Holiday houses in Honshu

Good Design Award winner, with a storage room (with a theater), free parking, and traditional old houses. Entire building available for rent (up to 8 people).

Location Opened in May 2024. Located in the heart of Takayama's historic district, Makoto-ya Ojin is a stylish inn in 1-chome, Ojin-cho, Takayama City, where the good old Japanese landscape remains. In front of our house, which is sandwiched between the Hida-Buri Highway that connects the former Toyama and Takayama, there are the Nissho-bu Mingei Kan and the Yoshima residence, which are important cultural properties that show the rich cultural assets of Japan, and this area is designated as a preservation district for traditional buildings. You can enjoy the old town and beautiful scenery while experiencing historic buildings. It is a 2-minute walk to Miyagawa Morning Market and a 5-minute walk to Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine, the site of the autumn Takayama Festival. The festival stall in this area is called Hōmeita, and it has a variety of decorations such as a palanquin and sculptures (1-minute walk to the stall). Enjoy Takayama's history to the fullest in an excellent location. <Building and Hida master carpenters> Built 145 years ago by a master craftsman from Hida, this building has been revived here by modern craftsmen. The house retains a glimpse of the good old days, with features such as a storehouse, mud walls, and a dirt floor. Please relax in the spacious 195 ㎡ space. *Winner of the 2024 Good Design Award

A resort with a spectacular view of the Southern Alps at the southern foot of Mt. Yatsugatake, a space where you can relax and enjoy a semi-open-air bath, sauna, and convenience store within walking distance.

A small house will meet you.Wake up with the birds chirping and listen to the wind whispering through the trees in the morning.The large windows offer beautiful views of the Southern Alps.There are also atmospheric cafes and restaurants within walking distance, as well as the famous risonale hotel.There is also a ranch nearby where you can experience horseback riding, so you can enjoy interacting with nature. If you are looking for tranquility, this is the perfect place.Start with a cup of coffee in the morning, enjoy horseback riding or hiking during the day, and dinner in the candle lights at night.

New!! Kanazawa Traditional/Luxury Machiya 100years

Located in Higashiyama, one of Japan's last remaining 'Chaya house' as a site of Inportant Traditional Japanese Architecture), a short walk north from Higashi District. Our property was build about 100 years ago during the Taisho period.（74㎡、800sq) It has been extensively renovated standards of comfort, luxury and safety, as such we are a Legal Vacation Rental, you may book with confidence. 100年ほど前に建てられた金澤町家を改修し、皆さまの2番目のご自宅をイメージして建てた町家になります。昼間の喧騒から離れた朝、夕の主計町、ひがし茶屋街、浅ノ川の散策は心が癒され、昔ながらの金沢が楽しめます。

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.

Japan Charm&Tradition-Yui Valley(easy Tokyo/Kyoto)

Welcome to Yui Valley ! A refreshing stop between Tokyo and Kyoto. In the countryside, a simple farmers traditional house surrounded by Lush Green Mountains, Bamboo forests, Rivers and Tea Fields. Outside the usual tourist path, discover the real countryside of Japan. Come to relax and enjoy different activities: Hiking with view of Mt. Fuji, walk crossing Bamboo groves and tea fields, Green Tea ceremony, Hot spring, Bicycles, Bamboo workshop, Shiatsu, Acupuncture treatment or River Dipping.

K's Villa Kamogawa - Excellent River View

K's Villa Kamogawa-an is an authentic Kyoto style wooden house located right beside the Kamo river only 3 mins walk from Shichijo station. Maximum 7 guests, Suitable for 2 - 5 guests Please ensure you select the correct number of guests when booking <Important> Please come to K's Villa Office (K's House Kyoto) to CHECK-IN before 20:30pm. ※Please do NOT go to K's Villa directly. ・If you arrive before 16:00, we can keep your luggage at K' s Villa Office(K's House Kyoto) anytime after 9:00am.

Cliff Cabin — Outdoor Bath, National Park

Perched on a clifftop above southern Izu's volcanic coastline, Izu Cliff Cabin began in the 1970s as a local fisherman's hideaway, built for spectacular views. We've restored and reinvented it with care. The property sits inside a national park, with no man-made structures in sight. The bedroom, dining, and living areas all face the sea through oversized custom windows. The outdoor bath, sunken in reclaimed Meiji-era Izu stone, looks out onto two uninhabited islands. A New Heritage property.

kyoto villa soso (Near Kyoto station)

《May 2019 TV can be watched.》 It is located 15 minutes on foot from Kyoto station. It will be lent to a Kyoto townhouse style building. I put the finest furniture and the finest bed. You can also use wifi. The bath is about the size of two adults and uses Japanese cypress. It will be a very beautiful room just opened in January. Please try and stay at once. The location of the hotel is in a place where you can walk to downtown area of Kyoto and famous temples. It is a very convenient place.

Entire renovated Kominka house | Teshima | Retreat

A renovated Japanese retro house on Teshima, exclusively for one group per day. Enjoy a private island stay in a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere. If you’re lucky, our cats may visit in the evening. A great hub for art island hopping, with direct boats to Naoshima, Inujima and Shodoshima. * Complimentary breakfast * E-bike rental available * 8% off for 2+ nights * Sunset tour for 3+ nights * Customers in the cafe area may use the toilet when we run cafe (pls see the layout)

【Teshima’s Ocean View Retreat Tokuto】King Villa

Tokuto is a newly renovated private mansion built in the 1940s on Teshima. It is conveniently located about 15mins walk from Ieura Port. Enjoy the luxurious architecture of the past, such as the authentic hand blown window glass, Onigawara (Japanese gargoyle roof tiles), and the beautiful gardens with an abundance of stone lanterns. The building consists of 2 villas, King Villa & Queen Villa. As a measure against infectious diseases, we accept one group for each building.

Kiyomizu Area | Machiya House | 6 Guests | Gion

TABITABI MITSU is a fully renovated 100-year-old Kyoto machiya near Rokuharamitsuji Temple. This private entire house offers a calm stay for one group per day. The entrance features historic stone paving once used for Kyoto’s streetcars. The flooring showcases traditional “Naguri” hand-carved textures. Enjoy a serene garden view and relax in the semi-open-air bath with a Shigaraki ceramic tub. Upstairs includes a tatami room and bedroom with refined design details.

Terrace House with Open-Air Bath with a Spectacular View of Mt. Fuji | Capacity: Up to 10 people | BBQ and Roofed Balcony

Private terrace house with Mt. Fuji views Up to 10 guests (ideal for families & groups) 9 min drive from Kawaguchiko Station Outdoor bath with stunning Mt. Fuji view Covered BBQ balcony (Weber grill optional) 2 bedrooms / 4 double beds + 2 futons Comfortable Magniflex mattresses 2 toilets, 2 wash areas, 2 shower rooms 55” TV, full kitchen, WiFi, washer & dryer 10 min walk: convenience stores & supermarket 7 min drive to Lake Kawaguchi Free parking (up to 2 cars)