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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

The best view from a house on a hillside! Renovated traditional Japanese house/132 ㎡, even 6 people can relax
The inn is located on the hillside just behind Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine, where you can occasionally hear the performances of the shrine and the chirping of birds. A spacious, independent house with a wonderful view. Would you like to spend a relaxing time with your family and close friends while watching the sunset? Limited to one group of up to 6 people, the entire house is for rent. With a floor area of 132 square meters, there are three bedrooms, two toilets and two sinks, so even large groups can enjoy their stay. One free parking on premises. Please be careful as you will need to climb a steep uphill slope. The kitchen facilities, bathrooms, washing machine, gas dryer, and other facilities were newly installed in 2024. You can have a comfortable stay in a house with a taste of Japanese tradition. We recommend procuring local ingredients at the supermarket and cooking for long-term stays. Surrounded by woods, you'll feel like you're visiting the countryside while staying in the city. Because of the natural environment, insects may appear. We take the utmost care to prevent them from entering the room, but please refrain from booking if you absolutely do not want to see any insects.

Open-air bath and private sauna/5-minute walk from the old town/ free parking
This is a 5-minute walk from Takayama's tourist attraction, "Old Town", and is a modern Japanese-style inn with a small open-air bath with a garden and a private sauna. The place name "Teppo-Machi" derives from the fact that many "Teppo-Ashigaru" who served the owner of Takayama Castle once lived there. Tourist attractions such as the Old Town, Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine, Morning Market, and Takayama Bettei are all within walking distance. After you check in, first relax from your travels with a sauna and open-air bath, Enjoy an evening walk in the old castle town, where you can feel the history and charm, Enjoy delicious Hida sake and meals at a restaurant of your choice. Get up early in the morning and go shopping at Miyagawa Morning Market. On the way back, we recommend the route along the Enako River, just next to the inn. Cherry blossoms in spring, greenery in summer, foliage in autumn, snow in winter... enjoy the rich seasons of Hida Takayama! We hope you will love our beloved Takayama and this house as much as we do!

Open-air Komyoseki Onsen bath and barrel sauna/1-minute walk to Miyagawa Asaichi/on-site parking
"Nedoko GRANQ" is an inn for a special stay where beauty and tranquility are in harmony. In the open-air ceramic bath, you can relax in the soft waters of the Komyoseki Onsen and free your mind. The deep heat of the barrel sauna will soothe your travel fatigue from the core. ■ Great location but quiet environment Miyagawa Asaichi 1-minute walk Kusakabe Folk Art Museum 1-minute walk Old town, 5-minute walk 5-minute walk to downtown where restaurants gather Relax in a luxurious space surrounded by silence while enjoying the charm of sightseeing and food. ■ Features of the stay 117 m² of spacious space, 7 people Privacy with 3 separate bedrooms Toilets and sinks are available on the 1st and 2nd floors, making it comfortable for multiple people to stay Four Simmons semi-double beds provide a comfortable night's sleep ■ Fully equipped One free parking space on the premises Drum washing machine with drying function, comfortable for long stays

A spacious, 221-year-old private house in the center of Tsumagojuku!
This is an old house built 221 years ago, located in the center of Tsumago-juku. The 20-tatami living room has a sunken hearth (currently unavailable) and you can enjoy the old Japanese private house. There are 3 bedrooms, so you can stay with a large number of people, such as family and friends. No meals are provided. You are welcome to use the full kitchen freely. There is a backyard at the end of the dirt floor that continues from the entrance, and you can walk around freely. Equipped with WiFi and an automatic lifting table, teleworking is also possible for long-term stays. Please have a relaxing time in this quiet old house. We look forward to seeing you !

Spend time in an architect's villa nestled in the forest. /Luxurious Entire Accommodation/Maximum 5 Guests [Sumiya Otaki]
A house that embodies the architect's free-spirited idea of "loving nature and enjoying it to the fullest" is available for rent. This house, built by artists as a place of creation, has been renovated as a rental accommodation. At an altitude of 1000 m, surrounded by beautiful forests and clear streams, this villa is full of the playfulness of the architect, allowing you to fully enjoy the light and wind of the seasons. Please enjoy your stay without worrying about anyone else. Rakusuitei is featured in the official Airbnb commercial as a location.

Ryokan-style Hinoki woodbath near Old town 3people
3-minute walk from the old town, house offers a comfortable space with a Hinoki bath, a modern Japanese style, fully equipped kitchen, tatami floors, and futon beds. Just a short 3-minute walk from the old town, yet it is very quiet, allowing for a relaxed stay. It is near the Higashiyama Walking Trail and temple districts, making it recommended to enjoy a stroll along these scenic routes. It is about a 15-minute walk from Takayama St, but you can enjoy the scenic view of the town as you walk.

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.

Koto House: 5-min from Station! Free parking!
【Koto House】 A relaxing house where Japanese and Western tastes are blended together. A private lodge for up to 4 people. You can have an entire house to yourself. Koto House is located in a very convenient place. 5 minute-walk from JR Station (East Exit) and Nohi Bus Center 5 minute-walk to the old town 30 seconds to the convenience store! A living room with furniture made in Takayama. Traditional Japanese-style small garden. A free parking lot for two cars in front of the house.

百 HAKU <100-year-old Quaint Japanese Style Villa>
HAKU is a Japanese Style Villa. You can enjoy your private time as in your home. “HAKU“ is one of the readings of the character “百” which means “hundred”. Medieval Haiku poet, Basho Matsuo likened eternal passage of time to "百代の過客", a permanent traveller. In his time, a hundred years was expressed as eternal. HAKU was originally built as a farmer’s shed about a hundred years ago. It was recently relocated and renovated for another hundred years. HAKU will welcome you as traveling companions.

Newly Built Forest Retreat for Private Use | Crystal-Clear Stream & Barrel Sauna. Within a 30-minute drive to Gujo Hachiman and Gero Onsen!
自然豊かな森に囲まれたロケーション。清流「馬瀬川」とその支流を望む3000坪の広大な敷地に、自然と溶け合うような新築棟が誕生しました。 夜空を見上げれば、肉眼で天の川が見えるほどの満天の星が広がります。 大切な家族やお仲間とのここでの滞在は、五感を開いて心身を癒し、新たな気づきや発想をもたらしてくれます。 夏の川遊び・冬の雪遊びはもちろん、リトアニア製バレルサウナと目の前の源流での水浴は「別次元のサウナ体験」と好評。 グリーンシーズンは屋外焚火(時期によりティピ設置)、冬は室内の薪ストーブ。火を見つめながら語らう、深遠なひとときをお過ごしいただけます。 屋外BBQや鍋を囲むのもこの宿の醍醐味。 日常を離れ、本当の自分に出会いたい方へ。 家族旅行・リトリート・法人研修にもぜひご活用ください。2026年1月オープン。 私たちが大切に育んだこの場所の空気感に、共鳴してくださるゲスト様をお待ちしております。 【車での周辺アクセス】 ✩明宝温泉:6分 ✩めいほうスキー場:9分 ✩下呂温泉街:35分 ✩郡上八幡:37分 ✩高山の古い町並み:52分 ✩白川郷(世界遺産):73分

IORI SHIROYAMA【City View & luxury space】
IORI SHIROYAMA is located on a hill overlooking Takayama and is a vila of traditional Japanese architecture, only one group per night. We have created a peaceful and high-quality space using natural materials and traditional Hida crafts. After detoxifying in the sauna, enjoy a retreat to shed your daily fatigue. A free shuttle service is available from Takayama Station. We will deliver to your house an authentic Japanese breakfast featuring Hida ingredients and other seasonal ingredients.
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