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ESSENCE KARUIZAWA is an Accommodation nestled in the forests of Karuizawa, where every room features a private sauna.All rooms include a forest-view terrace and an open-air bathroom. Warm yourself slowly in your private sauna, then step outside and feel the fresh air while staying close to nature. This quiet bathing experience releases everyday tension and leads you into deep rest.The signature scent is designed to harmonize with Karuizawa’s nature, based on the philosophy of Tomoko Saito, a leading expert in Aroma Blending Design®. Fragrances that gently accompany shifts in time and mood softly enrich each moment of your stay. For sleep, we provide top-grade beds by Nihon Bed Co., Ltd., and recovery wear by VENEX.Dinner and breakfast are served at SHIN, supervised by Zaiyu Hasegawa of the two-Michelin-star Japanese restaurant Den. While overlooking the forests of Karuizawa, enjoy comforting dining crafted with ingredients from Nagano and carefully selected produce from across Japan.In the guest-only lounge, enjoy complimentary light snacks and drinks tailored to each time of day. Music from high-end audio equipment, gentle lighting, and the presence of the forest come together in a space that calms you simply by being there.Not adding more, but quietly opening your senses—time to return to your true self. Spend a special stay at ESSENCE KARUIZAWA and reconnect with the forests of Karuizawa.

A 400-year-old traditional accommodation located on a hill in Echigo Yuzawa Onsen. The view from the panoramic bath is especially stunning, offering a sweeping vista of the town of Yuzawa and the Tanigawa mountain range. Relaxing in the natural flowing Onsen while enjoying this scenery enhances the sense of freedom during your journey.

A property at Saki Hana Onsen by the Agano River. Enjoy the unique Saki Hana hot spring, which changes color depending on temperature and weather, for the first time in Niigata Prefecture with <3 colors simultaneously>. The open-air bath with a great view offers 100% natural hot spring water, known for its skin-beautifying properties. Additionally, there is a terrace for playing with dogs and rooms where you can stay with your pets, making it ideal for those traveling with their furry companions.

A property operated by a seafood wholesaler with auction rights at Kominato Fishing Port. Fresh, locally sourced seafood is served in generous portions. From the panoramic bath, you can also enjoy the view of "Uchiura Bay," selected as one of the top 100 sunset views.

A property offering fisherman's cuisine made with an abundance of fresh seafood from Kominato. Enjoy the proud flavors and portions so generous you might not finish. Additionally, the view from the private open-air bath on the top floor overlooking the sea will soothe your daily fatigue.

A hidden retreat for adults where you can enjoy fresh seafood and handcrafted cuisine unique to a traditional kappo style. An intimate accommodation with only 8 rooms, offering attentive service and preserving traditional flavors. All guest rooms come with private onsen facilities. For dining in the guest room dining area, it is a separate space divided by a door from your main room, allowing you to enjoy your meal comfortably without moving your belongings. Relax and spend quality time with your loved ones in "your own special space," each uniquely designed for a memorable stay.

The Kaiseki cuisine, carefully prepared by the hostess herself, from the welcome tea sweets to the dinner dessert, is entirely handmade.

You can enjoy five different baths and seven unique tubs, all available for private use. Meals are served in "Roan," a completely private dining area with a hearth at each table, where you can leisurely savor charcoal-grilled dishes and local cuisine.

Founded in 1912 in Gunma Prefecture, ideally located just a 1-minute walk from the Stone Steps Street.Enjoy luxurious relaxation in guest rooms with open-air baths fed by the “Kogane-no-Yu” hot spring,and savor dishes featuring Joshu Mochibuta pork, Joshu beef, and generous portions of seasonal local ingredients.

This property is a paradise for cat lovers, where you can play with adorable cats. Additionally, enjoy the hearty Izu cuisine and the warm hospitality of the wonderful owner couple. Upon departure, receive a handmade cookie as a gift.

A relaxing Accommodation facing the sea. All Rooms are non-smoking and offer ocean views.Enjoy a hot-spring tour within the property with two natural sources and three private baths.For dinner, savor fresh seafood from the coastal waters near Izu.

A 2-minute walk from Atami Station, this onsen property was renovated in 2015. While reborn, it retains the nostalgic charm of old Atami. The onsen features two private natural hot spring sources. Choose a room based on your budget and companions.

A 120-year-old traditional Ryokan located on a hill in Atami. From the rooftop open-air bath, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city of Atami. All meals are served in your Room, and each guest Room features a unique layout with no two Rooms alike. The large communal bath boasts its own natural hot spring source with an abundant flow of 95 liters per minute, offering ultimate relaxation.

A vast Japanese garden that reflects the beauty of every season and the rare radioactive cold mineral spring, “Yusaka Onsen,” gently restore body and mind. Enjoy kaiseki cuisine carefully prepared with seasonal Setouchi ingredients, for a warm, nostalgic stay. Timeless charm and heartfelt hospitality bring comfort to an adult getaway.

Every night, enjoy the powerful Keizan Taiko drum show inspired by the stillness and motion of “Furin Kazan”—a truly breathtaking performance for guests of all ages. You can also indulge in Onsen to your heart’s content, with our abundant private hot spring source flowing directly into a large public bath and an open-air bath.

“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.

The main attraction is the Onsen, boasting an overwhelming amount of hot spring water. Enjoy a liberating bath in the large open-air bath that can accommodate up to 50 people.

The only Property at Kawahora Onsen, established under the orders of Takeda Shingen. Its two hot spring sources provide 1,250 liters per minute and are known as "Shingen's Hidden Onsen." All four baths feature natural free-flowing spring water and the Property is certified by the Association for Preserving Japan’s Onsen Heritage.

A property boasting natural onsen selected among the top hundred famous hot springs and cuisine meticulously prepared by the hostess. The onsen is available in the large communal bath, open-air bath, private room bath, and shower, all being natural onsen. Additionally, the rare guinea fowl kaiseki cuisine is worth trying at least once.

A pension located in Aizu and Urabandai. Casual French and Italian course meals are popular. The warm hospitality of the couple is also one of its charms.