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A satoyama path where master artisans keep traditional crafts alive. In a quintessential Japanese landscape that still retains the atmosphere of the former Mariko post town on the old Tokaido, you will find the craft Accommodation “Waraku.” This restored traditional house offers a warmth and nostalgia that only time can create, in harmony with handcrafted works by skilled artisans. Morning sunlight pours over the satoyama, accompanied by birdsong. On moonlit nights, gaze up at the sky; on rainy nights, listen to the sound soaking into the earth. Feel beauty as beauty. Surrender to comfort and sense time flowing quietly. And enjoy heartfelt conversations with loved ones and friends. In this calming Japanese-style space, please savor a special stay for anniversaries, creating memories, and a journey of self-renewal in search of beauty. We offer five annex Rooms (Wa, Raku, Doma, Kura, Fuji), each equipped with a private sauna and hinoki bath, as well as three Rooms (Ichihime, Ichiro, Ichie) in the front building where Waraku’s reception and OCHA SPA are located. Each Room is thoughtfully arranged to honor its own character and charm so you can relax in comfort. Please take your time and unwind.

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.

Set against the backdrop of Nakane Mountain, also known as Gero Fuji, "Gero Onsen Yunoshimakan" exudes a serene and tranquil atmosphere. Built in 1931 on an expansive site of over 50,000 tsubo (approximately 165,000 square meters), this elegant Sukiya-style structure showcases refined craftsmanship throughout. Even today, it retains the romantic charm of the early Showa era. Immerse yourself in the nostalgic ambiance and enjoy a relaxing stay.

Located near Horyu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, “Ubusuna no Sato” is a place where you can relax and experience the timeless history and nature of Yamato with all five senses. This auberge takes “body-friendly cuisine” as its theme and is proud to offer an authentic Japanese kaiseki course featuring an abundance of carefully selected fresh local ingredients from Nara.

"Sowaka" is a Sanskrit word from India meaning "happiness be with you." Often used at the end of Buddhist scriptures, this blessing resonates as both nostalgic and fresh, blending seamlessly into Kyoto, a city rich with Buddhist temples. Passing through the entrance and walking along the water-sprinkled stone path, you will find yourself in a serene, otherworldly space. Refresh your eyes with the greenery of the courtyard garden, feel the gentle breeze, and relax in your Room. While the prime location is certainly a highlight, the greatest charm of this Hotel lies in its luxurious space where the old and the new harmoniously coexist. At the restaurant, savor creative Kyoto-inspired cuisine. Stroll through the city with ease, as if you were a local. May happiness and blessings be with all who visit. Enjoy countless moments of joy to your heart's content at "Sowaka."

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO is a five-star luxury Hotel built on a site associated with the Mitsui family, overlooking Nijo Castle in Kyoto. Inspired by the Japanese tea room—created to welcome and entertain cherished guests—this concept has been reinterpreted for the modern era, with 160 guestrooms crafted from carefully selected natural materials and exceptional artisanal techniques. Restaurants and bars offering innovative Kyoto French cuisine, Italian dishes, and more are arranged around the garden, providing fulfilling moments alongside seasonal scenery. With refined, tranquil spaces and attentive hospitality—including a spa area where you can enjoy natural Onsen spring water that rises on-site—we offer you a truly comfortable stay. Awarded the highest rating of Three MICHELIN Keys for two consecutive years in the MICHELIN Guide Hotel Selection 2025. Selected as a Five-Star Hotel for five consecutive years in the Forbes Travel Guide 2025; also awarded Five Stars for its spa. Named one of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025.

MASCOS HOTEL (Masukosu Hotel Masuda Onsen) opened in April 2019. Rooted in the local community, it is a lifestyle Hotel from Masuda City, Shimane Prefecture, created not only as an Accommodation but also as a hub for sharing new culture. The Hotel features the free-flowing waters of Masuda Onsen from its own source within the building. It is also a new kind of “craft hotel,” meticulously developed in collaboration with local industries—potteries, furniture makers, sewing manufacturers, and more—across every detail, from spatial design and interiors to tableware and fabrics. Please enjoy the craftsmanship woven throughout the Hotel.

Enjoy the breathtaking ocean view from your spacious Room, where you can relax while taking in the sound of gentle waves and the stunning blue sky and sea. Savor a healthy island breakfast made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

A serene retreat defined by generous space and quiet. Stay amid décor that harmonizes with nature and experience Kyoto’s living sense of beauty.In Kyoto’s Okazaki district—where culture and tranquility are part of everyday life—Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei offers a stay that lets you encounter Kyoto aesthetics alive in the present, embraced by calm and open space.Okazaki is a cultural area dotted with temples and shrines such as Ginkaku-ji, Nanzen-ji, and Heian Shrine, as well as the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto.The refined sensibilities passed down through generations still quietly live on in daily life here.Listen to the gentle sound of water along the Lake Biwa Canal and the Philosopher’s Path, and enjoy moments of clarity within the stillness that fills nearby temples. Each visit reveals a new expression of seasonal beauty in the garden.Located next to Shinshu Otani-ha Okazaki Betsuin (Higashi Honganji Okazaki Betsuin), said to be on the site of Saint Shinran’s former hermitage, this setting lets you feel close to its historic main hall and the lush nature of its grounds.Of 60 rooms in total, 8 are suites with balconies—offering relaxing moments alongside scenery unique to Okazaki.Throughout the Hotel, works by “GO ON,” a project unit formed by six successors carrying on Kyoto’s traditional crafts, are featured throughout—inviting you to sense Kyoto aesthetics alive today where heritage and innovation intersect.On the first floor restaurant, enjoy innovative French cuisine inspired by Kyoto’s seasons while overlooking the garden.

Known as the “inner retreat of Takayama,” Hida-Furukawa is a charming town lined with traditional townhouses, white-walled storehouses, and the Setogawa River where carp swim. Our Accommodation has been welcoming guests here for over 180 years. This Meiji-era building, showcasing the craftsmanship of Hida artisans, is designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan. Our 18 guest rooms are spread across three buildings, each with its own character: Shogetsuro, a merchant-style building (built in 1905); Kogetsuro, built in the Sukiya style (early Showa period); and Kangetsuro (built in the Heisei era), offering views of Honkoji Temple and the Araki River from the front. Enjoy a slower pace and meaningful time to reconnect with yourself—far from city life.

Awarded a spot in the "Top 100 Hotels and Ryokans in Japan Chosen by Professionals" for 40 consecutive years. Our cuisine, featuring A5-grade Yonezawa Beef and Yamagata Beef, Japan's top-rated rice "Tsuyahime," and fresh vegetables directly sourced from contracted farmers, is highly praised by our guests. The lobby exudes rich Japanese ambiance, and there is a Kyoto-style restaurant on-site. Within the premises, you can find the remains of a 1,300-year-old Sue ware kiln, which is the origin of the establishment's name and is designated as a cultural property of the prefecture. Guests can enjoy painting on Raku ware, and the gallery inside the facility displays over 3,000 works by prominent figures from various fields. In addition to the open-air bath on the first floor, there is a private open-air bath on the third floor for complete privacy, and an observation open-air bath on the eighth floor offering views of the Zao mountain range to the east. Our cuisine highlights the local flavors of Yamagata, with specialties such as Yonezawa Beef steak, sukiyaki, Onsen-steamed shabu-shabu, and Yamagata's famous imoni stew, all of which are highly popular.

An auberge located on a hill overlooking the townscape that inherits the history and culture of Uchiko, a town that flourished with washi paper and Japanese candles. You can enjoy ingredients from Uchiko and Ehime Prefecture with all five senses, through innovative cooking methods, accompanied by the flickering of flames and the crackling sound of firewood.

The Shirakabe Dozo District, a nationally designated Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, preserves the atmosphere of the Edo and Meiji eras. Set within this historic quarter, our 11-room dispersed Hotel is centered around a “cultural property residence.” Kurayoshi, with convenient access from Haneda, is where rich history meets contemporary culture—home to a prefectural art museum opening in 2025 and known as the setting of the manga A Distant Neighborhood, revered overseas as a bible. The true pleasure of staying here is to wander the town as if guided by mountain faiths, let your mind roam, and breathe in the local “wind.” Onsen-hopping to nearby baths such as Shirogane-no-Yu (Sekigane) and Misasa Onsen, along with gourmet cuisine featuring local ingredients, brings deep rest to body and mind and renews your energy for tomorrow. Surrender to an extraordinary pause in this homeland of myth. A healing luxury wrapped in the rich stories of central Tottori.

The name “Kanra” is derived from the characters “Kan” (to feel) and “Ra” (Kyoto).It reflects our wish to be a Hotel where you can truly feel the beauty, wisdom, and hospitality nurtured in Kyoto.Drawing on traditional techniques refined in Kyoto,we incorporate natural materials such as wood, stone, iron, earth, and greeneryto express a modern Kyoto machiya style with a sense of wabi-sabi.When you encounter the wisdom and heartfelt intentions that lie within culture,Hotel Kanra Kyoto hopes to help you enjoy the unexpected discoveries and learning that follow.

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.

Located in Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture, once featured in textbooks as the "most remote town" accessible by public transportation from Tokyo. Despite its somewhat inconvenient access, a Hotel showcasing the craftsmanship of Shimane Prefecture opened here in July 2022.With only five guest rooms, every corner is filled with the warmth of handmade artistry and the passionate dedication of skilled craftsmen.Nestled deep in untouched nature, enjoy Arifuku Onsen, which has been flowing since the era of Prince Shotoku. Take your time to savor a unique and unforgettable experience available only here.

In the tranquil rural landscape of Kawaba Village, supported by its rich history and culture, you can gaze upon the expansive thatched roofs and encounter the nostalgic original scenery of Japan... Kawaba Onsen, the thatched-roof hot spring property Yuyuri-an, is a hot spring property that evokes a sense of time nurtured by nature and history.

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.

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.

A traditional Sukiya-style accommodation with 5 rooms, each featuring a private open-air bath, opening on March 1, 2024.Here, you can relax to your heart's content. As an annex of the historic "Shinshu Yudanaka Onsen Yorozuya," which has been welcoming guests since the Edo Kansei era, this new accommodation will be reborn on March 1, 2024. The previous Matsusho-so was designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property in 2003 and cherished by many until it was lost to fire in 2021. Despite this loss, with encouragement from numerous supporters, we are proud to announce its revival as the new "Matsusho-so" on March 1, 2024. The building incorporates design elements of the original Matsusho-so while embracing traditional Sukiya architecture that harmonizes with nature. Each room features a private open-air bath overlooking a small garden where guests can enjoy seasonal landscapes. We have created a space that feels "new yet somehow nostalgic." We look forward to welcoming you warmly at this new location. Selected for the Michelin Key Hotel Selection 2025: "1 MICHELIN Key 2025."