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Kaimikan, with a history of more than 130 years and visited by many writers and artists including Toson Shimazaki, held its grand opening in May 2007. Blending tradition with a fresh sensibility, every Room on the 4th floor features a private scenic-view bath. Our Japanese garden overlooking Lake Shinji is highly acclaimed each year by international magazines. While enjoying these breathtaking views, please savor our signature “Kaimi Family-Style Sea Bream Rice,” passed down only at our inn, at the new “Garden Tea House Mina-mi.” Kaimikan is also located in the heart of Matsue, making it easy to explore the historic castle town. For an exceptional stay in the San’in region, we warmly invite you to spend your time at Kaimikan.

Bandai-Asahi National Park spans across three prefectures: Fukushima, Yamagata, and Niigata. On the northern side of Mount Bandai, in the serene area of Urabandai and Obutaira, nestled quietly among the trees near Goshikinuma, lies "HOTELLI aalto." "Aalto" means "wave," and "Hotelli" is the Finnish word for "Hotel." Inspired by the desire to connect the rich Nordic lifestyle of living harmoniously with nature and the Japanese spirit of reverence for nature, Hotelli Aalto was created. Both the decor and the Property's services are rooted in the local culture of Urabandai and Aizu. By blending different cultures and lifestyles, it has emerged as a uniquely distinctive Property like no other.

A luxury Hotel with nine suite-only rooms, exclusively for two adults. Enjoy an “adult luxury getaway” with a Nikko French dinner and complimentary private hot-spring baths. Ideally located for sightseeing: a 5-minute walk to the World Heritage site and about a 10-minute walk to Nikko Toshogu Shrine.

Spend a luxurious “do-nothing” getaway at Bettei Amafuru Oka, where breathtaking views of Ibusuki and ultimate relaxation await. A sky filled with falling stars, soothing silence, lush green air, and the warm moisture blessed by the land of Ibusuki—everything here renews you. With an expansive one-of-a-kind property and panoramic views from its hilltop setting, plus creative cuisine made generously with local ingredients, you’ll enjoy a truly special experience found only here. A wellness resort offering all-inclusive stays with 100% natural hot-spring water flowing directly to every room, as well as a pool, sand bath (sunamushi), and private open-air baths.

Located in the heart of the Tamba-Sasayama castle town, Chikamata is a culinary Ryokan founded in 1609 with over 400 years of history. Many notable figures have visited throughout the ages, and it remains an Accommodation cherished by guests to this day.For sightseeing, Sasayama Castle Ruins (Oshoin) and the Kawaramachi Tsumairi Merchant Houses are within walking distance. The convenient location also puts you about a 20-minute drive from Imada, home of Tanba ware, and the popular Fukusumi area. In addition, many prestigious golf clubs are scattered within about 40 minutes by car, making us an ideal base for golfers.Our cuisine centers on our signature “Botan Nabe” made with premium loin meat. In spring and summer, we serve seasonal kaiseki featuring nature’s bounty; in autumn, we offer luxurious kaiseki featuring Japanese matsutake as well as locally harvested Sasayama matsutake. We are always particular about ingredients, selecting mainly wild-caught and locally sourced items so you can truly savor nature’s gifts.We offer six Rooms, each with its own distinct style. Please choose and make a Reservation for the Room that best suits your preferences. As we are not a large Ryokan, we hope you will relax at your own pace and unwind from everyday fatigue.About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from Osaka, Kyoto, or Nara—Tamba-Sasayama feels closer than you might expect. When visiting the area, we warmly invite you to stay with us at Tamba-Sasayama Chikamata; our staff looks forward to welcoming you.

Located within Shikotsu-Toya National Park, Lakeside Villa Suimeikaku. After a morning stroll, enjoy coffee at "Sakura Terrace." In spring, cherry blossoms bloom, and in autumn, the mountain foliage is stunning. All guest Rooms are luxurious with lake views, named after the flowers of Lake Shikotsu, with only 8 rooms available. The restaurant offers exquisite dinners, utilizing the flavors of seasonal ingredients from Hokkaido and beyond.

One of Japan’s largest log Hotels, nestled in the majestic nature of Hakkoda. Surrounded by the warmth of carefully selected timber—comforting even to the touch—and a refined, relaxing atmosphere, we promise you an exceptional stay. The breathtaking seasonal views from our large windows feel like a work of art framed before your eyes. Fresh spring greenery, crisp summer forests, vibrant autumn foliage, and a shimmering winter wonderland—Hakkoda’s ever-changing scenery will enrich your time here. A gentle natural-wood fragrance fills the Hotel, while our staff’s heartfelt hospitality and the chef’s exquisite cuisine create a warm and luxurious experience. Escape the bustle of the city and spend a special holiday with someone dear—one that will surely become an unforgettable memory.

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.

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

A long-established Property located on the slopes of Mount Eboshi, one of the five peaks of Mount Aso, preserving the Jigoku Onsen which first opened in 1803. Stepping into the main building, which is over 100 years old and has been renovated after the Kumamoto Earthquake, feels like entering a different world, as if traveling back in time. The Onsen features three different sources, offering 11 baths across four locations, each with unique water qualities and atmospheres. Guests can enjoy the "Suzume no Yu," a "miraculous bath" rich in sulfur content with water bubbling up from the ground, as well as the highly acidic "Moto no Yu" and "Tamago no Yu," choosing baths based on their benefits and purposes. For dinner, a variety of courses are available, including seasonal hot pots, irori hearth dishes, and Kyoto-style kaiseki cuisine. Local wild boar and venison, caught by local hunters, offer a rustic and unique taste of Aso. Experience the blessings of magnificent nature through the Onsen and cuisine.

At the northernmost tip of Kyoto Prefecture lies Taiza on the Tango Peninsula. Here, you will find a world once cherished by an ancient empress as an ideal paradise—a place where sky, sea, and land come together in strength and beauty. All of our hospitality is offered so you can feel the richness of living in harmony with the great nature passed down through generations, and so you may spend an unchanging “time for the heart” that endures through eternity.The origin of Tanpei— It began when master carpenter Heikichi Shimoda welcomed guests and fellow craftsmen, and in 1868 he opened a culinary business. Skilled in traditional ink-line marking, Heikichi was known locally as “Sumiya no Hei-san” (“Hei from the ink shop”). From this nickname came the house name Tanpei, later renamed “Tanpei,” and it has since been operated as the oldest Accommodation in Tango Town to this day. The spirit of hospitality of “Sumiya no Hei-san” has been passed down through six generations and continues today.

Yunohana Onsen, a hot spring that wells up in Kyoto’s secluded inner retreat, the ancient capital of a thousand years. This historic renowned Onsen is said to have been visited by Akechi Mitsuhide during the Warring States period to heal sword wounds. Here, a quietly nestled 13-room hidden Accommodation, “Kyo YUNOHANA RESORT Suisen,” has been born.

Renovated in August 2025, the entire property has been transformed into a new haven with luxurious rooms. All rooms are spacious 45㎡ suites with terraces, offering a serene retreat nestled in a tranquil forest. Each room's terrace provides a view of the beautiful pond in the courtyard. Choose from rooms with private saunas to soothe your travel fatigue, pet-friendly rooms to enjoy with your beloved dog, or open and airy maisonette-style accommodations. The facility also features a Japanese sake bar, "Onza Bar," where you can indulge in carefully selected premium sake, including local Shinshu specialties and Yoshikawa Brewery's "Afuri." Additionally, just a 5-minute walk away, the second restaurant "Pyrenees" offers seasonal hearth-cooked dishes prepared over a wood fire.

[Michelin Guide Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki 2019 Special Edition: Ryokan 5 Stars+ (Red), Cuisine 1 Star] [2024-2025 Consecutive Years Michelin Key Award Winner] Experience a serene moment as you listen to the gentle murmur of clear streams and the whispers of the wind, embracing the changing seasons. Unzen Onsen, renowned since ancient times as a therapeutic hot spring, is a sulfur spring known for its high sterilizing properties, promoting beautiful skin and improved blood circulation—earning it the name "Beauty Hot Spring." Enjoy seasonal delicacies served on exquisite tableware that harmonizes with luxurious furnishings, accompanied by heartfelt hospitality. Surrounded by majestic nature, escape from daily life and indulge in a tranquil flow of time for both body and mind.

All Rooms feature open-air baths, allowing you to relax and rejuvenate, and enjoy seasonal French cuisine prepared with a touch of Japanese spirit.

Before you stretches the majestic view of Mt. Yufu. And below, the luxury cruise train “Seven Stars” runs by. For a truly relaxing stay, all Rooms are detached villas. Enjoy the magical morning mist, or listen to the sound of horse-drawn carriages and rice ears swaying in the breeze. Please savor time as it gently passes by.

Arima Onsen, one of Japan's oldest hot spring resorts and counted among the three most famous onsen in Japan. During the Meiji era, when Kobe opened its port to foreign trade, many foreigners visited Arima Onsen. They also visited the renowned autumn foliage spot "Kiyomizu-dera," which later became a foreigner-exclusive hotel called "Kiyomizu Hotel." The lush green grounds of "Arima Sanso Goshobessho" still retain the sacred atmosphere of that time. Goshobessho was established by Shirobei Kanai XV, the current head of "Tosen Goshobo," Arima Onsen's oldest accommodation. All 10 suite rooms at Goshobessho are detached and feature private onsen baths and low-temperature saunas known as "Thermal Rooms." One of these suites even includes the world's first treehouse-style open-air bath.