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Hotel Saginoyu is located in the Kamisuwa Onsen district of Suwa City, just 160 metres from Lake Suwa and a short walk from Katakura Hall and the Suwa City Art Museum. The 3-star hotel has received very good user ratings for its location and overall experience.
The hotel has 55 guestrooms, each equipped with a refrigerator, cable television, private bathroom with shower, complimentary toiletries, bidets, a phone, a safe, and a desk. Guests can enjoy the hotel's hot springs and spa tub, as well as complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, coffee/tea in a common area, a restaurant, a bar, room service, and free parking.

This family-friendly guesthouse is excellently located in Kyoto, an eight-minute walk from Kyoto Station and one minute from Higashi Hongan-ji Temple, offering easy access to shopping at Yodobashi Camera and Isetan.
The establishment features spacious 12-tatami-mat rooms (or combined 6-mat rooms) accommodating up to six guests, complete with modern amenities including air conditioning, a shared cafe serving espresso and Ceylon tea, and room service.

Matsumoto Ryokan is conveniently located near Kyoto Station, just a short walk from Kyoto Tower and Higashi Hongan-ji Temple, making it a great base for exploring the city. The ryokan has received very good user ratings, with excellent scores for location and cleanliness.
The ryokan offers both Western-style rooms and traditional Japanese-style rooms with tatami flooring and futon bedding. Guests can enjoy amenities including a swimming pool, spa, and garden, as well as free Wi-Fi and on-site dining.

Senpokaku Ryokan, in Toba, offers panoramic views of Toba City and Ise Bay, a 15-minute walk (approximately 1.5km) from Mikimoto Pearl Island and Toba Aquarium, and a 20-minute drive (approximately 12km) from Edo Wonderland Ise.
This Japanese-style inn provides private bathrooms in all rooms, featuring tatami flooring and futon beds, plus year-round access to indoor and outdoor hot spring baths overlooking Ise Bay, a seasonal outdoor pool (July-August), and on-site amenities including a tea lounge, souvenir shop, and small library.

Takumian, a renovated Showa-era house in Numazu-shi's small fishing port, boasts direct Toda Bay views and is just 20 metres from the beach.
This two-bedroom, one-bathroom holiday home sleeps eight, offering a large 80-inch 4K home theatre, BBQ facilities, outdoor shower, free laundry, and rentals of bicycles and electric kickboards for exploring the area.

Kokumin Shukusha Marine Terrace Ashiya is located in Ashiya Machi, a short walk from Ashiyagama no Sato Village and within easy reach of other attractions, including Okanominato Shrine and Mizumaki-town Historical Museum. The hotel has received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
This traditional Japanese inn offers a range of amenities, including a swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and spa. Guests can also enjoy stunning sea views from the terrace, relax in the public and open-air baths, and dine at the on-site restaurant.

Riverside Hotel Karatsu Castle, in Karatsu City, offers convenient access to Karatsu Castle and is situated approximately 43 kilometres from Fukuoka and 35 kilometres from Saga.
This single-bedroom Japanese inn provides air conditioning, a fridge, and parking, with breakfast available upon request (2 days' notice required), and is close to coastal activities.

Kannawaso is situated in Beppu, a 5.3-kilometre drive from Beppu Station and 26 kilometres from Oita Bank Dome, offering convenient access to the city's key attractions.
This traditional Japanese inn features a private on-site hot spring bath, a public bath, a 12 square metre bedroom, and a flat-screen TV for guest enjoyment.

Miyama Ouan Kyoritsu Resort is situated in the Hida Mountains, a 3-minute drive from Hirayu Onsen bus stop and a 60-minute drive from JR Takayama Station. This highly rated inn receives excellent reviews for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
The traditional Japanese inn offers rooms with wooden furnishings and tatami flooring. Guests can enjoy both indoor and outdoor public baths, as well as cozy private family baths, all featuring stunning natural vistas.

This charming property is situated in Hida Takayama Onsen, a short walk from Shiroyama Park, Nakabashi Bridge, and Takayama Jinya, with the Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area and Takayama Traditional Culture and Crafts Square within 10 minutes. This makes it ideal for exploring the historic heart of Takayama.
The house has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, spanning 90 square metres and accommodating up to five guests. It offers a fully equipped kitchen, a balcony with views, a garden, and free Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Takeda Castle Ruins, in Asago, Hyogo Prefecture, offer spectacular views described as "Japan's Machu Picchu", overlooking a historic castle town a short distance from the renovated Kimura Sake Brewery inn.
This luxurious 13-room hotel, housed within a 400-year-old former sake brewery, features a Meiji-era main house, storehouse, and detached building, offering fine dining with local ingredients and a tranquil escape.

YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed is located 15 kilometres from Hakone-Yumoto Station, near a geothermal area with numerous hot springs, offering a tranquil retreat in the heart of Hakone. This establishment has received very good user ratings for cleanliness and a good rating for its location.
The ryokan provides a comfortable stay with one bedroom and one bathroom, offering 25 square metres of space and accommodating up to nine guests. The accommodation features a range of amenities, including a private open-air onsen, an indoor play area, a children's playground, an outdoor fireplace, a picnic area, a terrace, a garden, a restaurant, room service, a mini-market, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heating, and parking.