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.

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.

Glamping facility

A villa in a vacation-home style built on a beachfront overlooking 'Kouri Island.'All eight villas are equipped with private, inviting lukewarm pools and jacuzzis.Enjoy a unique vacation-home experience, different from a hotel, while gazing at scenery that feels connected to the ocean to your heart's content.

Second Ise Road: 25 minutes by car from Toba South/Shiraki IC, approximately 11 minutes by car from Kintetsu Ugata Station

About 40 minutes by car from the Shimanto Chuo IC on the Kochi Expressway. A hidden hot spring offering a breathtaking view where you can see both the mouth of the Shimanto River and the Pacific Ocean. A campsite surrounded by the great nature of Shimanto, with options including auto camping, free camping, cottages, and glamping.Pets are welcome to join you. All cottages and glamping facilities are equipped with self-catering amenities for BBQ and more. Recommended for family or couple stays. ■ Natural Hot Springs Relax in the open-air bath with water directly from the source, and rejuvenate your body while enjoying the spectacular view of the Shimanto River and the Pacific Ocean at the same time. The water quality is sodium-calcium chloride spring. It is said to be effective for neuralgia, muscle pain, and fatigue recovery. [Usage Hours] 15:00–22:00, 6:30–9:30 *Regarding private family baths, they are available for guests using the glamping or accommodation buildings and can be used on a time-limited basis (50 minutes). You can reserve your preferred time during check-in on the same day (first-come, first-served). Please note that advance reservations are not accepted.

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.

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.

Located in the heart of Madarao Kogen, it is an 8-minute walk (1 minute by car) from the entrance of Madarao Kogen Hotel and Madarao Kogen Ski Resort.A Tyrolean-style wooden pension situated within the Chikuma Plateau Pension Village.Nestled among forests of birch and oak, the property offers beautiful natural surroundings that change with the seasons.Various birds and small animals visit throughout the year.The accommodation includes a total of 10 rooms, each equipped with three beds.All rooms are equipped with shared bathroom and toilet facilities.There are two shared baths, one accommodating up to five people and another for two to three people.Guests wishing to enjoy hot springs are referred to the nearby 'Madarao no Yu'.During the ski season, enjoy a comfortable snow life with Swedish-made central heating for hot water supply.Meals are served in the dining room, which has a seating capacity of 28.Adjacent to the dining room is a lounge where guests can enjoy TV, a piano, and various games.Free WiFi is available in all rooms throughout the facility.There is a shuttle service to the ski resort and from the bus terminal at Madarao Kogen Hotel.Parking is available for 10 vehicles free of charge.During the winter season, many inbound guests create an international atmosphere.It also serves as the office for 'Madarao Jazz' and 'Hometown Choir Exchange Meeting', related to music activities.

Grand opening in August 2023. A marine leisure facility with ocean views in every room. The sea is right in front of you!After enjoying the sea, savor our renowned BBQ while admiring the breathtaking view.

【2F-A】1K, 42 square meters, accommodates up to 4 guests!Enjoy the owner's pride—an ocean view right in front of Higashie Beach. 【2F-B】1LDK, 60 square meters, accommodates up to 6 guests!Experience an exceptional ocean view in a simple yet functional family room for your comfort! 【1F】4LDK, 151 square meters—large-sized condominium!Accommodates up to 10 guests!The room is equipped with a kitchen and separate bath & toilet!A Japanese-style room is also available, ensuring small children can stay comfortably. A beachfront, big-size condo accommodating up to 20 guests when renting the entire building!

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.

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 petite hotel surrounded by nature, nestled at the foot of the Yatsugatake Mountains.A hotel with only four spacious rooms, making it feel like your own private villa. The dining area is surrounded by solid logs, and the spacious guest rooms are equipped with tiled bathrooms, washlet toilets, and sinks in every room. Every room is equipped with a private wooden deck.

Located five minutes to the sea. Right in front of it is the Hasunuma Seaside Park which spreads out for four kilometers along the seashore and has many recreational facilities. In summer, the bathing beach and pools are close by. The home-made Western course meal is popular. The inside of the building is clean, and the 24 hour artificial mineral hot spring bath can be chartered.

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.

A stylish petit hotel which stands in a great location, at just 7 minutes by car to Kamogawa Seaworld. It is comfortably located on a hill in a natural park and has a splendid view of the ocean. Conveniently nearby are a viewing platform and bathing beach.

A total of 4 rooms (2 twin rooms and 2 triple rooms). Up to 14 guests can stay with extra beds (please consult in advance via email, etc.). All rooms are equipped with air conditioning. Wi-Fi is available in all rooms. All rooms have a bathroom and toilet. All rooms include a TV, refrigerator, sofa, chairs, and a desk for working. A microwave is available in the shared hallway on the second floor.