20 Unique Hotels in Japan

Aerbin Sports Park is a huge sports accommodation facility, once owned by a Japanese private school.

Forest Village is an outdoor complex located in the middle of a beautiful spacious park.

The open-air ”flying stone bath” is made from a large stone that has been hollowed out and has a great location with a panoramic view of Mount Kintokiyama and Mount Sounzan. The ”rolling stone bath” in the annex surrounded by trees is also popular. Western style home cooking can be enjoyed at dinner.

NEW OPEN in July 2024! Karuizawa-style luxury villa hotel (4 buildings) BBQ, bonfires, and open-air forest baths in a beautiful and private moss garden Conveniently located 1km from Hoshino Onsen, with on-site parking and EV charging. Located in the popular Hoshino area of ​​Karuizawa, the "Karuizawa Morishiki VILLA" hotel is a villa (3 buildings) that blends into the nature of Karuizawa, surrounded by greenery, light, and wind. In the forest filled with the warmth of wood, it feels like you've returned to your own Karuizawa villa. In a space based on Nordic vintage furniture, you can experience a lifestyle unique to Karuizawa, as if you were spending time in a traditional villa area, while feeling the extraordinary with a beautiful and private moss garden, LE LABO bath amenities from the highest quality fragrance brand, a kitchen/washing machine, and more. Enjoy a relaxing holiday or anniversary trip in Karuizawa with your family and friends.

A paradise accessible by bridge, Sesoko Island. Sesoko Island, a beautiful remote island accessible by car from Motobu Town, Okinawa Prefecture. A luxurious 200 square meter private villa nestled on a vast 600 square meter property, offering an extraordinary escape that soothes the soul. A unique healing space where Bali and Okinawa intertwine. Ryukyu limestone and Jakarta bamboo, integrated throughout the villa, enhance the beauty of this tropical resort. Experience a special moment where Bali's refined luxury harmonizes with Okinawa's tranquil atmosphere. A luxurious experience made possible by renting out the entire villa. Enjoy a spacious setting for BBQ parties with family or friends, or indulge in the luxury of doing nothing. A stylish 40-tatami living room surrounded by Asian-inspired designs and natural stone, brimming with a sense of openness. The three bedrooms maintain a comfortable sense of space, while the living-dining area is arranged in a way that allows you to feel connected with your companions. Additionally, enjoy a blissful relaxation time in the 12-tatami loft with Ryukyu-style mats or on the second-floor terrace, where a pleasant breeze flows. Spend special moments with your loved ones.

A private Asian resort villa available for exclusive use, covering approximately 900 tsubo of land.Features include 5 bedrooms, an open-air bath, sauna, 15m indoor pool, stone spa, BBQ garden, garden theater, trampoline, and more.Enjoy an extraordinary space unified with furniture directly imported from Bali.Accommodates up to 20 people and includes breakfast (self-service).Self-catering and BBQ are possible, with numerous luxurious meal options available.Includes draft beer dispensers and firepit experiences, allowing you to enjoy outdoor activities comfortably year-round.Pets are welcome, and various requests can be flexibly accommodated.Perfect for family trips, group vacations, or corporate retreats.Experience a luxurious private space and enjoy a moment of indulgence away from everyday life.

Koshikano Onsen is one of the Kirishima Onsen villages, boasting some of Japan's finest hot springs with naturally gushing sources.It is popular as a 'beauty-enhancing bath,' and you can enjoy various types of baths, including open-air baths and indoor baths.In addition to inns where all rooms feature natural hot spring flow, you can also enjoy glamping accommodations with open-air baths in every room.*Please note there is no large communal bath.

Pumpkin is a small pension with four rooms located in Hakuba Misorano.Meals are vegan dishes prepared using organic vegetables and additive-free ingredients as much as possible to welcome guests.During the ski season, shuttle bus stops for Happo Ski Resort, 47, and Goryu Ski Resort are conveniently located within a two-minute walk, and a convenience store is also near the shuttle bus stop.A large supermarket with a coin laundry is just a 10-minute walk away, making shopping convenient.The building has two small baths available for use in turn.There is a ski storage area where you can dry your wear and shoes.Free WiFi is available throughout the premises.The entire building is non-smoking, and parties are not permitted.Our motto is to provide a quiet and relaxing stay. Enjoy the delicious water, clean air, and magnificent mountains as you experience extraordinary moments and create unforgettable memories.

A glamping facility located on Shibukawa Beach in Tamano City, Okayama Prefecture.You can enjoy the vast sky and the blue sea with all your senses, and the eight tents offer a panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea.Refresh yourself in the original barrel sauna and enjoy barbecue with the sound of the waves as background music.Additionally, the kitchen & bar serves local craft beer.The tents are equipped with air conditioning for a comfortable stay, offering a hassle-free glamping experience.

La Casita Kouri is located in the northern part of Okinawa Prefecture, between Tinu Beach with its heart-shaped rock and Tokei Beach with its potholes, on the northern side of Kouri Island, which is connected to the main island of Okinawa by the Kouri Bridge. We welcome one group of guests per day. The rooms are designed in a multicultural natural & relaxing resort hotel style, using an abundance of natural materials, and feature a panoramic view room that offers over 180-degree views, including an open-air bath (jacuzzi) with a stunning view of the East China Sea.Guests can enjoy views of Izena Island, Iheya Island, and the northern part of the main island floating on the East China Sea, as well as the limestone formations, pandanus trees, and sago palms unique to the Ryukyu Islands on Kouri Island. On clear nights, you can also marvel at a star-filled sky. Our staff are always on-site and available to assist you as needed. Please feel free to reach out to us. ■ Free Wi-Fi ■ Free washer with dryer functionality (Laundry detergent, laundry nets, and hangers are provided) ■ Safe ■ USB outlets We have prepared this for you.

This is a condominium with an entire second floor available for rent, featuring a café on the first floor. From the spacious living-dining area with an island kitchen, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the ocean right in front of you, and stepping out onto the balcony, you can feel the sea close by. The two bedrooms are equipped with one double bed and four single beds, each with its own private balcony. When used by six guests, the sofa in the living room can also be used as a semi-double bed. Detergents and shampoos are organic, and there are free rentals of strollers and baby baths, making it safe and convenient for guests with children. Within walking distance, you’ll find a beach, park, sugarcane fields, diving shops, relaxation spots, gift shops, liquor stores, restaurants, cafés, diners, izakayas, chinsuko confectionery shops, pottery workshops, fishing spots, snorkeling points, and more, offering a blend of nature, community, and unique local shops. Enjoy a stay that feels like living in a seaside village. ※ Towels and bedding will be provided according to the number of guests in your reservation.(Children sharing beds are not included.)

Reusable containers, geothermal resource power generation, amenities aimed at eliminating plastic—an Ecology initiative friendly to nature (Earth) with a focus on SDGs. The spacious container house is equipped with a natural hot spring-fed semi-open-air bath and sauna.Meals include BBQ on the open terrace and a unique jigoku-mushi (hell-steaming) breakfast experience.

A small inn with only four rooms operated by a farm.It is located in a rural area.There are no luxurious facilities, but the inn offers beautiful views of mountains and vineyards.Breakfast features plenty of fresh, organic vegetables harvested from the farm.

An auberge for adults located at the foot of Mount Tateshina.The authentic French cuisine, meticulously crafted by the owner, makes extensive use of carefully selected ingredients from Shinshu.It offers a rich and fulfilling experience in both quality and quantity.Spend your holiday while gazing at the beautiful seasonal landscapes of Lake Megami.

A small inn with 7 rooms. Please spend a relaxing holiday to your heart's content at our quiet inn surrounded by mountains. Our hotel has double bedrooms for couples, solo travelers, surfing trips, and business travelers, and Japanese-style rooms for family trips with babies and children, university circles, and groups. (8 tatami mats, 7 tatami mats, 6 tatami mats) Microwave and water server are free to use. It is safe to make milk etc. Instant coffee, sugar, milk, and tea are available in the pot corner, so you can drink them whenever you like. Amenities prepared in the room include bath towels, face towels, and toothbrushes. In the case of consecutive nights, we will prepare a change in front of your room the next day. We do not enter the room for maintenance. Each room has a portable cold storage, so you are free to bring snacks and drinks into your room. *Please refrain from having parties in your room. Please come to heal your usual fatigue.

A spacious log cabin with the warmth of wood ★ Relaxing 7 guest rooms!Wi-Fi and shared kitchen available!Check-in is at the adjacent main Pension Meteor (dogs can accompany guests to the log hotel only during summer).

Alcohol and drinks, mainly sake from Nagano Prefecture. Classical music concerts, illuminations, champagne service, and even night bonfires. Enjoy nature to the fullest and feel elegant. GLAMPROOK is an all-inclusive style. There are no additional charges. The twin dome tents, with separate living rooms and bedrooms, come in two types: Lakeside View, which allows you to enjoy the view of Lake Reisenji, and Mountain View, which overlooks the mountains of the Five Peaks of Hokushin. There are four different types of domes in the executive suite area. These rooms are unique, with a focus on furniture and interior design, including the world’s first triple dome tent and a spacious single dome, each named after a furniture designer. For dinner, we will serve a course meal produced by FARM AKIRA’s owner chef, Akira Watanabe. Chef Akira Watanabe is known as the “evangelist of the fields” who continues to pursue the best ingredients, and is the leading figure who made the dish “Bagna Cauda” known to the world. Escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and spend an unforgettable day at GLAMPROOK.

The blue sea spreading out before your eyes, the green sea brimming with trees, and a breathtakingly moving view. Let yourself go with the flow of time. Weave your story at 'Hotel Condominium Tsuchihana Tsuchihana.' To let you enjoy a relaxed private time, we offer an exclusive one-floor-per-group style. The liberating deep blue sea offers changing scenery from morning to evening for your enjoyment. In the one-floor-per-group condominium, You can cook in a home-like kitchen featuring three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and enjoy party time. For a moment of relaxation, enjoy pizza and coffee at the Tsuchihana Tsuchihana Café Gallery. Create your own pottery at the pottery workshop. 'Hotel Condominium Tsuchihana Tsuchihana' offers you a stay that feels like living there. Okinawa's Onna Village, gaining attention for resort weddings. This hotel offers a perfect location for wedding photos.Additionally, the adjacent pottery workshop allows couples to create their own commemorative 'piece' as a lifelong memory.

A small pension located at the border of Nagano Prefecture and Yamanashi Prefecture, in Shinshu, Yatsugatake, and Fujimi Highland. We are well-regarded for our homemade meals, desserts, and cozy, homey atmosphere. We also accept orders for special desserts for anniversaries and take-home cakes. Please be sure to contact us when making a reservation, preferably at least one week before your stay. Convenient access to local facilities such as Fujimi Kogen Resort and Fujimi Panorama Resort. There are plenty of activities unique to Yatsugatake, including mountain climbing, nature walks, visits to art and history museums, hot spring tours, stargazing, skiing, golfing, paragliding, mountain biking, and more. Feel free to ask us about what interests you or what you'd like to try. All guest rooms are Western-style.They are equipped with skylights, highly praised for stargazing. Equipped with a bed, washroom, toilet with bidet, TV, air conditioner, and free Wi-Fi. There are also rooms with floor heating to keep you warm and comfortable in winter.

A cozy atmosphere at a trustworthy, long-established pension.Enjoy winter skiing and outdoor sports during the green season.