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Tsutaya Tokinoyado Kazari
closeExperience the finest of Japan's signature hospitality, offered in the serene and captivating Tsutaya Tokinoyado Kazari, a unique stay at the foothill of the sacred Mount Kiso Ontake along the Nakasendo Trail near Kiso-Fukushima. Choose from sauna suites, Japanese-style, or Standard rooms, each designed for restful seclusion. At 1,200 meters, this inn provides sweeping views of Mt. Kiso Ontake by day and a starlit sky by night. Some rooms even feature terraces with open-air baths and saunas, adding a luxurious touch to the traditional Japanese ambiance. The culinary experience here is nothing short of extraordinary, with Chef Tadamichi creating dishes from fresh, mountain-sourced ingredients and Shinshu's finest. Rejuvenate in the Kiso Ontake Hot Springs, where communal baths soothe the body and mind. Unwind at the Spa Terrace Room with a tent sauna, cold plunge, and open-air bath. Embrace moments of camaraderie at the picnic bar, take in the majestic views from the terrace, explore the Kazezato forest, and lose yourself in the magic of the starry night sky.
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KisoExperience the finest of Japan's signature hospitality, offered in the serene and captivating Tsutaya Tokinoyado Kazari, a unique stay at the foothill of the ...+ MoreFrom A$895.00View Details
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Hoshinoya Karuizawa
closeHOSHINOYA Karuizawa embodies the unparalleled fusion of nature and contemporary luxury, presenting a traditional ryokan with a distinctive Western accent and exceptional hospitality. Dipped in the heart of a lush rainforest at the foot of a mountain and flanked by the Yukawa River, this resort is a nature-centric sanctuary. Across 77 chic villas & pavilions lining the Yukawa River banks, guests enjoy views of the natural surroundings from floor-to-ceiling windows, alongside amenities such as Wi-Fi, geothermal heating, bathtub, separate WC, air purifier, and minibar. The Kasuke, a Japanese restaurant, delights your palates with mind-blowing cuisines, including the Kaiseki and Sonmin Shokudo 7-course meal, while in-room dining and nearby restaurants are available for more. Unwind at Tanada Terrace, the hotel's charming garden, to savour mountain cuisines, visit the Forest-side Cafe/Bar for stunning cocktails, embark on a nature tour, and ride horses to make your stay memorable. When it's time to relax, the outdoor and indoor hot spring bath of Tombo-no-yu, including meditation pools and unique body treatments at the spa villa, convey guests to heights of pleasurable repose amid sensational whispers of natural sounds and dazzling visuals of the scenery. There is a library lounge for readers, a traditional open-air tea room, a meeting room, and a children's playhouse for indulgences. Explore the great outdoors on your own to see areas such as Shiraito Falls, Mount Asama, and the nearby Harunire Terrace shopping complex.
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KaruizawaHOSHINOYA Karuizawa embodies the unparalleled fusion of nature and contemporary luxury, presenting a traditional ryokan with a distinctive Western accent and exceptional hospitality. Dipped ...+ MoreFrom A$1,800.00View Details
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Janu Tokyo
closeEscape to an Eden-like haven and experience the charms of Tokyo at Janu, the city's latest flagship retreat, where exquisite comfort and luxury define its living spaces. Nestled in the heart of the new Azabudai Hills neighbourhood, the hotel lures every luxury traveller in Tokyo with 122 light-filled rooms and suites designed by the prestigious Jean-Michel Gathy of Denniston and they offer views of the cityscape from floor-to-ceiling windows. The interior of these living spaces is cosy and stunning, equipped to an exquisite taste with luxury amenities such as Toto toilets with heated seats, bathrooms with rain showers and bathtubs, private balconies, and king or twin beds. Guests are treated to diverse local and international culinary delights across 8 elegant restaurants and bars, where meals and drinks are downed in soulful ambiences. With wellness at the core of the hotel's intention for guests beyond comfort, its gym room is one of the biggest in the city, with a 25-metre light-filled indoor pool for guests to enjoy a sensational dip after sweating it out at the gym. Private spa houses, treatment rooms, and hydrotherapy areas allow guests to renew their body's youthfulness, elevate body-mind-soul synergy, and ease stress. Owing to its location in the core of a bustling neighbourhood, guests can always explore Tokyo's magnificent sights, sounds, and cuisines right from their doorsteps.
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TokyoEscape to an Eden-like haven and experience the charms of Tokyo at Janu, the city's latest flagship retreat, where exquisite comfort and luxury define ...+ MoreFrom A$2,300.00View Details
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Matsumoto Jujo
closeExperience the glorious sounds, sights, rhythm, and beauty of the Asama Onsen district at Matsumoto Jujo Hotel, where warmth and prime hospitality are hallmarks. Carefully laid in a strategic part of the city, the retreat is a short distance from landmarks and fascinating attractions such as the Matsumoto Alps Park, Timepiece Museum, Castle, and Airport. Once here, guests have accommodation options in 38 rooms and suites split across two hotels with views of the city and mountains. All options are outfitted with a walk-in shower, hot tub, separate toilet, fridge, coffee maker, satellite TV, and some with air-conditioning. Two on-site restaurants cater to the gastronomic affairs of guests, offering Japanese and international cuisines on the principle of contentment rather than opulence. On the outdoors, guests can feel the city’s unique vibe by dining and lounging at the hotel’s two off-site cafes. Away from in-room luxuries and amenities, recline at the hotel’s garden area for an airy relaxation or at the sun terrace for city views, while the bar and lounge is a soothing atmosphere for meeting new acquaintances over a glass of wine or two. Feel renewed and vitalised in soul and body with sessions at the spa centre, where various massages and treatments pamper your body to wellness and pleasure. Venture into the city to explore its charms, marvelling at the Matsumoto Castle and going back in time at the timepiece museum, among other attractions.
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MatsumotoExperience the glorious sounds, sights, rhythm, and beauty of the Asama Onsen district at Matsumoto Jujo Hotel, where warmth and prime hospitality are hallmarks. ...+ MoreFrom A$500.00View Details
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HOSHINOYA Okinawa
closeSecure your spot in a world of bliss, tranquillity, and luxury hospitality at Hoshinoya Okinawa, a magnificent beachfront resort facing the East China Sea. This mini paradise in Yomitan village, near Naha City, pampers guests with kingly hospitality across 100 rooms split into villas and suites with crystal ocean views and unlimited access to the beach. Amenities and features of rooms include indoor patios, private pools (oceanfront Villa), Wi-Fi, bathtubs, separate WCs, toilets, minibars, room wear, and black-out curtains. Spanning three restaurants, including a cafe/lounge, guests are treated to a sumptuous array of gastronomic indulgences featuring a Sicilian breakfast and in-room dining options. When it's time to relax and recreate, the hotel's swimming pool is a spectacular spot for dips, designed to blend with the sea seamlessly. Several seats are positioned around the shallow area for resting, while daybeds by the pool set the stage for cosy naps. The beach beckons all guests to explore its soft white sands and swim in the overlapping turquoise-blue waters. At the Okinawa Spa, guests can relax tense nerves and sleep better through delicate massages. A dedicated playroom is also available for kids. Beyond the hotel's hard-to-forget ambience, Yomitan Village, nearby Naha, and Okinawa offer a dazzling world of attractions for sightseeing and adventures. These include Shurijo Castle Park, Sefa-utaki sacred site, and Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium.
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okinawaSecure your spot in a world of bliss, tranquillity, and luxury hospitality at Hoshinoya Okinawa, a magnificent beachfront resort facing the East China Sea. ...+ MoreFrom A$3,110.00View Details
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Sowaka Kyoto
closeSubscribe to an experience of charming hospitality, tranquillity, and well-being at Sowaka, a remodelled ryokan in Kyoto, where everything, including its name, exudes happiness. Nestled between Gion and Yasaka, this new retreat displays nostalgic charm and contemporary elegance within its green courtyards and stately rooms. Guests will find cosy comfort across 23 rooms and suites in its main and annexe buildings, lavishly adorned with local interior decor accents while featuring amenities such as air-conditioning, minibars, king & queen beds, refrigerators, ensuite bathrooms with bathtubs and showers, Wi-Fi, and some rooms with open-air baths. The La Bombance Gion restaurant lies at the heart of gastronomic affairs in the ryokan, dishing out stunning Japanese fares created from freshly plucked regional produce. A well-stocked bar ensures guests can quench their thirst with fine cocktails and exotic drinks, while the lobby lounge is for socialising, relaxing, and thumbing through its book collection with a cocktail in hand. Feel the gentle breeze of Kyoto trigger goosebumps on your skin on the rooftop balcony as you admire the scenery of Kyoto. A Japanese garden is within the hotel's confines to explore and admire its flora, and when in the mood to relax like royalty, soak in one of the open-air bathtubs. Venture outside your door to explore numerous attractions, with the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kiyomizudera Temple as a foremost, must-visit destination.
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KyotoSubscribe to an experience of charming hospitality, tranquillity, and well-being at Sowaka, a remodelled ryokan in Kyoto, where everything, including its name, exudes happiness. ...+ MoreFrom A$2,200.00View Details
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Hoshino Resorts KAI Matsumoto
closeWitness the undiluted thrill, bliss, and essence of Japanese hospitality at Kai Matsumoto, a luxury hot spring ryokan where ancient craftsmanship blends with contemporary design. Nestled in the magnificent mountainous Matsumoto City, this exquisite haven for relaxation offers guests 26 traditional Japanese-style rooms, with 15 featuring a private outdoor hot spring bath. Each room is tastefully furnished and equipped with features and amenities such as an ensuite bathroom, captivating artwork, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, tatami mat, refrigerator, air purifier, safe, and hairdryer. Relish the stunning tastes of Japanese cuisine at the hotel's restaurant, where meals are expertly crafted from fresh local ingredients and served on the multi-course Kaseiki dining menu. Guests seeking an ultimate relaxation experience that feels otherworldly can spend time in any of the outdoor hot spring baths fed with natural spring water from the iconic Asama Hot Springs. A sauna experience and various massage therapies at the spa are alternatives to relaxing better here. Every evening, guests can unwind at the Yuagari Lounge, savouring tasty drinks and socialising. The big lounge at the cavernous lobby also offers classical or jazz musical concerts, featuring regional wines from the Shinzu bar and snacks as guests immerse in the musical heritage of Matsumoto. The city is yours to explore, with the Matsumoto Castle, Asama Hot Springs, and the Alps within walking distance.
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NaganoWitness the undiluted thrill, bliss, and essence of Japanese hospitality at Kai Matsumoto, a luxury hot spring ryokan where ancient craftsmanship blends with contemporary ...+ MoreFrom A$1,100.00View Details
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Hotel Ridge, Naruto
closeNature sets the tone as the refreshing sea breeze fuses with the harmonious melodies of diverse creatures, all playing out against the backdrop of the luxurious Hotel Ridge—a gem in nature's nest. Nestled in a verdant forest of 70,000 tsubos, with the rolling billows of the Seto Inland Sea nearby, this magical retreat offers only 9 guest rooms in Western, Extravagant, and Japanese styles. Rooms are outfitted with modern amenities such as refrigerators, indoor baths, LCD TVs, Wi-Fi, washlets, and expansive windows that offer sweeping views of the islands in the Seto Inland Sea, the highly acclaimed Naruto Ohashi Bridge, and scenic vistas of Setonaikai National Park. The culinary expressions here revolve around Japanese delights, featuring Kaiseki dinner paired with ridge wine and Japanese sake, offered in the Banriso diner. A California Cuisine Restaurant is also on-site for Western and French fares, and the Ridge Bar serves exotic cocktails. Wellness in the thalassotherapy technique tags along with enchanting views as it is offered in a chic spa space overlooking the Naruto Strait. Leverage your free time to embark on a cruise to see the magnificent Naruto Whirlpools, one of the three largest in the world near the property. Alternatively, relax in the cultural heritage center of the retreat at the Mitsui Suishoen Annex behind the dining bar.
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Naruto, TokushimaNature sets the tone as the refreshing sea breeze fuses with the harmonious melodies of diverse creatures, all playing out against the backdrop of ...+ MoreFrom A$1,500.00View Details
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NIPPONIA Chichibu
closeNestled in the tranquil heart of Saitama, NIPPONIA Chichibu redefines luxury with its exquisite blend of traditional charm and modern elegance. This boutique retreat invites guests to step into a world where time slows down, and every detail is meticulously curated. Surrounded by the serene beauty of Chichibu's lush landscapes, the property showcases stylishly restored historic buildings, offering an intimate connection to Japan's rich cultural heritage. Whether indulging in the refined artistry of local cuisine or unwinding within the timeless serenity of its accommodations, NIPPONIA Chichibu promises an evocative escape, where sophistication and serenity harmoniously intertwine.
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ChichibuNestled in the tranquil heart of Saitama, NIPPONIA Chichibu redefines luxury with its exquisite blend of traditional charm and modern elegance. This boutique retreat ...+ MoreFrom A$500.00View Details
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TANIYA, Takayama
closeTANIYA, Takayama is an unique stay in the Japan Alps. Resonate with the cultural and ingenious carpentry narrative of the Kusakabe Family that has survived since the 17th century at Tanida-Hida, a rustic and elegant lodge adjacent to the family's residence. A stay at this century-old inn assures you of absolute intimacy with the historic and cultural allure of Hida Takayama whilst enjoying the graceful aura and warmth of the Kusakabe Family Residence. Seek shelter in any of the Japanese or Western-style rooms within the first and second floors, featuring wooden roofs and pillars sandwiched by Hida clay walls, while tatami floor mats and handmade paper finishings make up the interior overall accent. Utilise in-room features such as Wi-Fi services, towels, minibars, all-hinoki bathtubs, air purifiers, humidifiers, in-room safe boxes, bedclothes, and cooking utensils. Relish a delectable Japanese cuisine at the Doma - a spacious earthen floor space with a vaulted ceiling and different beam orientations showcasing the grand artistry of skilled carpenters. Relax in the Japanese tea room with a hot cup of tea or recline outdoors in the soul-serene garden courtyard sprinkled with maple trees. The Kusakabe Family Residence which is also a Folks Craft Museum, serves as a private lounge for guests. Lay back on its soothing light-filled ambiance and enjoy a sweet sensational passage into a realm of unhurried calm. Embark on a wondrous nature pilgrimage into the woods and forests of the Hida region to be gripped by the magnificence of Japan's oldest yew tree and an ambiance sanctified by the mountain air.
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TakayamaTANIYA, Takayama is an unique stay in the Japan Alps. Resonate with the cultural and ingenious carpentry narrative of the Kusakabe Family that has ...+ MoreFrom A$1,700.00View Details
