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A tranquil village surrounded by stunning rocky mountains, tea fields, and just a few farmhouses. Right in front of the Property lies the beautiful Makihara Valley. Located slightly away from the Onsen town, this Property blends seamlessly with the rural landscape. Amid this mysterious and soothing scenery stands Hazu Gassho. On the 1,000-tsubo grounds along the valley, there are two gassho-style buildings, a garden, open-air baths, and walking paths. As you proceed through the garden, descend the stone-paved path, and step inside, you will find a spacious entrance, lobby, dining area, and fireplace, all harmoniously showcasing the beauty of Japanese architecture. Beyond the veranda, the lush green valley awaits. You will feel as though time flows gently with the history within every corner of the Property.

Oku no Yu presents “a new way to enjoy Kurokawa Onsen, where cuisine takes center stage.” Rather than starting your trip planning by choosing an Accommodation, we propose a stay centered on dining—“Let’s go to Kurokawa Onsen because we want to eat at that restaurant”—traveling with the restaurant as your destination.For dinner, choose from Japanese cuisine or innovative French, both crafted by top-class chefs. After relaxing in the Onsen at your Accommodation, head to the restaurant area “AuKurokawa” in your yukata. Savor one of Kyushu’s finest hot springs and an exquisite dinner by world-class chefs to your heart’s content.

Naruko Hotel is an Onsen Accommodation that carries on the hot-spring healing culture dating back to 1873. Enjoy a refined and relaxing stay.\n\nJapan is said to have 11 types of hot-spring water, and Naruko Onsenkyo offers 9 of them. Our Hotel has three private spring sources (sulfur–sodium–chloride and sulfate springs), known for benefits such as promoting beautiful skin, supporting women’s health, easing rheumatism, and relieving neuralgia.\n\nOur free-flowing natural spring water changes color depending on the outside air and humidity—ranging from clear to clear green, milky white, or olive green—so you can enjoy subtle seasonal variations.\n\nA naturally gushing spring that rises from deep underground is managed around the clock by five dedicated bath attendants.

The historic registered cultural property “Shokenro” is a three-story wooden folk-art Accommodation built in the early Showa era. In a retro setting adorned with tasteful furniture and folk crafts, each of the 17 guest rooms has its own distinct character—making it a delight to find your favorite hidden retreat. Enjoy jazz throughout the building, the gentle waters of Utsukushigahara Onsen, creative kaiseki cuisine featuring Shinshu ingredients, and locally brewed sake carefully selected by the host. Please savor an “Onsen getaway for adults” that enriches the senses.

A Ryokan where attention to detail is subtly and thoughtfully provided. Careful consideration to ensure guests can feel at ease and relax, no matter when or where they are. An artistic space meticulously designed by the late Junzo Yoshimura, a member of the Japan Art Academy, who was responsible for the basic design of the new Imperial Palace. A graceful demeanor befitting such a "masterpiece." Whether in easily noticeable areas or in more secluded corners, our unwavering spirit remains the same. Always maintaining self-discipline, staying grounded, and transforming the essence of Ryokan, a proud tradition of Japanese culture, into subtle gestures of hospitality. Taishoya aspires to be a Property where tranquility envelops the scenery, light pours in, time flows gently, and the spirit of hospitality breathes into every corner.

Selected for IKYU’s “15 Dream Accommodations to Visit This Year,” Yuyado Soan is a serene retreat nestled in Izumo, the land of the gods. Enjoy free-flowing natural hot spring water from Yunokawa Onsen—renowned as one of Japan’s top three “beauty baths”—in an atmospheric setting that makes the most of traditional farmhouse beams and earthen walls, for a truly relaxing stay. Detached guest rooms feature spacious semi-open-air baths and fireplaces, offering a soothing escape where you can feel Izumo’s nature and the changing seasons in garden-wrapped tranquility. For dining, the head chef personally selects seafood from the majestic Sea of Japan and blessings from the San’in region, crafting creative Japanese cuisine that highlights the very best seasonal flavors of the day. Soak in a “beauty bath,” savor exquisite seasonal cuisine, and unwind in the quiet calm of a traditional farmhouse—. Conveniently located near Izumo Taisha Shrine and Izumo Airport, this Accommodation is also an ideal base for sightseeing—enjoy a refined getaway that nourishes both skin and soul.

Kamogawa-kan is located at the western end of Sanjo Ohashi, the starting point of the western Tokaido 53 Stations. It offers an ideal location for sightseeing in Kyoto, with Gion and Pontocho within walking distance. Enjoy seasonal Kyoto kaiseki cuisine in guest rooms with stunning views of the Kamo River and Higashiyama.

In the late Sengoku period, Nagahama flourished as a castle town founded by Hashiba (Toyotomi) Hideyoshi. Located beside Hoko Park (Nagahama Castle) on the shores of Lake Biwa, “Hamakozuki” is an Onsen fine-dining Ryokan. Kohoku and Nagahama still preserve much of the culture and romance of the Sengoku era. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Biwa from Taiko Onsen and savor our refined cuisine.

"Beautiful modern Japanese Hotel" - Hotel Niwa Tokyo. In late March 2022, we reopened after undergoing a large-scale renovation since our opening. The courtyard resonates with the soothing sounds of spring water and waterfalls, surrounded by the healing greenery of trees. On the 15th-floor rooftop garden, a panoramic view of the city unfolds beyond the lush plantings. The lounge terrace, with its water features flowing over rocks and snow-view lanterns, exudes a sense of charm. Relax and enjoy a luxurious moment in this new space of comfort where nature and architecture harmonize to ease both mind and body.

The "segai-dashi beam construction" creates a beautiful landscape with large white walls and black beams. It recreates the traditional architectural style that has been passed down since the Edo period when it was founded. From the moment you step through the entrance, you are welcomed by a space with a pure Japanese atmosphere. A quiet time flows within the facility, making it hard to believe it's in the center of an Onsen town.

At Ryotei Murakami, Esashi, a town with the oldest history in Hokkaido, you can enjoy Onsen from natural sources, meals utilizing rich ingredients, and relaxing time in 7 independent guest rooms. The area around the Property includes the Sea of Japan, Kamome Island, the Kaiyomaru ship, the marina, and the historic street, where you can encounter nature and history.

Hotel Grand Arc Hanzomon is located in front of the Hanzomon Gate of the Imperial Palace, adjacent to the National Theatre. It boasts beautiful views from guest rooms overlooking the Imperial Palace moat, the National Diet Building, and Tokyo Tower. Additionally, it is just a 10-minute drive from Tokyo Station, with convenient access to Kasumigaseki and Nagatacho, making it an ideal base for business trips and sightseeing in Tokyo. Operated by the Imperial Hotel Group, we offer high-quality hospitality.

This is a long-established Ryokan at Kawayu Onsen, where Onsen springs flow from the riverbed. It is the closest Ryokan to the large open-air bath "Sennin-buro," which is available from December to February every year. In November 2008, we opened three "Kumano Modern Rooms," guest rooms with open-air baths and foot baths inspired by the bamboo, wood, and earth of Kumano. Enjoy the ultimate relaxation of a foot bath while overlooking the river's open-air bath and the Sennin-buro (available from December to February). Additionally, a private open-air bath with a reclining bath was also opened in November 2008. All Rooms face the river, allowing you to fully experience the natural beauty of Kumano.

■ Set amid pristine nature and timeless history, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage setting. ■ A rich variety of fish landed at the Kii-Nagashima Fishing Port. At our Hotel restaurant—like a small fish market—you can choose the fish for today’s meal yourself. ■ The stone-paved Kumano Kodo, which has carried people’s prayers since ancient times. Our own natural hot spring, “Kihoku Sennen Onsen,” named with the wish that it will endure for a thousand years to come, offers a smooth and soothing bathing experience. These three charms come together to embrace you in a calm moment—like waves gently repeating their rhythm.

A Resort Hotel nestled in a quiet villa area, just one street off the main road of Karuizawa. Enjoy the soothing sounds of wild birds and take a stroll through the larch forest tunnel to fully experience Karuizawa. Hotel Marroad Karuizawa offers this prime location while being only a 10-minute walk from the station, making it highly convenient for sightseeing in Karuizawa.

A sky-high Hotel in Izu, wrapped in an overwhelming coolness up to 9°C lower than central Tokyo and closer to the stars than anywhere else in the region. Enjoy blissful bathing that lets you forget everyday life in our spectacular large public bath with panoramic views—Sagami Bay to the east, Suruga Bay to the west, and majestic Mt. Fuji right before your eyes. Cuisine features seasonal local ingredients nurtured by Izu’s rich nature, served as a lavish buffet or an authentic course meal. At night, an unobstructed canopy of stars fills the sky. Spend a soothing, refreshing holiday here, embraced by cool breezes.

Aura Tachibana was renewed and reopened on December 28, 2008, to mark its 60th anniversary. "Aura" means "gentle breeze" in Greek. With the concept of allowing guests to feel the refreshing breeze of Hakone throughout the Property, we offer comfortable spaces such as Rooms, the sky terrace, the garden terrace, and the dining area. It is within walking distance from Hakone-Yumoto Station, making it highly accessible! Located at the highest point in Yumoto, you can relax in the open-air bath while enjoying the magnificent views of Hakone. Please imagine such a serene scene.

Akazawa Guest House, surrounded by crystal-clear seas and unspoiled nature, is a refined Accommodation where you can enjoy a private stay in a serene setting. On an expansive estate of over 1,000 tsubo, we offer 15 guest rooms with open-air baths. We also feature detached villas equipped with private saunas in the room. Each room overlooks a beautiful Japanese garden and the surrounding landscape, showcasing the beauty of Japanese architecture through details such as Ajiro-woven ceilings and Juraku plaster walls. The interior is also designed in calming traditional Japanese style, with a large public bath featuring deep ocean water and private dining rooms where you can savor carefully crafted Japanese cuisine centered on locally sourced ingredients. In a space that harmonizes with Akazawa’s natural surroundings, enjoy a soothing stay as time passes quietly by.

Located in the western part of Yamaguchi Prefecture, Kawatana Onsen is nestled among gentle mountain slopes and islands. The rich local culture, including culinary traditions, Onsen culture, and artistic heritage, has been cherished over time by Lord Mori, haiku poet Santoka, and musician Cortot. Enjoy a blissful moment at our tranquil garden Ryokan.

Since its establishment in Genroku 7 (1694), "Sekizenkan" has welcomed guests for over 300 years, with a constant flow of visitors seeking Onsen therapy. The Property features three distinct buildings: the "Main Building," known as the oldest Onsen inn architecture in Japan, where the culture of Onsen therapy still thrives; the "Sansou," designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan for its excellent design and architectural techniques in the Momoyama style; and the "Kashoutei," located at the highest point in Shima Onsen, surrounded by the tranquility of ancient pine trees. At Sansou and Kashoutei, guests can savor exquisite kaiseki cuisine prepared by the head chef. Enjoy a variety of Onsen experiences, including the retro-modern "Genroku no Yu" and the seasonal "Mori no Yu."