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Revitalization of a 106-year-old inn and storehouse, featuring a Japanese moss garden and a semi-open-air bath, 188 m² [Limited to one group per day, Kominya Mitsuhama Inn]
┏━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━┓ ◆ Limited to one group per day/private ~ long-established ryokan and warehouse experience-style stay ◆ ┗━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━┛ ■ Location, History, Features ■ In Mitsuhama, the port town of Matsuyama/Dogo, there are four white-walled storehouses built in the Edo period and four gardens surrounding a 106-year-old long-established kaiseki ryokan (formerly the Kanaga Ryokan). The white plastered earthen walls, natural Kenji-ji bamboo fences, and other features have been gradually renovated and revitalized (currently in the process of revitalization).Originally an old house opened as an almost 100% inbound accommodation.We are conducting a semi open-air bath in the interior of the warehouse and renovation work centered around the water. ■ Soothing moss garden ■ There are three gardens: a front garden, a courtyard, and a back garden. Well water flows everywhere, and there is a stream that flows between the water basin, the gourd, the deer repeller, and the stepping stones. The pond is home to koi, goldfish, medaka, conger eel, and river shrimp, and it is a biotope space where wild birds visit. ■ Chick-in lounge (cafe/bar space), souvenir corner ■ You can drink authentic cocktails on the first floor of the main building.There is a souvenir corner with imported interior goods, accessories, natural stone, and more from Japan, Bali, and other countries.
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 251 reviews
Hokkaido World Heritage Shiretoko Rasu A Japanese-style inn run by a Rausu kelp fisherman and his wife
This is a newly opened guest house in 2025, limited to one group per day. Seaside cottage KOBUSTAY is located along the sea. A stylish Japanese-style cottage where you can experience Rausu kelp fishing, The facility is fully equipped with a kitchen, condiments, and cooking utensils, You can cook fresh fish and other items sold in the inn It is a new inn where guests can truly stay like they live there. The host can also speak English, and in addition to the English signage in the facility, there is also a cashless system and free outdoor rentals, so you can have a safe and comfortable stay. Guests can taste the seafood of Shibetsu Rausu, and to help them get to know the area better We built this kind of facility. (The second floor is a private rental for one group, the first floor is a fishing experience workshop) Also, my wife is qualified to guide tours of fresh fish auctions that are not normally open to the public and is qualified to do so, and we offer a variety of small group fishing and local cuisine experiences We offer a number of small group fishing and local culinary experiences. For guests visiting here and for us in the area It's a time that enriches your life.
LocationFamilyHeating
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews
An inn that makes you want to brag about spending time in the countryside
B&B ITADAKI – A hidden inn nestled in the Shizuoka countryside, limited to one group per day A small inn surrounded by the rich nature of Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City, limited to one group per day. Spend a relaxing time in a quiet village surrounded by the babbling of a stream and the sound of birds. Enjoy "food, nature, and healing" with all five senses in a completely private space. Enjoy a special time here with a chef's full course meal made with special ingredients and a BBQ made with local ingredients. A luxurious time with nature ・ Rental bicycle ride through the countryside and BBQ experience surrounded by nature ・ Deep relaxation in the open-air bath using Kiyosawa's holy water ・ On rainy days, enjoy a relaxing time with music on the big screen theater and records Meals to choose from (reservation required) Breakfast meal (¥2,800) ・ Chef's special course (¥7,600) ・ Premium Chef's Course (¥11,500) - BBQ ingredient set from Shizuoka (¥3,300) Birthday cake (inquiry required) other options. BBQ corner (¥3,000) Bathing clothes for open-air bathing (¥500) Electric assist bike rental (2 hours ¥1,500)
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews
Hara-Ie, a 100-year-old dojo inn with a view of the two Alps, in Ina Valley, Nagano Prefecture
This is a small, renovated, 100-year-old earthen storehouse in a town in Ina Valley, Nagano Prefecture, where you can see the two Alps. The inn is run by a married couple who run a design office. It is a space where we designed it ourselves, created the parts we could with our own hands, and explored the possibilities of renovating the warehouse while cultivating the power to create our own lives. We hope you will find your own comfort through the experience of living in this quiet place where the lifestyle of the past and the present intersect. ■ Capacity 3 people It is a small space with a total floor area of about 50 ㎡, so it is spacious enough for 1-3 adults to stay comfortably. ■ Time Check-in: 4 pm - 8 pm Check-out: 11 am We greet you in person at check-in and check-out. Please let us know your arrival time in advance when you make a reservation. ■ Access We encourage you to come by car to shop for groceries and stroll around the neighborhood. There is parking space for 2 cars on the premises (please contact us if you have more than 2 cars)
LocationFamilyWalkability
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 79 reviews
Awaji Island's Entire Private Rental Lodge, Usagi: A rental villa with a view of the sea from a hill! A newly built detached house in 2023
A getaway on Awaji Island, surrounded by the sound of the waves Nestled in a location overlooking the sea from Kamaguchi, Awaji Island A rental villa with a rabbit theme The living room has large windows with a panoramic view of Osaka Bay Yogibo sofa Home theater Karaoke Kitchen so you can relax. There is a large counter under the window where you can enjoy the sea sparkling in the morning sun or moonlight while having a drink, reading, or working. Capacity: 4 people (no surcharge based on the number of guests) Parking: Free Check in: after 15:00 (even at night) *Contactless method using a PIN number Check-out: 11 am WiFi: Available Amenities: Towels, shampoo, toothbrushes, etc. Bedding: 2 double beds Free Services: Awaji milk, water, drip coffee, onion soup, Nespresso Refa hair care cream, bathing agent Options: BBQ with the stars and the sound of the waves BBQ & pizza oven & campfire set rental 3,000 yen 2. A treat for women! Enjoy professional hair care even while traveling with our luxurious amenities Refa hair care set rental 3,000 yen
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 320 reviews
[Free pick-up and drop-off] Small traditional house in the countryside | 1~2 people | Breakfast with home-roasted coffee included
About 1 hour by car from Kyoto City and Osaka City.This is a small, handmade guest house nestled in a lush, natural satoyama. --------------------------- 🏠 Key points about the accommodation • Private space for rent: This is a warm old house that the owner couple carefully renovated. • There is a traditional Japanese Goemon-style bath in the room, heated with wood, one of the few remaining today, using precious natural water pumped from the groundwater.Available as an option. • Easy to enjoy Satoyama breakfast: Free-range eggs, bread, wieners, home-roasted coffee, etc. are available in the fridge.Please cook for yourself at your leisure. • You can enjoy dinner and local drinks as an option. • Free shuttle and bicycle rental available (not an electric assist bicycle): Free shuttle to JR Kameoka Station and Nose Electric Railway Myoken-guchi Station (15:30-20:00) Credit cards and various QR payments
ValueFamilyCheckout
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews
Sanuki Rental Villa Seifu-an [Maximum 6 people] [One group per day only]
[Maximum 6 people] [Limited to one group per day] A relaxing stay in an old house where the refreshing breeze of Sanuki blows A fully renovated 90-year-old house surrounded by white walls, revived as a rental villa. It is rented to one group per day, so families, groups, couples, etc. can spend a relaxing private time. It's a 5-minute walk to the sandy beach, where you can take a walk to the sound of the waves. You can also relax and fish at sea. Spend a day overlooking the Japanese garden, where time passes slowly and you can refresh both your body and mind. There is also a dog run, so you can stay with your pet. If you'd like, you can experience making authentic Sanuki udon noodles by hand. (Fees apply, cash only on the day) Please let the staff know when you make a reservation.
LocationFamilyLayout
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews
Old private house with seasonal mountain views
There is nothing here... that's why it's so relaxing... Chizu-cho, Hatto-gun, Tottori Prefecture, is a small town in a mountainous area surrounded by mountains, rivers, fields and rice paddies, 93% of which are forests. The Tottori Sand Dunes, a tourist attraction, are about an hour away by car, and there are several nice tourist spots and recommended cafes in the town. It's a good place to use as a base for sightseeing, or just relax to your heart's content without going anywhere. Please have a wonderful time.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 82 reviews
Ocean view guest house Yakushima - Cottage
This location is very quiet & secret place for vacation home. There is a small Tatami room like a tea celemony room that you can use as yoga, meditation etc. for your private time. However, no kitchen facility. We provide an electric pot,cups,small dishies, refrigerater, microwave and oven grills toaster, so you can bring some food etc. There is sea and forest view from the guest cottage. Cottage is made in Japanese style with aromatic local cedar wood , open beams, and Shoji screens.
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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 233 reviews
Private Kura on a Real Apple Farm“Yokoya Farm ”
Just 10 minutes from downtown Matsumoto, Yokoya Farm is a family-run working apple farm in the countryside. Our private kura (Japanese storehouse), next to our family home, was renovated into a guesthouse in 2018. Enjoy the unique experience of staying in a real farmer's kura with the entire building all to yourselves. Our apple orchard is about a 5-minute walk away. During the apple season (late August to mid-November), you're welcome to enjoy complimentary apple picking.
ValueFamilyAccuracy
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews
Loft on top of a machiya
This is a unique loft space on top of a rare 3 floors machiya located on the central island of Kyoto. On the top floor of HASU former ryokan, we have designed an ensuite appartement with 2 rooms that are like 2 small houses. One room is located on the East side, and the other on the West side, they both have their own shower. The house was renovated in 2020 in order to offer an authentic experience in an ancient ryokan, with a contemporary comfort.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Nakameguro St 1min /[32㎡] 1 king size bed/ sofa
1 min walk to Nakameguro station. Conveniently located 1 minute walk from Nakameguro Station! You can use balcony and rooftop! Once you exit the building, you will find convenience stores, supermarkets, karaoke rooms, stylish cafes, and reasonably priced sushi restaurants. The Meguro River, famous for its cherry blossoms, is only a 3-minute walk away. 中目黒駅から徒歩1分の好立地! バルコニーや屋上も利用可能です。 ビルを出るとコンビニやスーパーはもちろん カラオケやお洒落なカフェ・リーズナブルなお寿司屋さんもあります。
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4.83 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviewsPopular amenities for Japan guesthouse rentals
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Private villa | 4 people, parking for 1 vehicle, easy access to the entire resort
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews
Mahoro-no-Yado [Renovated old house for rent. Discover the unspoiled landscape of Japan in Asakura, Asakura]
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews
An inn that is rented out as a whole, with Amanohashidate visible from all rooms, limited to one group per day.
LocationFamilyWalkability
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews
Entire House by the sea | Tottiri | Up to 6 Guests
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 48 reviews
Stay Near Tsunoshima|Self Check-in|Free Parking
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4.81 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews
HOCO detached
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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 79 reviews
[Built 110 years ago · National Tangible Cultural Property · Traditional Japanese House] Enjoy the mountains and sea / Large Japanese garden / Fully chartered / Renovated / Parking lot
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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviews
Stay in a rare old house next to a shrine
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviewsGuest house rentals with a patio

private hot spring pool, sauna, and open-air bath.
LocationFamilyAccuracy
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews
④ [Simple Stay] BBQ grill on the marine view terrace for up to 10 people
LocationFamilyNearby
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
[Private Villa] Maximum 10 people, 4 bedrooms, BBQ on the marine view terrace
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4.86 out of 5 average rating, 65 reviews
Central Tokyo /Walk to Tokyo Sta Imperial Palace
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviews
Kanazawa stay Akebono
LocationFamilyNearby
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews
Bosoaロッジ
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 92 reviews
-Time slip to the Heian Period -Junior suite room
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews
① [Staying] BBQ grill on the terrace, 4 bedrooms
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviewsGuest house rentals with a washer and dryer

Cosy Cabin on Mango Farm with FirePit & BBQ
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviews
Base for climbing Mt. Ishizuchi | Entire house rental | Annex of a charming Japanese house | 2 to 6 people | Free parking for 3 cars
LocationFamilyNearby
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 81 reviews
Luxury villa in Karuizawa with free-flow bar
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews
Tabist Pension Third Place Mezonet Sweet East
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews
NEW near Asakusa/Skytree Station 3 mins Fits 14pax
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews
The Forestarium (Annex@The Enclave) Isumi, Chiba
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4.83 out of 5 average rating, 636 reviews
Newly Renovated 70㎡ Private Floor | Groups | Tokyo
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 59 reviews
Kawa-no-Sato: A fully renovated hideaway located in the onsen town
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