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105-year-old inn and warehouse reborn Japanese moss garden & semi-open-air bath 188㎡ [Limited to one group per day Kominka Mitsuhama Inn]
┏━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━┓ ◆ Limited to one group per day/private rental - Experience a rejuvenating stay in a long-established inn and storehouse ◆ ┗━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━┛ ■ Location, history, features ■ In the port town of "Mitsuhama" in Matsuyama/Dogo, a 105-year-old long-established restaurant inn (formerly the Kawacho Ryokan) surrounded by 4 white-walled storehouses and 4 gardens built in the Edo period - white plastered earth walls, natural bamboo walls of Kannonji Temple, etc., have been renovated little by little and regenerated (in the process of regeneration). It is an old private house that initially opened as an accommodation facility for almost 100% inbound. Renovation work is being carried out on the semi-open-air bath inside the warehouse and the water area. ■ Healing moss garden ■ There are three moss gardens: the front garden, the middle garden, and the back garden, and well water flows everywhere, flowing between the hand basin, the watering hole, the deer repellent, the stepping stones, and the pot pond, where koi, medaka, tanago, and crayfish live, and a biotope space visited by wild birds. ■ Check-in lounge (cafe/bar space), souvenir corner ■ You can drink authentic cocktails on the first floor of the annex (main building). There is a souvenir corner with interior goods/accessories/natural stones/amulets imported from Bali and other countries.

Pets allowed. Spacious old private house for rent. Wood-burning stove. Close to the ski resort. Up to 10 people. 50 minutes to Kanazawa. Hot springs too.
A renovated traditional house.Quiet and relaxing time in the four seasons.It also serves as a cafe for lunch. The entire rental.Limited to one group. Vegan menu available. · Discounts for long stays from one week. 1 hour by car from Kanazawa Station. Komatsu Airport 45 minutes by car. It is about a 2.5 hour drive to Shirakawa-go, Gifu Prefecture.Gokayama is also available.From June to early November, you can easily access Hakusan White Road. WiFi available (improved since February 2025) Parking free Western-style toilet, sink, washing machine Kitchen, fridge available Baths are provided at the inn There is a natural hot spring right next to the inn that can be used.At your own expense (until 7pm.Mizuki Kane Closed). Dinner and breakfast can be served with ingredients from the area.You can also stay without meals.Dinner 3500 yen per person, 1200 yen per person for breakfast. There is a stove and range.We can cook for ourselves.Even for long-term stays. Barbecue and fireworks are not available. It is suitable for people who love Japanese countryside and nature.Enjoy a relaxing time on our own. Spring to autumn is trekking, climbing, and climbing mountains.In the winter, nature experiences are seasonal, such as walking around and snow hikes.There are also two ski resorts nearby. The owner is a Neil Leader (Nature Experience Supervisor).

Cottage near "Yellow Pumpkin" in Seto Inland Sea National Park - Kai (Ocean Side) - Rental Cottage
A private cottage on the beach in Naoshima, a sacred place for art.There are two buildings, one on the sea side and one on the mountain side, and Kai is the sea side building.You can use the free parking space on the premises, which is rare in Naoshima. The building is a separate two-story building, with 6 beds in the ground floor bedroom and up to 2 futons in the Japanese-style room on the second floor, so you can stay between 6 and 8 people. There is a family-type kitchen and washing machine, so it can be used for trips with family and friends, as well as for student training camps and seminar trips. It is a 3-minute walk from OHANA to Kikaburi, and a 2-minute walk from the nearest bus stop, making it an ideal base for sightseeing while staying in Naoshima. Enjoy a relaxing time on Naoshima Island in an interior that uses plenty of wood from local carpentry shops. We have also started a Naoshima sightseeing tour for guests staying at Ohana.There are many places where you need to make reservations in advance, such as museums in Naoshima, and I hope to provide you with more fulfilling Naoshima sightseeing, such as arranging tickets, transfers by car, and sightseeing in Naoshima by bicycle rental. You can contact us by email for tours.

Sanchi, a private rental inn with a panoramic view of the Northern Alps
Enjoy the only scenery here. Located northeast of Azumino, the former Akihina-machi overlooks the Northern Alps. Akishina is a land where the Saira River, Takase River, and Hodaka River merge, and is blessed with abundant spring water. Here you'll find the beautiful scenery and tranquility you want to leave behind We have renovated such an old Meishina building, revived the retro modern space, and made a rental accommodation in a whole house. I wanted you to relax in the Azumino air and spend a lot of luxurious time. It is a 5-minute walk from Meishina Station from our facility, and 2 stops to Matsumoto Station on the Shinnoi Line. It is easy to go towards Nagano. Mt. Nagamine, abandoned lines, Daio wasabi, swaths, etc. are close by. Please enjoy Azumino sightseeing There is a "Maekawa" flowing right in front of you, such as canoeing, rafting, sap, etc. There is a "Longmenbuchi Canoe Stadium" and you can walk there, so it is also a great place to practice. Old Meisho Town is a local town, not a downtown area. The neighborhood is not downtown, so there is nothing. Recommended for those who are interested in living in the countryside and relocating to two areas, or those who are considering it.

Creative Villa with a View of the Sea | Exclusive Sunset Experience in Toda Bay | Harbor Front Private Studio
Escape the crowds. Find your silent front row seat. To a special seat just for you, where you can only see the sea. The host designed and built it himself, DIY life magazine dopa!Winner of the award, It is a unique creation villa in the world. Away from the crowds, surrounded by silence, with a view of the horizon all to yourself, Find your own sanctuary. We will give you a map to this hidden front row seat in a hidden corner of the Izu Peninsula. It is a place where the journey itself blocks out the hustle and bustle of the world. Here, in the traditional fishing village of Toda, you are not a tourist, but a traveller. With the majestic Mount Fuji watching over the morning walk along the coast, Private villas offer a unique immersive experience. Designed by the owner himself and awarded numerous prizes for his unique craftsmanship, Harbor Front It is a theatre of light and sound facing the sea. From the golden sunset that fills the living room, Up to a 150-inch movie theater experience awaits at dusk, This is where you can take back your time. It's not a place everyone can enjoy, It is a place for those who seek the luxury of silence and the beauty of a "hiding place".

2-minute walk to Emerald Green Beach, surrounded by nature, Beachside House alohana
It is about 30-40 minutes by car from the city center of Ishigaki Island, so it is the best location for those who want to be quiet in a natural place rich in nature, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.(birds chirping and insects chirping) * Please note: This location is not recommended for those who are looking for the convenience of the city or those traveling to and from the city.We hope you understand this before booking. You can also enjoy marine sports at the beach in almost private condition, with almost no one visiting the emerald green beach, which is about a 2-minute walk from the hotel. You can enjoy the sky full of stars where you can see the sunset and the Milky Way sinking on the horizon. A small private wooden bungalow with a natural interior and an open entrance overlooking the lush garden or relaxing on a large terrace with a hammock.You can also enjoy activities such as yoga in the private garden.Our home is on the premises, so we can help and support you so that you can have a comfortable stay during your stay. ※ Please contact us if you wish to bring children. For more information, please search Beach Side House alohana.

A luxurious inn with a sauna with exclusive views of Mt. Fuji.Lake Yamanaka is an 11-minute walk!
This accommodation is limited to one group per day called "Private Resort Fuji" in a villa area 11 minutes on foot from Lake Yamanaka, renovated by a designer in July 2024. It is a Japanese modern design house based on a total floor area of 115 ㎡, 3LDK cabins. When you go up to the second floor, you can see the large Mt. Fuji from the window of the living room, BBQ on the large balcony on the back of Mt. Fuji, and after enjoying the barrel sauna surrounded by trees, you can take a bath in the forest in the resting space outside.The yard has a large fire pit where you can even talk around the fire.In addition, there is a high fence in the garden, so if you bring your dog, you don't have to worry about running away. The room has a large 90-inch screen, where you can enjoy Prime Video, Youtube, and more.At night, you can also see the starry sky if the conditions are right.

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This is a house with a superb view overlooking Lake Nojiri. There are several ski slopes (Myoko, Kurohime, and Masao), about 15-20 minutes away, making it a perfect base for winter sports. Enjoy a wood-burning sauna and a stunning water bath. There are no private houses around, so you can also watch music and movies with loud noise. Because it is a house nestled deep in the mountains, we do our best, but there are insects during the warmer months.It snows a lot in winter.In autumn, the leaves are dancing. You must also adjust the fire in the wood stove yourself. It's never an easy home to live in, but with a great view and experience. There is a full counter kitchen with stunning views and condiments and cookers so you can enjoy cooking.(No BBQ equipment)

Sakura River Inn 1 (Experience life by the river!)
Sakura River Inn I is a traditional Japanese-style apartment located along the banks of the Takase River, preserving classic elements such as tatami. In spring, guests can enjoy cherry blossoms lining the river, while in the evening the softly illuminated scenery creates a calm and magical atmosphere. Although situated in the heart of the city and within walking distance of major sightseeing spots, the apartment offers a relaxing Kyoto experience accompanied by the gentle sound of flowing water.

1min to the Ocean! Renovated Villa for Your Only
1 min from the Pacific Ocean! It is a meticulous renovation house, located close to the "Tunnel Leading to the Sea", a famous photogenic shooting spot. At dawn and sunset, anytime you can visit to the shore. No limit, no wall, only the Horizon and the Sky. Inside this house is fully renovated for comfortable staying. A kitchen, bathroom and a toilet , laundry machine and dryer is installed and free for use. A couple or family of 2-4 is suite on here! Also, 6-minute walk from the Hakone Loop.

Haruya Guesthouse
Our guesthouse is in a beautiful mountain village, near to it are pristine forests with beech trees and an ancient mountain path that was used to carry sea products from Japan sea to Kyoto in old days. In front of the guesthouse runs a stream that is a source of Lake Biwa and its water is crystal clear ; in early summer nights many fireflies fly over the stream. In winter, we have a lot of snow ; sometimes it reaches 2 meters from the ground! On clear nights you can enjoy the sky full of stars.

Mikiura Guesthouse
Reservation start from 2 person / 2 nights minimum. We only take one reservation everyday so house is yours to use privately.We have no meal service since corona pandemic 2020. Guesthouse is a typical old Japanese house, not like a resort Hotel or Ryokan for business. Mikiura village is surrounded by the clear blue sea and natural green mountains, and located close to the World Heritage of "Kumano Kodo" You'll enjoy real Japan such as rural life experience, quiet time and beautiful nature.
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Listen to the sound of the river while having an extraordinary experience/A small apartment on the bank of the Izu River/Travel like a local

Free parking! Walk to the delicious restaurants on Uenourachori Street and relax in the Japanese-style room

[瑞] 10 mins to Shinjuku, 9ppl , 2 baths, tatami

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*Ryu-chan House* Japanese house for rent: National Park at the foot of Yashima: Near public transportation station: Up to 5 people: Parking available

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IORI MIYAGAWA 【The river view & Japanese Modern】

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Experience Shimoda-style at Miharashi-tei, a house with an excellent view that allows you to "stay as if you lived there".

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[Limited to 1 group per day] 30 seconds to the sea! Kurage-an Miyakawa, a safe private lodging (BBQ available/1 free parking space)

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Vermillion Waves Oceanfront Retreat on the beach

Sleeps up to 10! Gion Shijo Station is a 1-minute walk. It is in a good location overlooking Yasaka Shrine, Chion-in, and Minamiza from the window. Pets are allowed!

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