20 Unique Hotels in Japan

The log house, where you can feel the warmth of natural wood, is equipped with a spacious living-dining room, a modern kitchen, a comfortable bathroom and powder room, separate bedrooms and a loft, as well as a covered wooden deck.Furnished with Scandinavian design furniture and high-quality amenities, we promise a pleasant stay. The living room is equipped with Wi-Fi audio, high-quality speakers, and a projector, and in winter, you can enjoy the cozy warmth of a pellet stove.The kitchen is fully equipped with appliances such as an IH stove, dishwasher, and microwave.The bathroom features a wide bathtub with adjustable lighting.There are two bedrooms with two single beds each, and the loft is furnished with a sofa bed, allowing you to enjoy a starry sky through the skylight. At the adjacent Yatsugatake Horse Care Ranch, you can spend time watching horses, and farm experiences are available by reservation.We also offer options such as barbecue sets, stargazing, and a selection of fine wines.Equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, it's also ideal for workations. Enjoy a special moment in a quiet space surrounded by nature.

Nestled in the nostalgic downtown of Asakusa, 'Yadoya Suzume' is an apartment hotel that combines the beauty of Japanese modern design with a heartwarming, homely atmosphere. Designed to balance relaxation and convenience, it caters to a wide range of needs, including family trips, group travels with friends, remote workers, and long-term stays. The rooms are diverse, and in a studio with a kitchen, you can enjoy cooking or light meals while immersing yourself in personal time or focusing quietly on work or study. On the other hand, in spacious rooms with a Japanese-style living room and a combined dining and bedroom, you can relax and have conversations with family or friends. Just a 10-minute walk from Asakusa Station, and with Tokyo Metro, you can directly reach popular areas like Shibuya, Ginza, Ueno, and Akihabara. It is an extremely convenient location for sightseeing, shopping, and business. Additionally, with supermarkets, convenience stores, and restaurants nearby, it is an ideal base for 'traveling as if living.' A space that combines comfort and coziness, not just a place to sleep but a 'reliable base for your journey.' Here is an inn where you can spend your time with peace of mind, just like a second home.

Deluxe Villas and some Pet Villas are equipped with private saunas, while Standard Villas feature open-air baths, providing an environment that helps you relax both physically and mentally. The private saunas, in particular, include relaxation spaces where you can lie down and are fully equipped with the highly popular infinity chairs among sauna enthusiasts.Sauna ponchos made from organic cotton and BLANC original sauna hats are available for rent at an additional charge.Both the ponchos and hats are also available for purchase at the front desk. To create a superior sleeping environment, the mattresses and duvets are from the bedding brand 'NELL'.Specialized in supporting comfortable sleep, these bedding items are designed for ease of turning over and feature high breathability to promote pleasant sleep. Recovery wear 'TENTIAL' has been adopted for room wear.Made with special fibers, it promotes blood circulation throughout the body, reducing fatigue and stiffness.It helps recover from the day's fatigue while you sleep.

A pension located at the foot of Mt. Madarao.It is a small inn with 8 guest rooms. In spring, you can gather wild vegetables; in summer, enjoy the cool highlands and marine sports at Lake Nojiri; in autumn, admire the autumn leaves; and in winter, indulge in snow sports. It is a 3-minute walk to the ski resort slopes.You can easily enjoy powder snow. All rooms are equipped with heating and air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable stay. There is one private bath available, which can be reserved per room for private use. The dining room with a vaulted ceiling features floor heating and a wood stove, offering views of seasonal landscapes through the windows. Please enjoy dinner and breakfast in the dining room. We also have a wide selection of local wines. We look forward to welcoming you.

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.

The chicly colored interior featuring overseas brand furniture invites you to enjoy a refined evening with a touch of sophistication.While enjoying a BBQ, you can gaze at the beautiful starry sky and spend an exceptional time.

One of the facilities providing accommodation inside Hakone-en. There are two kinds of cottages. You can enjoy a barbecue for dinner. There is a roofed open-air hot spring bath with a feeling of spaciouness near the center cottage.

The Senzu Restaurant is an auberge offering health-conscious Chinese medicinal cuisine in Izu. Blessed with ingredients from the mountains and sea, we have been running this inn specializing in Chinese cuisine for nearly 30 years in this area. Using ingredients from Izu, we do not use chemical seasonings or additives that are said to be unhealthy. We use organic safflower oil, which is cold-pressed and free of cholesterol and genetic modification, as well as domestically produced sesame oil and peanut oil. The dishes at Senzu Restaurant are surprisingly light on oil and do not cause indigestion. From appetizers Using plenty of locally grown vegetables from Izu, dishes like radish cakes and Sichuan-style bang bang chicken with black sesame sauce, the most popular choice among repeat visitors, the Sichuan mapo tofu made with three-year-aged doubanjiang is not extremely spicy. At the end of the course, you'll enjoy three types of original Chinese desserts. Unique to Izu, garlic-steamed spiny lobster and steamed alfonsino, we also accept additional orders for spiny lobster in chili sauce! For breakfast, Based on a secret chicken soup infused with the rich flavors of dried scallops and dried shrimp, starting with Cantonese-style congee, we serve about 8 dishes including steamed local fresh vegetables and various dim sum. We offer a Chinese course meal from Izu that suits Japanese tastes, available as part of a one-night, two-meal plan for dinner and breakfast.

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.)

Delivering awe and relaxation with the concept of 'Luxury Suite that engages all five senses with nature,' exceptional glamping. GLAMPROOK A gated golf community designed with the theme of 'coexistence with nature.' FUTTSU BRISTOL HILL Born from the resonance of shared philosophies, 'GLAMPROOK FUTTSU BRISTOL HILL.' Expansive skies, beautiful stars. The bounty of the sea and mountains, arranged by top chefs. A world resort glamping experience that engages all your senses. Here, in the Boso Peninsula, Futtsu, indulge in unprecedented luxury.

The pension was renovated through DIY and opened as a painting gallery guesthouse in 2017. The first floor consists of guest rooms, designed with the concept of a Mediterranean-style cave, with the corridor serving as a gallery. The second floor features the innovative wooden framework and high ceilings originally designed by architect Mr. Nozaki, and is used as a gallery room and restaurant. While the original facilities are old, the guesthouse is operated with the intention of upcycling.

The ultimate glamping experience overlooking the Pacific Ocean is here! Relax and enjoy a resort-like atmosphere in spacious dome tents.Spend luxurious moments accompanied by the sound of waves. Enjoy an open-air BBQ with Hokota City's proud specialty meats and vegetables. There are only two tents in total.Reserve them for your family or friends and enjoy a completely private space! Equipped with showers and toilets with bidets for your convenience. Amenities are well-stocked, allowing you to experience the extraordinary without any hassle.

Muribushi no Yado Kafu is a traditional Okinawan house over 60 years old located in the northern Yanbaru area of Okinawa Prefecture, which is rented out as a whole. Without making unnecessary alterations, we have carefully renovated areas like the bathroom and toilet to ensure they are clean and comfortable for your stay. Muribushi PLUS is a glamping facility located 500 meters uphill from Kafu, allowing you to fully enjoy the nature of Yanbaru. To provide an authentic camping experience, you will stay in proper tents rather than cottages. Despite being tents, they are equipped with air conditioning (hot and cold), refrigerators, and each tent has its own private shower room and toilet. With complimentary rentals like American BBQ grills and more, you can bring your own ingredients and enjoy a casual outdoor experience.

Fully renovated in 2022!A resort hotel with spacious rooms of 48 square meters or more, adjacent to a golf course.Equipped with a large public bath with a sauna! All rooms come with a kitchen and microwave, allowing you to bring your own food freely.Wake up to the chirping of birds in the morning! For breakfast, enjoy a traditional Japanese meal featuring local specialties from Nagano Prefecture, such as pickled Nozawana, eggs, and natto, along with carefully selected ingredients to complement white rice, seasonal grilled fish, miso soup, salad, and other nutritious items. Alternatively, choose from a selection of breads sourced from a local bakery.Indulge in a Western-style breakfast set featuring fresh salads, bacon, and rich yet light scrambled eggs that make it hard to decide where to start. Rooms available for stays with pets (small dogs)!Enjoy a relaxing stay in Karuizawa with your dog. About 1 hour from Tokyo via the Hokuriku Shinkansen (free shuttle service available from the station, reservation required at least 7 days in advance).Approximately 15 minutes by car from 'Shinano-Oiwake' Station. Free parking available (200 spaces), no reservation required. For guests arriving by car, winter tires are required from November to March.

A country hotel with a cozy, at-home atmosphere, surrounded by natural countryside, including blueberry gardens, rural landscapes, wild birds, and squirrels.About a 5-minute walk to Kiyosato Moeginomura!Enjoy country life at our facility, surrounded by flowers of the four seasons.

La Casita Kouri is located in the northern part of Okinawa Prefecture, on Kouri Island, which is connected to the main island of Okinawa by the Kouri Bridge. It is situated between Tinu Beach, home to Heart Rock, and Tokei Beach, known for its potholes, and accommodates only one group of guests per day. The rooms are designed in a natural and relaxed resort hotel style with abundant use of natural materials and feature a panoramic view room with an open-air bath (jacuzzi) offering over 180-degree views of the East China Sea.You can enjoy views of Izena Island, Iheya Island, and the northern part of Okinawa Main Island floating on the East China Sea, as well as the limestone formations of Kouri Island, landscapes preserving the ancient nature of Ryukyu such as pandanus and sago palms, and if the weather is good, a sky full of stars. Staff are on-site and will provide support when needed. Please feel free to reach out to us. ■ Free Wi-Fi ■ Free washer-dryer (Laundry detergent, laundry nets, and hangers are provided) ■ Safe ■ USB outlet We have made arrangements accordingly.

It is 10 minutes' walk from the plum grove with 3000 red and white plum trees. The rooms are chic, with wood flooring and blue-grey walls. The windows have a good view, with a sense of openness. The open-air bath, which can be reserved for private use, is highly recommended.

A cozy and homey inn situated by the shore of one of the Mikata Five Lakes, 'Suigetsu Lake.'Perfect for those who want to enjoy activities like kayaking tours on the rich natural surroundings of the sea and lakes, as well as cycling, with proximity to both the Mikata Five Lakes and Wakasa Bay.You can enjoy dishes made with ingredients from the sea and countryside of Wakasa, along with original craft beer available only at the inn.

Address: 〒894-1521 122 Shimizu, Setouchi-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture TEL: 0997-76-3901 FAX: 0997-76-3902 Access: 100 minutes by car from Amami Airport, 60 minutes by car from Naze New Port Parking: Available, 5 spaces, free Check-in: 15:00 (Latest check-in: 21:00) Check-out: 11:00 Total rooms: 6 Facility Information Lounge, non-smoking rooms, self-service coin laundry corner (free), outdoor pool, wake-up call, courier service Room Equipment and Amenities TV, internet connection (wireless LAN), electric kettle, hair dryer, comb, brush, humidifier, individual air conditioning, toilet with bidet, body soap, shampoo, rinse, conditioner, towels, bath towels *Amenities are not provided in the guest rooms. For those who wish to have the following four amenities: toothbrush set, razor, slippers, and cup, please inform the reception staff at check-in.

Midway between Wakkanai Station and Cape Soya, Pension Arumeria with its brown-toned exterior is a landmark! The sea stretches out in front of the inn, offering a panoramic view of Rishirifuji and Sakhalin. In this area rich in nature, if you're lucky, you can also see white-tailed eagles, seals, foxes, deer, and more!