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Revitalizing a 106-year-old historic inn and its storehouse: Kominoya Mitsuhama Inn, 188 m² with Japanese moss garden and semi-open-air bath (limited to one group per day)
┏━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━┓ ◆ Limited to one group per day/private ~ long-established ryokan and warehouse experience-style stay ◆ ┗━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━┛ ■ Location, History, Features ■ This is a long-established Japanese-style inn and restaurant (formerly the Kanaga Ryokan) in Mitsuhama, a port town in Matsuyama/Dogo, built 106 years ago and surrounded by four white-walled storehouses built in the Edo period and four gardens. It has been gradually renovated and revitalized (currently in the process of revitalization), with features such as white plastered earthen walls and natural Kenji-ji bamboo fences.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 moss gardens: the front garden, the middle garden, and the back garden. Well water flows everywhere, including through the water basin, the ladle, the deer stone, the stream between the stepping stones, and the pond. The pond is home to koi, goldfish, medaka, tanago, and river shrimp, and is a biotope space visited by wild birds. ■ 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 other items from Japan, Bali, and other overseas locations.
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 250 reviews
Kanazawa stay Akebono
Kanazawa Machiya with Japanese Garden Kanazawa no Tabi Yado Akebono - A special stay in a Kanazawa townhouse with 150 years of history - We have renovated a Kanazawa townhouse with over 150 years of history to provide a special space where comfort and tradition harmonize. Enjoy a quiet and luxurious time, limited to one group per day. [The charm of the inn] ・ Garden culture: Over 100 tsubo of gardens offer a relaxing view and experience. ・ Traditional crafts: A space surrounded by Ishikawa and Noto crafts such as Wajima lacquerware and Kutaniyaki. ・ Spacious: Relax in a historic townhouse of over 160 m². ・ Good location: 10-minute walk to Kenrokuen, ideal for sightseeing in the city. [Precautions] Accommodates up to 8 guests. We do not provide meals at the inn, but there are many attractive restaurants nearby. You can also cook in the kitchen. In addition, as part of our efforts to support the reconstruction of Noto, we donate 1% of our sales to the Noto Reconstruction Relief Fund. Enjoy a special stay in a townhouse where you can feel the history and culture.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 10 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)
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 71 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
[Rental villa overlooking the sea from the heights of Awaji Island Kamaguchi] Why not enjoy a relaxing stay on Awaji Island, where you can live like a local while gazing out at the sea? Rabbit-themed vacation rental The living room, featuring a large window with a panoramic view of Osaka Bay, is... Yogibo Sofa Home Theater Karaoke Kitchen We have ____ to help you relax. There is a large counter under the window where you can have a drink, read or work while enjoying the glittering waters of the morning sun and moonlight Capacity: 4 people (no additional charge based on the number of guests) Parking: Free Check-in: After 3:00 p.m. (evenings also OK) *Contactless check-in using a PIN code Check out: 11 o'clock WiFi: Yes Amenities: Towels, shampoo, toothbrushes, etc. Bedding: 2 double beds Free service: Awaji Island Milk, Water, Drip Coffee, Onion Soup, Nespresso Refa hair cream and bathing agent Options: ① Starry sky and waves BBQ BBQ & Pizza Kettle & Bonfire Set Rental 3,000 yen. ② Recommended for girls and couples Refa haircare set rental 3,000 yen.
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 315 reviews
[Free pick-up and drop-off] Small traditional kominka 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
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 104 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.
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 157 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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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 74 reviews
private hot spring pool, sauna, and open-air bath.
Opening in November 2023, Yudono Totonoyu consists of a main building with four rooms (two rooms have a barrel sauna), all with private hot springs, and a separate detached building with a pool and sauna The feature of this detached property is that it is a private villa that can be rented out entirely It is a luxurious facility with a private hot spring pool, electric barrel sauna cypress open-air bath, Goemon bath that can be enjoyed in cold water or hot springs, and an indoor semi-open bath
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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 32 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.
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 227 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, 110 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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4.84 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews
Oami Centre for Education, Recreation and Rest
Oami is an ideally located city on a direct rail line from Tokyo and there is a direct bus service from Haneda International Airport. It is close to the ocean, surrounded by parks, numerous golf courses and a variety of arts and craft facilities. The local culinary specialties are noted throughout the nation. Everyone is catered for in this area and will be comfortable staying here close to Oami Station.
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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 355 reviewsPopular amenities for Honshu guesthouses
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Private Cottage in Rural Japan | BBQ & Irori
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 76 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
Entire House by the sea | Tottiri | Up to 6 Guests
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews
[Entire building for rent / Kikori] A kurafu-style detached house in Kamo City made from recycled materials | Families and groups welcome
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews
[Entire house rental] Welcome to Grandpa and Grandma's house! Spend some time in the countryside at a hidden retreat in Nishi-Soya | Flat rate for up to 5 people!
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews
Usagi Minka
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews
An adult retreat surrounded by a beautiful bamboo forest, with an open-air bath and sauna / natural mineral spring / BBQ / pets allowed / maximum 8 people / Katsuura
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4.8 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews
Small shed near Kanazawa and Komatsu great view.
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4.77 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviewsGuesthouses with a patio

An inn that makes you want to brag about spending time in the countryside
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 90 reviews
④ [Simple Stay] BBQ grill on the marine view terrace for up to 10 people
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Central Tokyo /Walk to Tokyo Sta Imperial Palace
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 59 reviews
① [Staying] BBQ grill on the terrace, 4 bedrooms
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews
-Time slip to the Heian Period -Junior suite room
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews
Old Kura Stay in Noto/HIoki Bath/Sauna/Breakfast
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews
Madarao resort is a 2-minute walk. Wake up to a sea of clouds and sunrise from the window
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 21 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, 63 reviewsGuest house rentals with a washing machine and dryer

Luxury villa in Karuizawa with free-flow bar
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews
Base for climbing Mt. Ishizuchi | Entire house rental | Annex of a charming Japanese house | 2 to 6 people | Free parking for 3 cars
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 73 reviews
Family-Friendly Japanese Home near Kyoto | BBQ
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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews
Onsen no yado Gion Maisen Bettei
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4.71 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews
NEW near Asakusa / Skytree 3 min large group 14pax
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews
Newly Renovated 70㎡ Private Floor | Groups | Tokyo
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 53 reviews
Kawano Warehouse, a fully renovated hideaway located in the hot spring town
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4.86 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews
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