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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.

A refined sukiya-style retreat nestled along a lush, verdant gorge. All buildings, including the guest rooms, face the Matsukawa Gorge—spring and summer bring fresh greenery to this “Accommodation in the gorge.” In autumn, it becomes a “healing hot spring” floating amid crimson mountains, and in winter, a “moment of tranquility” wrapped in white. This Accommodation offers breathtaking views throughout the year, in every season. Please take your time enjoying our signature oil fondue in a private dining room.

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.

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."

The property "Sansou Warabino" embraces the scenery of Yufuin. Meals feature creative kaiseki cuisine using fresh seafood from Bungosuido, Bungoyufuin beef, a pride of Oita Prefecture, homegrown rice, and vegetables. Enjoy the soft onsen flowing directly from our private source. Escape the daily hustle and cherish a relaxing time as a reward for yourself. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you to "Sansou Warabino," a property offering such a space and time.

“Seno-umi” refers to the underwater hills that spread across the seabed off Izu. The rich shallows are an ideal home for fish. Our inn also receives delicious seafood landed at Inatori Fishing Port. Please take your time savoring the bounty of the sea, including our signature fisherman’s grill.Above all, our finest hospitality is the vast ocean right before you. Magnificent views unfold from the lobby and from the panoramic bath. We hope you will relax with a generous, open feeling—as if embraced by the sea.Soak in our free-flowing Onsen straight from the source while gazing at the ocean, and you’ll soon forget everyday fatigue. At Inatori Onsen Seno-umi, even the corridors are covered with tatami mats—please enjoy your stay barefoot and at ease.

The Natural Countryside Onsen Fukahori-tei is located in the heart of the Chikugo Plain, within a granary area. Upon stepping through the gate, you are greeted by seasonal trees and fruit trees on a 4,000-tsubo estate, leading you to a scenery that makes you forget daily life. The main building, renovated from an old house passed down for 180 years, is a space harmonizing historical beams with modern design furniture. Time flows peacefully and leisurely, evoking a nostalgic feeling as if returning to one's hometown.

Relax in the free-flowing Onsen, honor the food and strive for local consumption, cherish the surrounding tranquil environment, and welcome with the spirit of Wabi-Sabi. Onsen Ryokan Yamaki is a small property with only eight rooms. There is very good water. Please relax your mind and body.

Kurashiki Bikan District Yoshi Ryokan was originally built as a private residence in the late Edo period, a time when the area flourished as a tenryo (directly governed land). As one of the traditional buildings within the Kurashiki Riverbank Traditional Building Preservation District, protected under the Cultural Properties Protection Act, we have preserved its exterior while operating as a Ryokan for over a century, upholding Kurashiki's spirit of hospitality. Amid the fast-paced days of modern life, we invite you to fully enjoy the seasonal breezes flowing through this traditional Ryokan in the Kurashiki Bikan District. We look forward to welcoming you.

The history of Kaga Hyakumangoku has been engraved since the Edo period, and long before that, the Manyo romance has been alive.

During the Edo Kaei era, a time accelerating towards the end of the Tokugawa shogunate, "Minato no Yado Teiya" welcomed travelers at Yaizu Bay, which opens to the sea following the Kuroshio Current. For over 150 years since then, we have devoted ourselves to the spirit of hospitality, incorporating the freshness of the winds blowing from the east, west, and beyond the sea into our long-established Property. The joy of a traditional inn lies in always striving to connect it to the satisfaction of our guests. With this wish in mind, we eagerly look forward to new encounters with our guests.

"Sansoikan Kinryu" boasts the oldest history at Kanzanji Onsen, Lake Hamana, offering a tranquil atmosphere based on Japanese style. All rooms face Lake Hamana, where you can enjoy meals featuring fresh seafood from the lake, along with a large hinoki wood bath and various open-air onsen baths. Enjoy your trip to Lake Hamana at "Sansoikan Kinryu," a relaxing property dedicated to heartfelt service.

Nikko is a place filled with countless stories. Just as each season has its own tale, the history and historical sites here hold beautiful hidden narratives. Famous landmarks such as Toshogu Shrine and Kegon Falls, now renowned tourist destinations, are also steeped in grand stories passed down through generations. At "Nikko Senhime Monogatari," we hope to offer travelers a chance to create their own page in a "dreamlike beautiful story." Please visit us and craft your own wonderful "dream story."

竹泉荘 CHIKUSENSO ONSEN is a Resort Hotel with 30 Rooms located 2 hours by bullet train from Tokyo, nestled in a 20,000-tsubo national park at the foot of Mount Zao.