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[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.

- Experience a special journey in the historic castle town of Ozu, nurtured by the Hijikawa River. Encounter history, culture, and stunning landscapes amidst historical architecture that embodies Japanese aesthetics. Immerse yourself in the charm of this unique town. -Our accommodation is one of Japan's largest decentralized hotels, where the entire castle town is envisioned as a single hotel. Guest rooms, reception areas, and restaurants are scattered throughout the town. During your stay, explore each building while naturally touring the castle town to meet locals and discover its history, culture, and breathtaking scenery.Ozu City in Ehime Prefecture was selected as one of "The Top 100 Sustainable Destinations 2022" by Green Destinations and won first place globally in the Story Awards "Culture & Tradition" category.

Built in 1604 by Terumoto Mori after the Battle of Sekigahara in 1600, Hagi flourished as a castle town. Walking through streets that still retain the atmosphere of those times, you can feel the presence of history in the stone walls, white plastered walls, and even in a passing breeze. Turning around, it feels as if over 400 years of history quietly lingers here. At its heart lies "Hagijo Sannomaru Hokumon Yashiki," the only Ryokan within the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Hagi Castle Town." Located on the site of the Yoshiki Mori Clan's Hagi Domain residence, it conveys to this day a harmony of Japanese elegance and Western sophistication.

An ideal location within walking distance of Kanazawa’s signature attractions, including Omicho Market—Kanazawa’s kitchen—Kanazawa Castle Park, and the Higashi Chaya District. All guest rooms are 32 m² or larger. We offer a variety of room types, including suites of approximately 66 m² and connecting rooms that can accommodate up to 6 guests. Guests staying in Suites and Club Rooms may enjoy access to an exclusive lounge, where you can savor an elegant break time with hotel-made sweets and local Ishikawa sake.At our highly rated breakfast buffet, you can enjoy a wide selection of Kanazawa specialties all at once, along with freshly prepared sushi and tempura served right in front of you by our chefs.Spend a graceful moment in an extraordinary space that reflects Kanazawa’s traditional beauty, featuring a courtyard where you can feel the changing seasons.

Known as the "Castle in the Sky" or "Japan's Machu Picchu," Takeda Castle Ruins appear to float amidst a sea of clouds. At the foot of this historic site lies a charming castle town, featuring serene waterways, traditional townhouses from the Meiji and Taisho eras with white plaster walls and decorative eaves, and picturesque scenery that changes with each season.At the heart of this historic townscape stands a former sake brewery with over 400 years of history, now transformed into an elegant accommodation offering 13 unique rooms. Each room is distinct in character, housed within structures such as the main building from the Meiji era, storehouses, or detached cottages, providing guests with a tranquil and soothing retreat.The culinary experience—a highlight of any journey—features local specialties like Tajima beef and Kasumi crab paired with fresh local vegetables in exquisite French cuisine. Indulge in a world of gourmet delights enhanced by various local ingredients and fine sake.To enrich your stay further, we also provide guidance on nearby attractions. With its convenient location for visiting Takeda Castle Ruins as well as Amanohashidate sightseeing spots, our accommodation offers an ideal escape from daily life where you can enjoy moments of peace and fulfillment.

"Ryotei Ryokan Yasui" is located in Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture, home to the National Treasure Hikone Castle with 400 years of history. Experience the beauty and history of the Edo period through the castle's stunning keep while enjoying our warm hospitality that cherishes Japanese tradition and elegance. We look forward to welcoming you for a truly refreshing and memorable stay.

The moment you step inside, you'll feel as if you've traveled back in time to the Taisho era, surrounded by a nostalgic atmosphere. Kanazawa Hakuchoro Hotel Sanraku is located next to Kanazawa Castle, offering excellent access to major tourist attractions. Inside the hotel, you'll find furnishings that reflect the traditional essence of Kanazawa, creating an ambiance akin to an art museum. Enjoy discovering your favorite piece during your stay. Additionally, our natural Onsen sourced from 807 meters underground is gentle on the skin and known as "Bijin no Yu" (Beauty Hot Spring) for its rich benefits. After exploring the streets of Kanazawa, why not relax and rejuvenate in our Onsen?

Just a 2-minute walk from Matsumoto Castle! The only Hotel located in the Sannomaru district within Matsumoto Castle, home to the National Treasure keep. Based on the concept of "a slightly luxurious and high-quality hotel life," we pursue "preservation of timeless traditions," "modern and comfortable functionality," and "cultural and serene relaxation." Enjoy a unique experience at Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel, offering a tranquil retreat in an exceptional location for your travels or as a relaxing space during business trips.

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.

Yanagawa is a beautiful water city where 930 km of canals, unchanged since the Edo period, spread throughout the town and boats glide by. The Tachibana family has long stood alongside Yanagawa’s history. During the Edo period, Ohana began as a villa of the Tachibana family, lords of the Yanagawa Domain. From the Western-style building constructed in the Meiji era as an authentic guesthouse, you pass through to a grand 100-tatami hall—beyond which lies a magnificent garden composed solely of pine trees. With the renewal of our accommodation wing, we are being reborn as a space where you can more fully enjoy the appeal of cultural properties still preserved by descendants of this former daimyo family. Making use of our distinction as Japan’s only nationally designated Place of Scenic Beauty where you can stay—a Ryokan with dining—we offer activities and moments that let you feel the history and stories of the daimyo family (the Tachibana family).

"The Shiroyama Terrace Tsuyama Bekkan" has begun its journey with the aim of becoming a Hotel that is cherished for generations. Just as the Shūraku-en, a nationally designated scenic spot where the lords of the Tsuyama domain once entertained their guests in a villa garden, this Hotel aspires to be a welcoming retreat for esteemed guests, a comfortable villa where locals gather and wish to visit repeatedly, and a stage where the finest local products from Tsuyama and Okayama Prefecture shine brightly.On the eighth floor of the Hotel, the Onsen large public bath with an open-air bath offers the renowned "Dodo Onsen," a famous hot spring of Tsuyama long celebrated for its skin-beautifying properties. Guests can enjoy a relaxing soak while taking in the view of the Tsuyama Castle ruins in Tsuruyama Park. For dinner, indulge in a kaiseki course featuring a main dish of locally sourced wagyu steak prepared on a teppan grill, complemented by a variety of dishes showcasing the bounty of the satoyama in Mimasaka Tsuyama and Okayama Prefecture, as well as the seafood of the San'in region. The following morning, a breakfast buffet designed to energize your day awaits you at the buffet restaurant facing the open garden.

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.

A culinary Ryokan located beside Hachiman-bori Canal in Omihachiman, Shiga—designated an Important Cultural Landscape—renovated from a sukiya-style building constructed in the late Edo period. Choose between the exclusive-use Main Building (one whole house) and a secluded annex limited to two parties per day.At “Japanese Cuisine Tamaru,” a renovated storehouse, enjoy Omi kaiseki featuring abundant ingredients from the Saba Kaido route and the Omi region.*Check-in times vary by Room. Please refer to each Room page for details.

常茂恵 is a Property that embodies the image of Hagi and its castle town. Inside, you can experience the history and culture of Hagi, and in the Room, you can enjoy seafood from the sea in front of Hagi while admiring the Japanese garden in a traditional Japanese setting. Since its establishment in 1925, 常茂恵 has been dedicated to preserving and passing down its values. It aspires to welcome guests with the spirit of Hagi's guesthouse and to be a Property where guests feel at home, saying "I'm back."

A secluded, authentically Japanese retreat with just six private villas, nestled in the forests of Akizuki. The gentle murmur of the clear stream nearby helps you forget the bustle of everyday life. Enjoy renowned hot-spring waters all to yourself in the private bath provided in every villa—pure luxury with complete privacy. A truly exceptional getaway begins here, where doing nothing is the ultimate indulgence.

【Recommended for Takayama sightseeing! A property welcoming even babies with heartfelt hospitality】Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan is Takayama's premier Ryokan, exuding Japanese ambiance and tradition.Located just a one-minute walk from attractions such as the morning market, Takayama Honjin, and old streets, you can fully enjoy the charm of the ancient city.Experience heartfelt hospitality starting with the Honjin drum, and savor the flavors of Hida in a private dining room without worrying about your surroundings.Spend "a special day of travel" that gently lingers in your heart.

Just a 5-minute walk to the National Treasure - Matsumoto Castle, Matsumoto Hotel Kagetsu, an established hotel founded in Meiji 20, was rebranded and reopened on April 5, 2016, with the concept of "Folk Art Philosophy - Memories of Matsumoto's Daily Life." The restaurant offers course meals based on the concept of "Nagano Terroir." Learning from the spirit of "beauty through reliance" rooted in the folk art city of Matsumoto, the hotel has been reborn as a simple and practical place to stay.

Minamikan, with a history of 120 years and visited by many literary figures including Toson Shimazaki, had its grand reopening in May 2007. Blending tradition with a fresh sense of style, all Rooms on the 4th floor are equipped with scenic baths. The Japanese garden overlooking Lake Shinji receives high praise in international publications every year. While enjoying this breathtaking view, savor our exclusive "Minami Family's Traditional Sea Bream Rice" at the new "Garden Tea Room Minami." Additionally, Minamikan is located in the heart of Matsue, allowing you to explore the castle town. For an exquisite moment in the San'in region, we warmly invite you to stay at Minamikan.

"IORI STAY" is a small luxury townhouse accommodation brand with six unique accommodations located throughout Hida City. All accommodations are conveniently situated within a 5-minute walk from the station and in the heart of the sightseeing area. Hida City is just 15 minutes by train or 30 minutes by car from Takayama, offering a distinct charm that is beautiful, very local, and perfect for those who wish to enjoy a relaxing stay. Breakfast made with local ingredients will be delivered to your accommodation. For dinner, you can enjoy Hida beef sukiyaki or traditional dishes like hōba-yaki at your accommodation, or explore local izakayas to savor regional cuisine. Enjoy cycling, hiking, or an evening stroll along Setogawa River for a truly special stay.