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Amane Resort Gahama: A Beppu Seaside Onsen Oasis With Traditional Japanese Soul

Mention Shoningahama and you’d likely draw blank stares from even seasoned travelers in Japan. But…

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4 Onsen Near Tokyo for the Ultimate Yukimi-Buro (Snow-View Bathing) Experience

“The train came out of the long tunnel into the snow country. The earth lay…

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Visit Japan’s Amami Islands for Turquoise Ocean, Unique Hotels & Shaman Culture

The lesser-known neighbor of Okinawa, the Amami archipelago is situated at Kyushu’s southernmost point and…

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The beach at Fusaki Beach Resort in Okinawa

Bask in Luxury at Okinawa’s Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas

When I heard that Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas in Ishigaki, Okinawa was opening…

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11 Top Japan Hotels: Traditional Ryokan, Onsen Retreats & Arty Resorts from Hokkaido to Kyoto

Planning a trip around Japan and wondering where to stay along the way? We always…

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Head to British Hills in Fukushima Prefecture for Tea and Scones and All Things British

It seems impossible that a two-hour trip from Tokyo Station could place us directly in…

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Bespoke Hotel Shinsaibashi: New Osaka Hotel Focuses on Culture and Creativity

Inspired by Osaka’s vibrant culture and community of musicians and visual artists, Nest Hotel Japan…

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Hokkaido

Hakodate Onuma Tsuruga Resort Epuy

Situated about 27km away from Hakodate airport, this resort is…

Karaksa Hotel Sapporo

This inner-city hotel based in Sapporo, Hokkaido, opened in January…

Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Resort Spa Mizu no Uta

Situated in Chitose, Hokkaido (about 30km from Sapporo), this world-class…

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Tohoku

Choueikan Ryokan Iwate

Surround yourself with Iwate’s breathtaking beauty at Choueikan ryokan. Whether…

Chikusenso Mt. Zao Onsen Resort & Spa

Found at the foot of Mt. Zao in Miyagi Prefecture,…

Hotel Jogakura

Situated close to ski destination Mt. Hakkoda in Aomori Prefecture,…

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Kanto

Trunk Hotel Tokyo

Trunk (Hotel)

Trunk Hotel is a creative spot and breath of fresh…

Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu

With some of the most gorgeous views of Yokohama's harbor…

Scapes The Suite Kanagawa

Neighbor to the more crowded Kamakura, Hayama is a top…

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Chubu

Tateshina Kaoru Kaze

Escape the city with a trip to Nagano’s highlands at…

Japanese Cultural Heritage Ochiairo Murakami

For a truly traditional and luxurious Japanese experience, stay at…

UAN Kanazawa Hotel Lounge Tokyo Weekender

UAN Kanazawa Hotel

UAN Kanazawa hotel opened in December 2017 in Kanazawa, Ishikawa…

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Kansai

Katsuura Gyoen

How about a quick getaway to a UNESCO World Heritage…

Sasayama Castle Town Hotel Nipponia

Sasayama is an old castle town that was established in…

Daiwa Royal Hotel Grande Kyoto

Open in June 2018, this hotel is just a five-minute…

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Shikoku

Nanoyada Hotel Iya Onsen

For a truly hidden gem, look no further than Nanoyado…

Yamatoya Honten

Immerse yourself in traditional Japanese style living at this beautifully…

Auberge Tosayama

Surrounded by greenery and water, Auberge Tosayama is a true…

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Chugoku

Ryokan Hakkei

Ryokan Hakkei is like a home away from home, except…

Okutsuso Ryokan

Okutsuso Ryokan boasts a rare hot spring known as the kagi-yu…

Ryori Ryokan Tsurugata

Once a prosperous town thanks to its strategic position on a river…

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Kyushu

Loisir Spa Tower Naha

One of the best experiences at Loisir Spa Tower Naha…

Hotel Shiroyama

Standing 108 meters above sea level, Hotel Shiroyama offers some…

Art Hotel Ishigakijima

Planning an Okinawa getaway? Art Hotel Ishigakijima (previously Nikko Yaeyama Hotel) is…

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