Family-friendly holiday rentals in Kansai

Traditional Townhouse & Garden in Quiet Castletown

Experience the charm of traditional Japan with all the senses in this finely crafted townhouse & surrounding garden. Gujo Hachiman is known as the “City of Water”, and owner & architect Yuri Fujisawa has lovingly restored this charming residence to embody the spirit of water. Located below the town’s medieval castle, this neighborhood was reserved for high-ranking samurai. While the historical streetscape is well-preserved, it remains an authentic neighborhood inhabited by friendly locals.

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.

"Kaze no Niwa"/retreat/Japanese traditional house

This is a traditional Japanese house built in the countryside of Iga, the home of the ninja. Although you can come by public transportation, it is more convenient to come by car as it is quite a rural area. The hot spring is 5 minutes by car. It takes 20 minutes by car to the castle town of Iga Ueno. 25 minutes to Mokumoku Farm. 30 minutes to Igayaki no Sato. 45 minutes to Suzuka Circuit. 50 minutes to Akame Shijuhachi Falls National Park. 1 hour to Ise Jingu. 1 hour to Horyuji Temple.

A Satoyama Private Retreat in Nara

A private Satoyama retreat in the mountains of Nara, just 20 minutes from the city. This traditional one-group-per-day house is renovated with reclaimed wood and uses fresh mountain spring water. Enjoy hands-on cooking with organic rice and vegetables from our farm. Relax in a wood-fired bath, and in the morning experience a Japanese tea ceremony surrounded by nature. Dinner options include Japanese meal or pizza making. Our meal service is available for parties of two or more guests.

Mokushuku Tanaka Residence

☆A traditional house built in the Edo period. ☆This is a supervised traditional house by the owner's architectural design office. ☆It has been restored and renovated without destroying the atmosphere of a town house. ☆Please experience a space that feels like you have slipped back in time to the Edo period. ☆There is a well-equipped kitchen, so it should be satisfactory for long stays or families. ☆It is adjacent to a castle, making it suitable for sightseeing around the castle.

Private traditional riverside villa/1h from KIX

This house was built 120 years ago and stayed by a lot of people who have plan to go to Koya-san. The house is in front of the river and you can take a look. It will make relaxed. We can do tea ceremony, if you want. We have 2 toilet and 1 bath room with big bath tab made by a Japanese special wood, Hinoki. There is a 24h super market, Okuwa near the house.(5 min away by a car) And high rank Japanese beef restaurant(2 min by a car) You can enjoy Yakiniku.

Artist's house in Kyoto with a big cypress bath

Welcome to Art House Shirakawa Yagi Our guesthouse is a renovated 80-year-old traditional Kyoto house where art and everyday life come together. We have welcomed over 1,000 groups of guests from around the world. Enjoy & relax in the spacious hinoki cypress bath, and experience a peaceful side of Kyoto away from the crowds. Half of the house is our family home, offering a glimpse of authentic Kyoto life while providing a spacious stay. Up to 5guests

Outdoor Wood-fired Onsen · Traditional Farmhouse

Stay at Ryunohara Hatago, a lovingly restored 120-year-old farmhouse in Ryujinmura — Japan’s spiritual heartlands. Soak in a wood-fired outdoor onsen filled with the silky-smooth waters of Ryujin, a hot spring renowned for over 1,200 years. Swim in the Hidakagawa River, walk ancient pilgrimage trails, and explore the Kii Peninsula by car. A self-guided stay for independent travellers who want to slow down, cook, and reconnect with nature.

サウナし放題 一棟貸し古民家宿

DIYをこよなく愛するオーナー「JP」が、理想の暮らしを思い描きながら築150年の古民家をセルフリノベーションした一棟貸しの古民家宿です。 この宿の最大の特徴は、世界にひとつだけの「卵サウナ」。 熱が自然に循環する独自の形状にこだわり、設計から製作までJP自身が手がけた完全DIYのサウナです。薪ストーブのやわらかな熱に包まれながら、ここでしか味わえないサウナ体験をお楽しみください。 室内には古民家ならではの囲炉裏もあります。 囲炉裏を囲みながらお鍋を楽しんだり、串焼きなどをしたりと、日本の昔ながらの暮らしを体験できます。 ※食材や串などの調理用具はご持参ください。 宿は岡山県美作市の山あいにある「小房」という静かな集落にあります。 すぐ近くには地方創生や移住の村として注目されている西粟倉村があり、自然豊かな里山の風景が広がっています。 街の喧騒から離れ、自然と手作りの温もりに包まれながら、ゆったりとした時間をお過ごしください。

Authentic Japanese countryside/1h from KIX

Japanese log house with BBQ space and private river. You can enjoy fishing a amago, watching beautiful stars. There is a private sauna. After sauna, you can dive into a river. In June you can watch ire flies. All the rooms are made by Japanese special wood , Hinoki and sugi. The smell is amazing. This area is really tranquil and you will be able to make relaxed. And easy to get to Koya-san (40 min by a car)

アール・ヴィラ さぬき津田[Setouchi Ocean Front Villa]

“ Reset　・　Reborn　・　Restart ” 海外の人たちから“日本のエーゲ海”と評され、 「広い区域に亘る優美な景色で、これ以上のものは世界のどこにもない」 と言わしめるほど風光明媚な瀬戸内海。 弘法大師空海が開いた四国八十八箇所霊場と、 それを取り巻く“おせったい” に表されるおもてなしの文化が滔々と息づく地・四国。 今でははるばる海外から、人生の目的探しや、心の癒しを求めて訪れる人が多いと聞きます。   豊かな自然とおもてなしの文化。そして、穏やかな風土。 それらから生み出される“癒し”の力が、人々を魅了してやまないのではないでしょうか。   この場所だからできること。この場所にしかできないこと。   ココロを癒し、カラダを癒し、 いったん立ち止まって、内なる声に耳を傾ける時間と空間を提供したい。 この場所が、訪れた方々にとって、次の一歩を踏みだす力になれば、と願っています。

Sky City offers breathtaking sea views.

Sky City stands atop a steep cliff on Kojima, offering a breathtaking and unparalleled view of the boundless sea. The refreshing sea breeze and gentle sound of the waves will accompany you throughout your unforgettable stay. Here, you can enjoy island walks, barbecues, Karaoke, and escape the hustle and bustle of the city with your family and friends. So come and relax to your heart's content!