Family-friendly holiday rentals in Yoshino District

Yoshino, a traditional Japanese house over 100 years old / Breakfast and dinner included / Limited to one group per day / A quiet inn surrounded by greenery

OPEN March 20, 2026 Nestled in the mountains of Nara and Yoshino, surrounded by greenery, lies the quiet, one-day, one-group-only traditional Japanese inn, B&B Mori no Akari.(The name means "Light of the Forest") ⚫︎ During your stay, breakfast and dinner handmade by the owner are included (please refer to the photos). ⚫︎ We can also accommodate pescatarian and vegetarian meals. The kitchen area is shared with Hotos.The rest of the space is reserved for your exclusive use, and you can enjoy your time freely, just like when you rent the entire property. A spacious area of approximately 230 m² can accommodate up to 8 people.Ideal for family or group trips.There is also easy access to Yoshinoyama, a famous cherry blossom viewing spot, and Kimpusenji Temple, a World Heritage Site. We have preserved the historic beams and tiled roofs while creating a comfortable environment for your stay.The tranquility of the mountains, the soft light that illuminates the night.Here, you can take a break from your daily routine. Due to the abundant natural environment, we recommend that you come by car. (If you wish, we can arrange transportation to and from the nearest train station.) Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing stay.

noad is a private guest house where you can stay with works of art. You can see the great nature of the meandering Kitayama River.

Located in Totsugawa Village, Nara Prefecture, Wakayama and Mie prefectures are right next door, and it is close to tourist attractions such as the World Heritage Kumano Kodo, Rorikyo, Tamaki Shrine, and Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine, as well as hot springs such as Yuguchi Onsen, Kawa Onsen, Yuno Mine Onsen, and Totsugawa Onsen. The entire space, which includes a loft with a staircase dance and a renovated basement of an old potato field, is also used as a place for artists to stay and create, depending on the period. You can enjoy nature and art with ONKAI, an outdoor sculpture by a German artist, a 2-3 minute walk away. Breakfast, bento, and dinner are optional, and we offer vegetarian menus using vegetables from the Kumano area. ⚠︎ Because the river is close and the area is surrounded by nature, there are many insects in the warm season, and they may enter the room. Please make a reservation after understanding the characteristics of the place rich in nature. ⚠︎ We are renovating an old private house built over 100 years ago, and we are using the charm of the old wood as it is. Please be careful if you are allergic to dust, etc.

A welcome house with a starry sky and countryside views

In a beautiful mountain village that changes with the seasons, Would you like to enjoy a peaceful moment that makes you forget your daily worries? At our inn, you can enjoy the starry sky and the peaceful atmosphere. Located on a hill with a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside. When I open the window, There, you can see “terrace fields,” a traditional Japanese landscape. We weave poems inspired by the changing seasons. In spring, the rice terrace with water shows the blue sky and the surrounding landscape as if it were a water mirror. In the summer, the fresh green rice flying in the wind plays a cool tone. In autumn, the rice terraces, surrounded by golden rice ears, shine across the entire landscape. In winter, the bundles of straw piled up after the rice harvest create a wintertime scene characteristic of the rice terraces. While I had this stunning borrowed scenery all to myself, Enjoying conversations is also important. It is also a good idea to surrender to a comfortable silence, It's all up to you.

Guest house Kisansei Seseragi

The guesthouse where the green water boils from Mt. Yoshino creates a high waterfall and pours it into the elephant creek. Manyo singers and travelers are also nostalgic and nostalgic. Enjoy a day of relaxing in nature and life since ancient times. Dinner and breakfast are not provided. Feel free to use the kitchen, cooking utensils, refrigerator, etc. and cook and bring your own. * You'll also need to bring condiments. One room is 1,000 yen. It can be used by 2 people. It's non for one person only. Extra person ¥5,000 (However, it is 2,000 yen for elementary and middle, and preschool children are free). The location is Kisaya Multi-purpose Workshop Guesthouse "Kisa Seseragi". Search for "Nishitani Multi-purpose Workshop" and you will see a detailed location.

Amagawa Village, Nara Prefecture: Entire house rental for up to 10 people, BBQ, river play, limestone cave, Benzaiten Shrine, Tamaki Shrine | 2 hours from Osaka

Suzukakean This is a private house about 140㎡ in size, located next to the clear stream of Amakawa Village. Maximum of 10 people. Ideal for families and group trips. It also has excellent access to popular tourist destinations such as Hirakawa Onsen, Mitarai Valley, Amagawabenzaiten, and Mizuhanoyu. The room has a spacious layout, so you can relax while feeling the nature. It is fully equipped with a barbecue stove, a cycle rack, a baby crib, etc. Enjoy a special time with friends and family while listening to the river. Wi-Fi is available for workations. Free parking is also available. Please use it as a base to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons and activities unique to Amakawa Village. We look forward to welcoming you.

Healing Fragrance Garden Takano

Located along the Takano Highway, it has great access to Mt. Takano, Osaka, Wakayama City, etc. This room has 2 single beds and 2 semi-double beds. You can enjoy breakfast in a Japanese-style room or relax on the sofa. We also provide free drinks. We can also accommodate English. You can enjoy the garden in all seasons, but especially in May when the roses are in full bloom and you can enjoy the wonderful fragrance. You can also have tea in the garden. Japanese and Western style breakfasts are included. You can choose either, but please book the day before. You can enjoy plenty of naturally grown vegetables. [I have a food and beverage license]

A　rustic Japanese village getaway

Experience a stay in a traditional Japanese house, tucked inside the forested mountains of the Yoshino Valley. This converted farmhouse is located in Kawakami Village, the source of the Yoshino/Kino river. The house sits just above an idyllic swimming spot, perfect for families to enjoy the cool, clear waters Guests will have the full property to themselves, which includes a handmade cedar bathtub with views across the river. There is also outdoor space to enjoy barbecuing under the stars.

Near Koyasan／Workspace

Japan's tiny home in Koyaguchi offers two guest rooms, ideal for up to 3 guests, with a minimum of one group per day. An additional fee applies for three or more people. Accessible via JR station with a Japan Rail Pass, it features a kitchen for self-catering and indoor bicycle storage. It’s an 8-minute drive to Natural Onsen Yunosato and a 6-minute walk to Koyaguchinoyu public bathhouse. Directions are available in the guidebook. Please save it to your favorites for easy access.

Traditional Japanese House near Okunoin Cemetery

【Traditional Japanese House near Okunoin Cemetery (12 min walk)】 • Entire private house – complete privacy • Easy access to Okunoin morning, day, and night • Recommended route: Sunrise Viewpoint → Shojingu Ceremony → Morning Prayers • Morning: Peaceful forests and sacred atmosphere in morning mist • Daytime: Explore samurai graves and ancient cedar trees • Night: Enjoy the magical atmosphere of Okunoin lit by lanterns • Free parking • Bicycle rental for efficient exploration

Modernist cabin in the midst of a sacred mountain

When travelling in India, I had a dream to open Koyasan’s first guesthouse. After 10 years of welcoming travellers from around the world, I wanted a new challenge and created SANRO, a beautiful little hideaway for your stay. With years of experience welcoming and providing tours for travellers, you don't even need to do advanced research about Koyasan. Feel free to leave everything to me–I am happy to help enrich your stay as your town concierge!

Living Museum of Traditional Japanese Architecture

Experience a living museum of traditional Japanese architecture. Curated by a master architect who selects timber directly from mountains, this historic residence is our Cochi Stay—a space merging 1,300-year-old techniques with modern comfort amidst scenic rice fields. Explore nearby temples or cycle mountain paths. For stays of 3+ nights, visit our 115-year-old design office—a sanctuary of natural wood reflecting the soul of Japanese woodcraft.

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.