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Nara Hotel, with a proud history and tradition spanning more than 100 years, is located on a scenic hill in Nara Park and adjoins the former Daijoin Garden, a designated cultural property. The main building features a tiled roof and is built in cypress wood in the style of a Momoyama palace. Its interior blends Japanese and Western design, evoking the atmosphere of a royal residence.

Nestled within the lush forests of Karuizawa, the property features three accommodation buildings: 'Alpskan,' 'Atagokan,' and 'Usuikan.' Relish in luxurious relaxation while reflecting on the inherited traditions and the passage of time.

Since its construction in 1909 by tobacco magnate Kichibei Murai, Chourakukan has welcomed a wide range of guests from Japan and abroad as a place of warm hospitality.From some of Japan’s most renowned figures to royalty and ambassadors from around the world, distinguished visitors gathered here to spend glittering moments in an atmosphere of refined elegance. And now, 110 years later.Though times have changed, the echoes of its splendid history remain, and you will be embraced by the same sense of fulfillment that has endured since then.

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.

The oldest classic Resort Hotel in Japan, established in the 6th year of the Meiji era (1873). It is conveniently located about a 15-minute walk to Nikko Toshogu Shrine. The Nikko Kanaya Hotel, where Japanese architectural beauty blends with Western furniture and furnishings, exudes the unique atmosphere of a classic hotel, preserving the charm of the Meiji era and evoking a nostalgic and gentle feeling in its visitors.

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.

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).

Traditional Ryokan. The main building, completed in 1908 and registered as a national tangible cultural property in 2004, still uses fixtures and lighting from that era. Enjoy the breath of the good old days with Mount Daisen and Miho Bay right in front of you.

Cradled by Izu’s abundant nature, Ochiairo has been cherished by many renowned writers and cultural figures since the Meiji era. An open-air bath overlooking the ever-changing mountains and the gentle murmur of the Kano River, an atmospheric cave bath, and serene indoor baths offer guests a truly restorative escape. In two distinct saunas—both recipients of Sauna Shuran awards—enjoy a one-of-a-kind “totonoi” experience with outdoor relaxation while feeling the breeze of Izu. Savor cuisine that makes the most of Izu’s natural bounty, featuring generous use of seasonal local ingredients so you can taste the changing seasons as well. Spend unhurried moments in the lounge warmed by the flicker of fireplace light, or unwind in your Room. Help yourself freely to local Shizuoka craft beer, carefully selected wines, and thoughtfully chosen snacks to your heart’s content. Timeless beauty preserved within a cultural property meets refined modern hospitality to welcome every guest. Experience a stay found only at Ochiairo—one that sets both body and mind free.

Awara Onsen “Traditional Ryokan Warmth Haiya” stays true to the essence of hospitality, featuring an entrance recreated by master temple carpenters to reflect the original doorway from its founding in 1884, a large public bath where you can enjoy free ganbanyoku (hot-stone spa)—the only one in Awara Onsen—along with a newly added garden sauna and cuisine showcasing the finest flavors of Fukui and Awara. With deep respect for history and warmth, our guiding principle is to create an Accommodation that is kind to people. In the comforting atmosphere of a traditional Ryokan that feels like coming home, enjoy a soothing time for both body and mind—experience the hospitality of Awara Onsen “Haiya.”

Established in 1878 as Japan's first full-scale Resort Hotel in Miyanoshita, Hakone, Fujiya Hotel began with a single Western-style building constructed by its founder, Sennosuke Yamaguchi. Over time, through numerous expansions and renovations, it has become a grand architectural symbol of Hakone. Having overcome many challenges, including natural disasters, much of the building was designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property in 1997. After more than two years of extensive renovations, the "new" Fujiya Hotel reopened in 2020. While preserving its timeless charm and design along with its spirit of hospitality, we continue to create new history as a pioneer among classic hotels to provide an even more comfortable and relaxing experience for our guests.

Stay in a historic building registered as a tangible cultural property, where all meals and Onsen experiences can be enjoyed entirely in your Room from check-in to check-out. Experience a private space that feels both nostalgic and fresh, harmonized with nature, and enjoy a deeply relaxing moment.

This Ryokan features an open-air garden bath and a distinctive milky-blue Onsen with a slightly bluish, creamy-white hue. In early summer, azaleas bloom, and in winter you can enjoy the fragrance of pomelo floating in the bath—another of its charms. It is also a long-established Onsen Accommodation that has continued since the Meiji era, even in Myoban.

The third-generation owner of Arai Ryokan had close relationships with literary and artistic figures, leading to the creation of numerous works of Japanese painting and literature at Arai Ryokan. The artistic sensibilities are reflected in the architecture and gardens, making them a valuable cultural heritage.

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.

Kamiyama Ryokan, established in the 7th year of Meiji at Shiota Onsen. The natural onsen with a 300-year history features a self-sourced spring and is drinkable. Enjoy various baths such as hinoki baths, garden baths, and open-air baths. Dinner includes seasonal ingredients from Satsuma and Setouchi seafood, served as kaiseki or charcoal-grilled dishes. Breakfast features the specialty Yutsubo porridge made using the onsen water.

"Shimazaki Toson Yukari no Yado Itoya" is a Ryokan established in 1888, located at the entrance of Manyo Park in the center of Yugawara Onsen. It was at this Property where Shimazaki Toson developed the concept for his masterpiece "Before the Dawn," and even today, his manuscripts and personal belongings remain preserved. Since ancient times, the Ryokan has been beloved as a regular stay for literary and artistic figures such as Duke Tokudaiji, Seiki Kuroda, Encho, and Takeo Arishima. Additionally, the February 26 Incident of 1936, where soldiers of the Azabu First Regiment under Captain Kono attacked Baron Nobuaki Makino, who was staying at the Property, remains a significant historical event.

In the first year of Ansei (1854), the founder of our Property, Iwakuniya Sobei, received permission from the magistrate's office to develop the area. He built a bridge over the Momiji River in front of the Property and established a teahouse by the stream as a resting place for travelers. This marked the beginning of "Miyajima no Yado Iwaso." Later, the bustling popularity continued, and the Property officially opened as a Ryokan in the early Meiji period. The main entrance building dates back to 1892 (Meiji 25), and the lobby was constructed during renovations in 1981 (Showa 56). Today, we draw natural Onsen, a rarity on the island, and offer accommodations in the main building, new building, and detached rooms. As a Ryokan nestled within a national park, we strive daily to ensure our guests can relax and enjoy their stay.

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