacious area, featuring an open and extraordinary atmosphere with a bathroom and washroom facing the deck. The second floor showcases exposed beams and roof structures, preserving original elements such as alcoves, transoms, and earthen walls that create a space full of character. Experience both the "new" and "old" in this unique Kyoto townhouse while reflecting on timeless history in your own style.

Kaimikan, with a history of more than 130 years and visited by many writers and artists including Toson Shimazaki, held its grand opening in May 2007. Blending tradition with a fresh sensibility, every Room on the 4th floor features a private scenic-view bath. Our Japanese garden overlooking Lake Shinji is highly acclaimed each year by international magazines. While enjoying these breathtaking views, please savor our signature “Kaimi Family-Style Sea Bream Rice,” passed down only at our inn, at the new “Garden Tea House Mina-mi.” Kaimikan is also located in the heart of Matsue, making it easy to explore the historic castle town. For an exceptional stay in the San’in region, we warmly invite you to spend your time at Kaimikan.

Dogo Onsen, Japan's oldest Onsen with a history of approximately 3,000 years, has been celebrated as one of the nation's most renowned hot springs, even mentioned in poems such as "Shiratama no Ishiyu" and "Iyo no Yuketa." Funaya Ryokan (now known as "Funaya") opened here during the Kan'ei era of the Edo period. For over 390 years, it has been cherished as a beloved Property for countless travelers. Dogo Onsen, which appears in ancient texts like the "Nihon Shoki" and "Manyoshu," was made decisively famous by Natsume Soseki's novel "Botchan." The haiku, "Hajimete no Funaya tomari wo shigure keri," was composed in the autumn of 1893 when Soseki stayed at Funaya during his first year as a teacher in Matsuyama. Funaya Ryokan has also been a favorite Property of literary figures connected to Matsuyama, such as Masaoka Shiki and Takahama Kyoshi. At "Dogo Onsen Funaya," you can enjoy a vast garden of approximately 1,500 tsubo (about 4,950 square meters) with a flowing mountain stream. The Property has been meticulously crafted to harmonize the charm of tradition with a fresh, modern spirit. Please savor a memorable moment of your journey with us.

Property Yurakuan is located near the World Heritage Nijo Castle and the traditional Sanjo Shopping Street. This nearly 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse has been renovated while preserving its traditional design, and is exclusively available for one group per day. Enjoy a relaxing Kyoto experience in a private space with your loved ones.

On April 25, 2025 (Friday), Granviero Hotel Tamba Sasayama Wakura will open in Tamba Sasayama, Hyogo Prefecture. Tamba Sasayama is a place where beautiful streetscapes, history, and nature coexist. We welcome each guest with heartfelt hospitality that captures the charm of the town and embodies Route Inn Hotels' timeless spirit of "Japanese heart."The guest rooms feature a serene tatami-style design with low beds, combining traditional Japanese ambiance with modern comfort. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere where you can relax barefoot and experience restful sleep on beds at an ideal height.Our natural Onsen "Asagiri no Yu" is characterized by its high heat-retention effect that warms your body from within despite being colorless, transparent, and tasteless. Immerse yourself in this soothing bath to unwind and relieve daily fatigue.For dining, we offer exquisite dishes for both breakfast and dinner made with seasonal ingredients. Savor the fresh local produce during your stay.

Since its founding in the seventh year of the Meiji era, Stays Josaikan has been widely loved as a property of sincerity in Tosa, welcoming many distinguished guests from the imperial family, as well as numerous political and business leaders. What we always cherish is the idea of our property as an extension of the home. We sincerely and wholeheartedly offer hospitality with gratitude, so that guests who have traveled all the way to Tosa can relax and feel at ease. Time flows and eras change, but the spirit of hospitality remains unchanged. Subtly and warmly. The passionate thoughts of our predecessors still live on in Stays Josaikan.

An Onsen Hotel surrounded by the clear Nagara River and Mount Kinka. During the cherry blossom season, you can enjoy the view of fully bloomed cherry blossoms from the lobby. Savor dishes made with the delicious, mineral-rich water of the Nagara River, featuring delicacies from the river and mountains.

A premium Japanese-style Hotel with tatami flooring throughout. Conveniently located about a 6-minute walk from Karashimacho Station on the Kumamoto City Tram, and close to one of Japan’s three most famous castles—ideal as a base for sightseeing.The large public bath on the top floor features natural Onsen, along with a high-temperature dry sauna (auto löyly), a cold-water bath, and an outdoor relaxation area. After your bath, we offer complimentary ice cream and lactic acid drinks.For breakfast, enjoy around 50 Japanese and Western buffet items, including the local specialty “stewed horse tendon.” For a late-night snack, we also offer Dormy Inn’s signature complimentary “Yonaki Soba” (night ramen).The interior is inspired by Higo Rokka motifs, evoking elegance and dignified strength.

A Hotel conveniently located between JR Kanazawa Station and Kenrokuen Garden, ideal for both business and sightseeing.

Located in Tatsuno’s Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, where the town’s charm still lives on. From the outside it appears to be a modest machiya townhouse, but once you open the door, a spacious 156 m² interior unfolds.This Accommodation modernly reinterprets the atmosphere of the Meiji and Taisho eras and is an entire-house rental limited to one group per day. In this private space where you can relax without concern for others, we provide Simmons bedding as used by top Hotels, along with gentle-on-skin MARKS&WEB amenities—especially appreciated by women.The living room, softly lit from the courtyard, is ideal for spending time with family or close friends. Refined yet understated interiors help you forget the rush of everyday life and invite you into a comfortable stay that feels like living in this town.Stroll through the castle town on our complimentary rental bicycles or raise a toast with welcome sparkling wine—enjoy your holiday your way. Experience a special stay in Tatsuno that lets your mind truly unwind.

Located in the heart of Kumamoto City, just steps from Kamitori Arcade and an 8-minute walk to Kumamoto Castle! We offer both popular Japanese-style and Japanese-Western-style rooms, perfect for families with small children.

The kaiseki cuisine, proudly prepared by the head chef of En no Accommodation, who has experience working at Tokyo Prince and the Imperial Household Agency, is exquisite. Enjoy breakfast while gazing at the moat. Spend a relaxing time that can only be experienced in a private setting.

Are you familiar with a plant called Japanese honeysuckle (Suikazura)? Its name, meaning “to endure the winter,” reflects its resilience, and it has long been cherished. In Inuyama, it has been passed down through generations as Suikazura liqueur.Accommodation -SHUKU- makes use of a building connected to this historic Suikazura liqueur.Time spent in a space full of character, cuisine that lets you savor local flavors, and the quiet streetscape of this castle town. Immerse yourself in Inuyama’s history and culture found only here, and enjoy a calm stay just a little removed from everyday life.A moment to unwind both mind and body.