Nationwide × Accommodation In A Renovated Detached StorehouseRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

All guest rooms feature open-air baths with natural Onsen water flowing directly from the source. We offer 19 rooms in 3 different types. Here at Akayu Onsen, you can enjoy the finest Onsen with a faint scent of sulfur. The area is rich in culture, with ties to the legacy of Uesugi Yozan. The Okitama Basin nurtures exceptional rice, vegetables, and fruits. The rice transforms into sake, and the grapes into wine. "Yamagataza Takinami" is a Facility where you can enjoy not only the natural beauty and culture of Yamagata but also the finest Onsen and rich flavors. We hope you will take your time to fully experience "Yamagata" with all your senses and enjoy a relaxing stay.

A long-established Ryokan with a history of around 300 years, watching over Zao Onsen through the ages. In the detached annex villa “HINA-KURA,” a traditional storehouse has been fully renovated into a private retreat, featuring an open-air bath in your Room with free-flowing hot spring water direct from the source. Enjoy an exclusive stay in a Room with a dignified presence shaped by history. Savor our own natural hot spring that continues to flow after centuries, along with beautifully presented mountain delicacies, and spend a refined holiday in a nostalgic space where traditional beauty and innovative design coexist.

Kurokawa Onsen boasts the largest open-air bath, "Senninburo," which is truly impressive. Additionally, there are six types of private baths, including the 150cm deep "Tachiyu" and the "Kuriburo" carved from a large rock, all available 24 hours. A dedicated property for dogs, "Wanpakutei," and a special bath for dogs are also provided.

Maruto Soy Sauce, Nara Prefecture’s oldest soy sauce brewery, has been reborn as a stayable soy sauce brewery.Founded in 1689, Maruto Soy Sauce was once purveyor to the Imperial Household—so esteemed that members of the Imperial Family even stayed here. After the war, however, the brewery was forced to close when it could no longer secure satisfactory ingredients. Now, using the microorganisms that remained in the kura since its closure, locally sourced ingredients, and brewing methods reconstructed from historical documents, the fires have been lit again for the first time in 70 years—reviving Maruto as a stayable soy sauce brewery.From traveler to brewer.Experience firsthand our revival of soy sauce making, local resources, and the timeless landscapes of Yamato—all in one place.

NIPPONIA Harima Fukusaki Library House NEW OPEN in early November 2020 in Fukusaki Town, Kanzaki District, Hyogo Prefecture! The Mikike residence, a grand estate built during the Edo period, has been renovated into a Property. Enjoy moments of joy that fill your heart.

Experience the "Hidden Village Property," where you can enjoy time embraced by a rich mountain village, listening to the chirping of birds and the sounds of insects, and observing the flora. At Yufuin's renowned property, "Oyado Nihon no Ashitaba," savor an elegant space that blends the aesthetics of Japan with the beauty of Asia and Europe. Relish it with all five senses and immerse your body in the abundant waters. There, moments of bliss await.

The spirit of this island Property is "hospitality with hishio." Inspired by the traditional hishio nurtured by the island's nature, we value heartfelt hospitality and cherish unique encounters. Relax and feel the essence of the island in every moment. This is the kind of island Property we strive to create.

It's like opening a giant time capsule. That was the impression when we first entered to begin the restoration of this accommodation. This building once served as a "Honjin," a resting place for the Matsumoto feudal lord traveling to Edo during the Sankin-kotai system. Over 100 years, it has accumulated remnants from various eras, packed tightly within its walls. As we carefully uncovered these layers with the help of local residents, the essence and potential of this accommodation began to reveal themselves.The cultural figures who passed through here, and those who warmly welcomed them with heartfelt hospitality. An old hearth unexpectedly discovered when removing floorboards—when its fire is lit again after all these years, this Honjin will come alive once more. Perhaps this space has been waiting for someone all along. The aesthetic sensibility housed within this building inspires our creativity.Dialogue & Inspiration A place to gather around the fire and share stories together.

Shirataka Town in Yamagata Prefecture, praised as the "Arcadia of the East," is a place where beautiful nature remains untouched. In 2021, historic storehouses and residences, watched over by the Iide Mountain Range, were fully renovated into "Dozo Suites" accommodations. Surrounded by a vast garden, all four storehouses have been transformed into private luxury spaces as "one-building rental suites with cypress baths." Enjoy an extraordinary stay in these charming rooms while admiring rare trees and natural beauty in the garden, experiencing the tranquil and serene flow of time in this peaceful countryside.For dining, a young chef skilled in French cuisine crafts dishes that highlight local ingredients while embracing regional culture and traditions. Dinner features a course menu showcasing "local gourmet delights," paired with exquisite Japanese sake or wine for an elevated experience. Breakfast includes traditional fermented foods such as miso soup, natto, and pickles—an ideal way to rejuvenate your body at the start of the day.Savor seasonal culinary treasures rooted in local traditions while reflecting on the charm of these historic storehouses. Indulge your mind and body during your serene stay amidst this quiet countryside retreat.

"Wa no I Kakunodate" is a Hotel created by renovating historical storehouses scattered throughout the small Kyoto-like town of Kakunodate, famous for its samurai residences. These "preserved lifestyle storehouses," reflecting their original use, allow guests to experience life as it was in the past. Step inside and feel as though you've traveled back in time to enjoy the living scenes of that era.

Bettei Rikka is an Accommodation created by renovating and expanding a historic Omi merchant residence, quietly nestled in Hino Town, Gamo District, Shiga Prefecture—known for its Omi Hino merchants. The grounds span several thousand square meters and feature multiple buildings that together form a single estate, including the main house, guest hall, Western-style building, earthen storehouse, nagaya gatehouse, and surrounding walls. Across the expansive property, living quarters, business spaces, reception areas, and storehouses are arranged by function—revealing how a wealthy merchant’s home and enterprise were seamlessly integrated. Limited to one group per day and reserved exclusively for your private use—step inside this fully rented estate and feel as if you’ve traveled back in time. Enjoy an extraordinary stay as you move between the kura-style bath, open-air hinoki cypress bath, open-air Goemon bath (traditional cauldron bath), and barrel sauna.

Kyoto Miyama Town, selected as one of the Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO (World Tourism Organization). Just a 1.5-hour drive from Kyoto City, passing through a green tunnel, you will find Tsurugaoka in Miyama Town, an ultimate countryside destination that makes you think, "I want to live here someday, and keep living here." This is a traditional Japanese house Hotel, renovated for comfort while preserving its original charm, where you can experience "living here" as if returning to your hometown during your journey. For meals, enjoy the renowned restaurants in the Tsurugaoka area, known as some of the best in the vicinity. Thanks to its excellent location near the sea, you can savor dishes made with fresh seafood, mountain delicacies, seasonal ingredients, and the unique flavors of the region. We also offer a variety of experience Plans, allowing you to enjoy special moments connecting with the people and nature of Tsurugaoka in Miyama Town.

“Doing nothing can feel this fulfilling.” A 200-year-old traditional farmhouse with a private open-air bath fed by free-flowing natural hot spring water. Dinner is a full-course meal, crafted over a wood fire with the day’s finest locally sourced ingredients selected by our chef. Unwind and let your mind and body relax at this hidden satoyama Accommodation with only three rooms.

[Grand Opening in November 2025] A small hidden retreat in the heart of Kanazawa, just a short distance from Kanazawa Station and Kenrokuen Garden. Created as a “Japanese auberge” with only four Rooms, our property was born to let you experience the essence of Kaga kaiseki cuisine and the spirit of the tea ceremony. Seasonal blessings from Kanazawa’s sea and mountains are prepared dish by dish at our adjoining kappo restaurant, then served fresh for you to enjoy in your Room’s private dining area. All four Rooms are suites of 90 m² or more, featuring an open-air Onsen bath where you can feel the outside air even in the city, along with a living room and bedroom. We welcome you with heartfelt hospitality so that your time here becomes an unforgettable memory.

Established in the first year of Kansei, this historic Ryokan has ties to the Kaga domain since the Edo period. Within its historic premises, you will find a Taisho-era Noh stage, a study crafted by palace carpenters, and numerous antique artworks of historical significance. Enjoy the unique atmosphere of this property that conveys the passage of time.

Selected for the Michelin Guide Hotel Selection 2025. The only Italian auberge in Izu, featuring fresh local seafood and mountain delicacies with a focus on local production for local consumption. Accommodation is limited to three groups per day, offering exclusive stays in uniquely renovated historical buildings. Each building includes a private open-air bath terrace with Toi Onsen water, allowing you to enjoy luxurious and tranquil bathing moments. A one-of-a-kind stay for just three groups per day. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and gourmet delights of West Izu, unwind your mind, and experience deeply fulfilling moments.

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.

[80 minutes by car from Osaka] Iga-Ueno is a historic castle town and former post town, rich in culture and tradition, home to nationally designated crafts such as Iga ware pottery and Iga kumihimo braiding. It is also known as the birthplace of Iga-style ninja and the haiku master Matsuo Basho. NIPPONIA HOTEL Iga Ueno Castle Town is a decentralized Hotel with just 16 rooms, created by renovating historic buildings scattered throughout the town, including Registered Tangible Cultural Properties dating back around 150 years—reimagining the entire town as one Hotel.In April 2026, a new wing will open featuring a “Kura Sauna,” revitalized from a Meiji-era storehouse. We invite you to enjoy a private retreat moment of deep relaxation amid architecture shaped by time.Dining—one of travel’s greatest pleasures—offers an exceptional gastronomic experience that delights all five senses: legendary Iga beef, renowned for its quality alongside Matsusaka beef yet rarely found outside the area; premium Iga rice ranked at the highest “Special A” level in The whole country’s rice taste rankings; and world-class Iga sake served as the toast at the G7 Ise-Shima Summit. Savor ingredients lovingly raised by local producers.Recommended for families and couples celebrating anniversaries or birthdays. Enjoy refined time with IGAMONO—the cuisine, history, and culture that make Iga proud.

The town of "Mino," which flourished with the washi paper industry since the Edo period. The machiya architecture, where the phrase "udatsu ga agaru" originated, still reflects the prosperity of paper merchants of that era as an important historical and cultural heritage. At NIPPONIA Mino Merchant Town, we invite you to the machiya of former Mino paper merchants and offer experiences that immerse you in the history and culture of Mino.

A 10-minute walk from the Asakura Clan Ruins, this property sits in a quiet valley embraced by the rural scenery of Ichijodani. While preserving the kura’s signature high ceilings and solid, dignified atmosphere, the interior has been completely renewed. Enjoy underfloor heating, a projector and sound system, an indoor bath, and an open-air bath with views of the starry sky and the ridgelines of the surrounding mountains. Outside your window lies a Kyoto-style garden of about 260 tsubo (approx. 860 m²), lovingly maintained since the building was first constructed. At night, the garden and pond are illuminated, creating an enchanting scene. Rooted in Echizen’s nature and Zen aesthetics, this is an extraordinary stay where you can experience Fukui with all five senses.20 minutes by car from Fukui Station; 10 minutes from Fukui IC.