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NICA = “Nature,” “Ideal,” “Celebrate,” and “Anniversary” Celebrate your special occasion in the great outdoors of Hakone, with our heartfelt wish to help you mark it in the most ideal way…Located on the mountainside of Myojogatake on Hakone’s outer rim, every guest room features a private semi-open-air bath with free-flowing hot spring water. Enjoy breathtaking views of Sounzan and Mt. Fuji, and take in the beauty of Hakone through every season. Our cuisine features local ingredients such as Soshu beef, vegetables from the western foothills of Hakone, and seafood from Sagami Bay—crafted into fusion dishes that blend European traditions with Japanese accents. Savor your meal alongside Gora’s sparkling night view.

In the serene mountain valley of Yufuin, where the air is crystal clear, a new Property with detached accommodations has been established amidst a natural forest of lush greenery in varying shades. Opening the door to the forest reveals a space embraced by nature, with birdsong and arches of trees welcoming you.At "Kusayane no Yado Ryunohige / Bettei Yumuta," we warmly welcome only 10 groups of guests—5 in detached accommodations and 5 in the main building. Indulge in kaiseki cuisine made with abundant local ingredients, enjoy the Onsen with a view of Mount Yufu, and experience the luxury of reserving an entire building for an extraordinary escape from the everyday.

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.

The guest rooms, designed with the concept of "detached" structures protruding into the surrounding nature of the property, are the architectural and interior design work of the globally acclaimed architect Hikoko Nishia. All rooms feature open-air baths with natural onsen water, allowing you to enjoy a private space. We aim to provide a property that harmonizes with the unique hospitality and serene tranquility of Tokachi.

The port town of Onomichi, which has flourished in the maritime industry since the Middle Ages, has developed a unique culture through the exchange of numerous people, goods, and wealth. This "miniature garden-like city" woven by the sea, mountains, and islands is a place where you can enjoy the "bounty of the mountains and sea," including seafood from the Seto Inland Sea such as oysters, local vegetables grown in the warm climate, and seasonal fruits.[Onomichi Hansei] is a small inn with a restaurant that inherits over 250 years of history, featuring 13 rooms. It is a renewed version of the restaurant [Tohan], which originated from the culinary inn [Ehan] loved by late Edo period patriots and Hirobumi Ito. We have created a stay where you can feel close to the "traditions and food culture of Onomichi" while being inside the facility, starting with the "cuisine showcased by the small inn with a restaurant" that inherits the history of the former restaurant. The concept of [Onomichi Hansei] is "Heartful, Japanese Modern Classic." We offer hospitality with services that mainly delight female guests, incorporating a "Japanese Modern Classic" taste into the interior decorations and room designs.

Renovated in April 2022 as "Mizumari," this historic Ryokan, originating from a tea house established in 1865 (Keio 1st year), offers all rooms with open-air baths, in-room dining, and all-inclusive services. A kids' room is also available, catering to solo travelers and families alike.

The reason this Property continues to be loved is its comfort. With over 90 fresh flower arrangements throughout the facility, a natural wood garden with serene mountains as a borrowed landscape, tatami flooring throughout the entire Property that delights your feet, and complimentary natural drinks blended with herbs available anywhere during your stay, including during meals. The interior design of the Property was crafted by nottuo, who won the prestigious IF DESIGN Award in 2023, featuring solid wood furniture made from natural materials, ceramic tableware created by mid-career artists, and sophisticated items subtly incorporated throughout. The cuisine is a Japanese kaiseki meal that incorporates the nourishing blessings of the San'in and Seto Inland Sea regions, as well as the bounty of the satoyama countryside.

A Ryokan embraced by the forest. Enjoy delicious meals, comfortable bedding, and private open-air baths in every room.

An endless horizon as far as the eye can see. This is the southernmost tip of Honshu. A serene night with a clear sea and no lights, only the sound of waves echoing. While watching passing ships, you ponder over trivial matters. Reclaim forgotten richness. A hidden Property for one exclusive group per day at this remote location, reserved for chosen guests.

A secluded retreat just 1.5 hours from Tokyo. Experience a special day beyond the everyday in the heart of nature at our exclusive auberge, limited to two groups per day and designed for adults. Enjoy craft beer at the 98BEERs Taproom from check-in until dinner, followed by a soba-themed kaiseki meal paired with carefully selected wines, including vintage options from 98WINEs, recommended by our sommelier. Immerse yourself in two days of exquisite food and drink amidst serene natural surroundings.

All guest rooms feature open-air baths with ocean views, offering a prime location overlooking the Izu Islands, including Izu Oshima floating in the Pacific Ocean. At our restaurant, we use seafood from Sagami Bay and carefully selected ingredients from Izu to offer creative Western course menus, Japanese kaiseki-style courses, and shabu-shabu courses. Drinks at the restaurant, lounge access at the café terrace, and in-room refrigerator items are included in the accommodation rate, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable resort stay with magnificent views.

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.

From an unknown distant island, a single drifting coconut... Koijigahama is a beautiful beach selected as one of Japan's 100 soundscapes. Tsuki no Nagisa is a property where you can exclusively enjoy Koijigahama Beach and the Pacific Ocean. The beautiful moon shining over the sea. This is also a renowned spot for moon viewing known only to a few.

A Resort Hotel nestled quietly in the forests of Kirishima. Enjoy panoramic views of the Kirishima mountain range from our large observation bath and open-air Onsen, as well as breathtaking sights of Sakurajima floating majestically on Kinko Bay. Experience the renowned Tono-yu Onsen, cherished for over 300 years since it was frequented by Satsuma domain lord Yoshitaka Shimazu for therapeutic bathing.

Invitation to Sagazawa A hot spring village blessed with natural scenery... The charm of this accommodation lies in escaping the hustle and bustle of the city, experiencing the beauty of seasonal changes brought by Japan's four seasons amidst nature, enjoying the comfort of natural hot springs while stretching out in spacious baths, feeling the breeze through the trees, listening to the murmuring streams, and taking in tranquil countryside views—all offering a soothing retreat for your soul. We sincerely look forward to providing you with an authentic travel experience. Owner of Sagazawa-kan

In the area with the heaviest snowfall in Japan, where snow, sky, soil, mountains, rivers, people, and living beings have slowly nurtured each other.

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.

A small property on the bountiful island of Iki with 8 rooms, where you can enjoy the island's exquisite cuisine.

Hatsuhana has renovated all guest rooms to include open-air baths and added four private baths with different themes, reopening on Sunday, September 11, 2022.

Japanese Cuisine Sakaeya is an Onsen accommodation with only 7 rooms, nestled in the lush greenery of Yuwaku Onsen, affectionately known as "Kanazawa's Hidden Retreat." Surrounded by the beauty of nature through all four seasons, guests can enjoy delicate seasonal flavors served in-room while admiring the serene mountain wildflowers. Recognized for its hospitality and exquisite cuisine, it was awarded "Top-Class Comfort" in the Facility category of the 2016 Michelin Guide.