Immerse yourself in 100 unique experiences and stories to enrich your trek at Byaku Narai, a historic inn that offers a unique stay along the Nakasendo Trail in the historical Narai-Juku. Designed on the central theme of 100 people, 100 experiences, and 100 accommodations, this exotic inn promises you hundreds of local experiences as you connect with 100s of people in a building over 100 years old. The experiences begin right from the comfort of 16 guest rooms spread across four distinct historic buildings. Each interior in all four categories offers a unique feel and aura, with features like open-air baths, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and refrigerator, and distinct accents like a skylight, an alcove, and a private sauna. At the Restaurant Kura, culinary indulgences highlight the unique flavours of the region from fresh ingredients sourced around the neighbouring mountains. Lighthearted moments await at the GEN lounge, a portal to experiencing the 100 stories that spice up a stay here. The Suginomori brewery and tasting bar presents eccentric wine-tasting experiences, and the Hoihoi gallery provides a deep dive into the arts and crafts heritage of the region. Relax your bodies, minds, and souls at the SAN-SEN bathing facility, where water flows from the Shinano River, the source of which is the spring mountain waters of Narai-Juku.

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Relish the true sense of hospitality, limitless luxury, soul serenity, and rejuvenation at the idyllic ambiance and stately interiors of the Rosewood Miyakojima. Ringed by the striking blueness of the Miyako Sea surrounding the island, this retreat beckons intentional vacation seekers to experience enchanting nature, embark on a journey of self-discovery, and leverage wellness treatments to relax better. Undisturbed rest and lounging come in 55 villas and 3 houses, tastefully designed in a Japanese minimalist way, with all rooms offering breathtaking views of the ocean and featuring private pools. Amenities across these living and resting spaces include spa-inspired bathrooms with deep-soaking baths, king beds, Wi-Fi, in-room televisions, coffee-making machines, and outdoor loungers facing the beach or ocean. All-day dining Restaurants cater to guests' culinary needs, featuring delicious, fresh seafood and Japanese and international fares. Step into the Asaya Spa to experience redefined wellness championed by local ingredients and traditional practices, and leverage the gym equipment at the fitness center to boost blood circulation. Enjoy downtime by strolling around the resort's landscaped, Zen-inspired gardens, and feel the ocean breeze seep into your pores while the coastal scenery melts your heart at the resort's private beach.

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Nature 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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Withdraw from all of life's hustle and bustle, and for once, pretend time doesn't exist as you find ultimate repose in the placating arms of nature at Zenagi Hotel. Nestled in the countryside and overlooking rice paddies on a hill in Kiso Valley, this hotel is a hideaway that disconnects you from realities into a realm where only peace, beauty, happiness, and mindfulness are permitted. Find all the relaxation and blissful rest you need within the three rooms of this restored 300-year-old farmhouse, where its rustic appeal blends effortlessly with contemporary elegance and amenities. All rooms are duplexes, featuring bathrooms and toilets on the ground floor and living rooms and bedrooms on the second floor, with local design accents such as urushi lacquer floors and washi paper screens. The bathrooms are chic and spacious, featuring showers and locally made cedar bathtubs facing a private zen garden. Culinary affairs are courtesy of two chefs who only know how to create cuisines that stun the taste buds from local produce. After relaxing, light up the flames of your adventurous spirit by venturing outdoors to explore trails of the samurai, go canyoning on the dazzling Kiso River gorge, bike through rice farms, and create memories to cherish with a cocktail menu of adventures.

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TANIYA, 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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Retreat into solitude and savour the tranquility at Aman Kyoto. Pristinely perched in the core of a once-forgotten secret garden, this oasis is a heavenly enclave in the heart of a 32-hectare forest. It is the perfect gateway to iconic Kyoto wonders being a stone’s throw from golden Kinkaku-ji Temple and 16 other UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is the ideal destination to find warm solace while leveraging the surrounding quietness and world-class amenities to refresh your mind, body, and soul. Accommodation is lavish in light-filled rooms, suites, and pavilions set in the woods, playing a modern ode to the antique Japanese Ryokan Inn style. More captivating is the fantastic vistas each interior space offers to the magical scenery, lush in shrubs and glorifying nature in its purest form. Wellness is a priority in Japanese culture, and the Aman Kyoto takes it up a notch with its steaming private onsen (outdoor and indoor onsen), treatment rooms, and a deluxe spa lounge. Literally taste Japanese hospitality at the Taka-An and Living Pavillion restaurants, where seasoned chefs deliver sumptuous western and local cuisines in a set menu. Explore Aman Kyoto and its surroundings, where hidden gardens set the pace for an awe-inspiring journey into the best-kept secrets of the ancient Japanese imperial capital.

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Immerse in a realm of glamping serenity and arouse your senses in the stylish playground of Hoshinoya, Fuji, a glamping resort resting on the red pine slopes gazing at Lake Kawaguchi. The iconic Mount Fuji sits elegantly afar, overlooking the resort, and glampers can access it on foot in less than 5 minutes, as they come up close to a four-century-old landmark. Austere cabins anchor on the slopes overlooking the lake and Mount Fuji beyond while providing exceptional shelter for glampers. These cabins are sanctuaries to enjoy the thrills of outdoor living with spacious balconies. They are furnished and designed minimally, featuring faint colours in their interiors to absorb light via walled glasses and, more importantly, highlight views of the lake and Mount Fuji. Savour the taste of tantalising French-inspired meal courses sourced from local ingredients in the wild. Meals feature games from the neighbouring wildlife sourced by clever hunters within the locality. Relish moments to cherish at the Cloud Terrace, which hosts several engaging activities, including snacking on luscious seasonal snacks while they last. Row your boat across the still waters of Lake Kawaguchi, ride a bicycle on the foot of Mount Fuji, explore the enthralling terrains of the expansive vegetation around Mount Fuji, exercise by stretching with durable cloth in the forest, and learn how to flavour food at the smoking workshop.

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Take on a defining journey through time in Aman Tokyo, a five-star luxury hotel perched atop the imposing Otemachi Tower in the prestigious financial district of Otamechi. This resort spans a fine yarn revealing the complex and intelligent architecture of the Japanese minimalist setting and encompassing wonders in all its glory. Relax and unwind in generously spaced rooms bedaubed with simplistic and affluent settings. Admire views of the city complex architecture as they come to life from above with iconic landmarks including the Imperial Palace Garden, the skyscrapers of Shinjuku, Mt Fuji on the horizon, and beyond, on sight from your room. Aman Tokyo’s rich culinary heritage is a true wonder to uncover. Fine dine here like nowhere else with thoughtfully curated meals offering a wide range of culinary immersion spanning across the simplicity of Italian cuisine, the exquisiteness of Japanese Edomae tradition to the artful creation of French pastry masterpieces. At Aman Tokyo, the experience is never complete without a soothing treatment at the luxury Aman Spa sprawling lights and intense spirit. A stay here, is your gateway for easy access to all points of interest in the city including Senso-ji Temple and the renowned Ginza shopping district.

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Be inundated with soul-calming tranquility at this tweaked-by-man, semi-natural wonder, Hoshinoya Kyoto. Nestled along the placid Oi River, and surrounded by verdant, prosperous forests of the Japanese Southern Alps, Hoshinoya Kyoto is a delightful collection of traditional wood-framed buildings from the 19th century that have been lovingly restored to create contemporary idyllic comfort. Peregrinate to the resort on boat, relishing the soothing breeze cleansing your mind and body as a flock of kingfishers fly downstream. This oasis boasts four pavilion types; Tsukihashi, Yamanoha, Tanigausmi and Mizozune, with expansive, commanding views of the green hills, lush vegetation and the Oi River. The pavilions declare the very essence of traditional Japanese architecture. Relax in the Savour of a Rankyo Gorge like the aristocrats of the Heian period, enjoying flavorful, sumptuous specialties organised by world-class culinarians as you victual throughout the day. Carefully curated comestibles and drinks are also available via In-Room Dining, for you, in the privacy of your pavilion. A plethora of activities awaits including summer dinners at the edge of the Oi River, elegant boating, and luxurious solo trips to the forest’s depths. The resort, a fascinating concoction with tinctures of brilliance, is focused on relaxation and appreciation of culture and nature. The Hoshinoya Kyoto is your perfect gateway to exploring the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Forest.

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At the economic nerve centre of the enchanting Japanese capital lies Hoshinoya Tokyo, an elegant five-star city oasis, awaiting your indulgence and immersion into the pure bliss it offers. Just a few minutes away from the Tokyo station and the Imperial Palace, this 17-storey imposing edifice serves as a sensational portal into an untainted Japanese experience. Hospitality and services within the walls of this traditional-cum-contemporary getaway are deeply rooted in the traditional ryokan inn culture, evident on the shoes you'll take off at the entrance. Find unhurried placidity, unmatched comfort, and ultimate relaxation in three room types – Sakura, Yuri, and Kuki on floors exclusive to guests. Interior designs echo the magnificence and finesse of Japanese architectural heritages, with rooms bearing windows hidden behind Shoji screens and lights masked in walls or paper-casing to provide mild illumination. Enjoy Japanese ingredients and cuisines beyond noodles, and experience diverse gastronomic sensations courtesy of executive chef Hamada. Indulge in several experiences within this ryokan hospitality renaissance starting with the hot spring at the rooftop. Proceed to engage in spa sessions, train with swords, participate in the traditional dance and spiritual music of Japan, and join the Japanese tea ceremony among a range of activities within. Your gateway to the bustling city of Tokyo, venture into its waterways on a Tokyo River Cruise, the old and new city of Tokyo in Rickshaw tour, and personalising it all with the Edo Meister experience.

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