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Home in Yakushima Kumage District
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviewsSouth Coast House Entire self contained home/貸切別荘
Probably our favourite stay ever! Mike and Keiko even helped us with our car rental. Couldn’t recommend this place more, everything was perfect!
Home in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 336 reviewsBEST GION LOCATION, LUXURY, QUIET VACATION RENTAL
This house is so beautiful. The craftsmanship of the original and renovations is amazing, it’s well appointed and thoughtfully prepared. It’s hard to believe a place so close to busy Gion is this peaceful and serene. Close to bus stops including one direct to Kyoto station. Can’t recommend it enough!
Home in Shibuya-ku
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 327 reviewsPippin's Inn - hygge home with cats - Shibuya
Most comfortable bedd in an airbnb I've ever slept on. Pippin and Pixel were adorable. Pixel is very shy but I got to give her a singular pet before she ran away. Both very sweet cats. Adorable place. Had everything i needed. Ushka is so kind as is her husband. Great stay!
Home in Shiraoi-chō, Shiraoi-gun
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 512 reviewsAkari-senizumi Natural Onsen/Noboribetsu/Shiraoi
this is one of my best stay i encounted in japan. The house is luxurious and the surrounding is quiet and peaceful, while the onsen attached with it is a cherry on top of the cake. Perfect for those who wanna a relaxing trip. Host is very friendly and proactive too, will defenately book again if im visiting hokkaido in the future.
Home in 奄美市
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 271 reviews5 seconds to the beach, 20 mins drive from the☆ airport,☆ 3 months away☆ Amami Beach House
Amami Beach House is a wonderful place. The location directly on the beach is unique and the view from the balcony is fantastic. It is very quiet and you can only hear the sea and the crickets. The house is tiptop clean and everything is very thoughtful and tastefully decorated. Very good kitchen equipment. Great is also the possibility to use snorkel sets. Masayo was always available and gave us good tips. We felt very comfortable and would have liked to stay longer. Thank you so much for letting us stay in this lovely cottage. Anka
Home in Awaji
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviewsRelax and heal in an entire house on a hill with a view of the sea. [enone Enon]
We had a relaxing stay in a nice house with a white tone. We also had a view of the sea and had an extraordinary space. Thank you.
Home in 飛騨市古川町殿町
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 330 reviewsIORI SETOGAWA【Luxury Antique house with Sauna】
This place was the highlight of our family trip. Located on a quiet street near a small stream with Koi fish only 8 min walk to the train station. We rented a car so had to park five minutes away by foot. Restaurants all nearby. The place is amazing for relaxing after exploring the region. Sauna, 2 bath tubs, and the open design downstairs were impressive. The refrigerator was stocked with goodies and drinks, which was a nice touch. A delicious Breakfast was delivered every morning. As others have said, the stairs upstairs are steep and if you are older or have children you have to be careful. Highly recommended!
Home in 下田市
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 354 reviewsIrita-hama Beach
My husband and I stayed here for 4 nights in early October, the view from the deck was stunning and we spent a lot of time out there admiring the ocean. We unfortunately were definitely there in the off season as most of the nearby restaurants/cafes were closed, but did manage to enjoy some pizza next door one of the afternoons. As a result we utilized the kitchen and made several meals at the Airbnb instead of going into town. Going into town was easy though, there is a bus stop about a 7 min walk away that comes fairly regularly which we used a couple times and would definitely utilize to go further afield next time as we did not rent a car. Because it was the off season, the beach was very quiet which was absolutely lovely. Nakao was a responsive and helpful host.
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Hut in Osaka City
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 296 reviewsTraditional house of Japan. Near the station.
Amazing stay! I would definitely come back to visit and stay at this awesome home! Close to station and dontonbori/namba area! A lot to do and loved the experience! Awesome hosts definitely recommend
Cabin in Nagano
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 407 reviewsElegant, secluded cabin for couples & families
We had a wonderful stay at Matt and Maya’s cabin and our only complaint is that it was too short a stay! We had such a lovely time and my kids really loved staying in a log cabin. The autumn foliage around was beautiful. The best part of our stay, however, was the help that Matt gave us. We had a last minute glitch in our travel plans but Matt helped us navigate it beautifully and even helped us with pre booking a taxi. We are super grateful to him!! Look forward to coming back again sometime. Thanks Matt and Maya!!
Hut in 鎌倉
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 628 reviews1 house in Kamakura Private house near the sea (pet-friendly) stay&relaxation Relaxation Salon
Comfortable typical traditional Japanese house with all the facilities needed. Kensuke was very helpful. We enjoyed our stay there.
Cabin in Nanjo-city Tamagusuku
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 556 reviewsBrother house
Koji and Mari’s place is located in a beautiful, quiet part of Okinawa and is close to lovely beaches (with not many people!) and great cafes and restaurants either walking distance or a short drive. The home had everything we needed for our week long stay and it was very relaxing and quiet. Koji was extremely helpful with local recommendations and tips that we were grateful for! The cat is very cute too. Thanks for having us!
Hut in Nara
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviewsNishimura Residence Hanare - 100 years old house rental private kitchen & dining
The hut exceeded my expectations. It is a beautiful setting in an authentic Japanese style. All the facilities and amenities were great. The location is excellent, in easy walking distance to all the attractions on either side. Yuta is super friendly and helpful, and a huge plus is his amazing cooking skills with breakfast! I highly recommend the Hanare Hut... it is fantastic value for mo ey.
Cottage in Urasoe-shi
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviewsjacuzzi, sauna, pool, 1 house rent with Prius α
I stayed with my family of four, and it was clean, stylish, and very wonderful.It was also conveniently located just around the corner. I only stayed for two nights this time, but I would like to stay for about a week if I have the opportunity.The owner, Sammy, was also very nice and I had a fulfilling stay.Thank you for your time.
Bungalow in Ōsaka-shi
5 out of 5 average rating, 256 reviews【Shukuhonjin gamo】120㎡★100y Machiya★Delicate Yard
We stayed at four air bnb’s on our Japan trip and this was by far our favorite place. We loved the traditional feel, the amazing bath, and the kitchen was equipped with everything we needed including tableware for our kids. Location is close to metro and grocery making it convenient. Host was kind and gave clear instructions. Wished we stayed longer and highly recommend.
Tiny home in Nanjo
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews19800㎡ garden. Sea side house in forest
I came here with expectations of a rather remote cabin house in the middle of the jungle with a kitty that lives just outside of it. But when I arrived, I was completely blown away with the amazing jungle resort atmosphere. Tho it is in a remote part of the island, everything you might need is here. From lunch places, tea houses, high end dinner (hotel right next door), beach activities, biking trail, spa, garden, etc. I really wished we have a longer stay. If I knew that there are so much stuff to do, I would’ve booked more than three nights. I can go on and on about the facilities however, the best part of this accommodation is the people that runs it. Kenyou-san, the manager of the place is a dream host. He is the most hospitable and cheerful host. Everything in the accommodation was well thought of. From the aroma diffuser, extension wire, electric bike, washer and dryer facilities. It was an absolute pleasure to stay here. There is a really lovely kitty in the cafe.
Your guide to Japan
Welcome to Japan
Whether you’re new to Japan or you’ve traveled here many times, this country of 430 inhabited islands will unveil a new facet at every turn. You can take in the lakes and shrines surrounding Mount Fuji, the brilliant building-high signs of Osaka, the ancient temples of Kyoto, and the avant-garde architecture on remote Naoshima Island. Tokyo is a feast for urban aesthetes, with globally chic design stores, fashion boutiques, and cocktail bars, while the dramatic gorges and vapor-wrapped volcanos of Hokkaido’s national parks will thrill lovers of the outdoors.
It’s hard not to make Japanese cuisine a cornerstone of your visit, whether you’re sampling your way through regional styles of ramen or honoring the season’s most evocative ingredients with an elegant kaiseki meal. The twin assets of Japanese hospitality and the country’s well-designed infrastructure make it easy to experience Japan’s many delights, traveling between megacities and remote coastal villages.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Japan
Though it’s hard to make generalizations about an archipelago that stretches 1,900 miles, Japan is generally considered to have a temperate subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers, cool but mild winters, and a distinct spring and fall. The farther from Tokyo you travel, of course, the more you’ll want to consult local conditions. The climate in the snowy northern island of Hokkaido — where winter temperatures dip below freezing for a month or two — can be quite different from that of semi-tropical Okinawa in the south, where humid 90-degree summer days are the norm. On the main island of Honshu, spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) are the most comfortable, not to mention the most popular times to visit. The landscape is at its most expressive then, especially during Japan’s famed cherry-blossom season in late March and early April. If you are traveling to Japan in late summer, monitor the weather reports for tropical cyclones blowing in from the Pacific Ocean, and keep in mind, September and October are the height of the country’s rain season, so bring waterproof outerwear as well as indoor plans.
Top things to do in Japan
Kyoto’s Higashiyama District
As the imperial seat for more than a millennium, Kyoto has preserved hundreds of stunning temples, palaces, gardens, and of course, the legendary geisha districts. The historic Higashiyama District is one of the most atmospheric corners in this tradition-minded city, and you can spend hours wandering down narrow streets lined with wood-frame houses and centuries-old artisan shops, darting into side streets to peek in small shrines, before visiting the 1,200-year-old Kiyomizudera temple, with its terrace overlooking downtown. Higashiyama shines brightest during the 10-day Hanatoro festival in March, when thousands of paper lanterns appear.
Hiking in the Japanese Alps
Seventy percent of Japan’s landmass is covered in mountain ranges, which curve along the entire sweep of the archipelago. One of the most glorious spots in the northern Japanese Alps is the 673-square-mile Chūbu-Sangaku National Park, located between Toyama and Nagano, 150 miles northwest of Tokyo. In the summer, you can hike along the Azusa river at Kamikochi, seek out the hot springs around Okuhida, or if you’re an experienced mountaineer, trek from mountain hut to mountain hut (make reservations beforehand). In winter, skiers and snowboarders make pilgrimages to the resorts at Hakuba.
Island-Hopping in Okinawa
If you don’t think of traveling to Japan for sublime beach time, you’ve never visited the Okinawan archipelago at the southern end of Japan. Using Okinawa City as your base, you can take ferries or short flights to reach some of its 160 far-flung islands. Go snorkeling in the clear turquoise waters surrounding Tokashiki Island, where clownfish and butterfly fish dart among the coral reefs. Loll on the powdery white-sand beaches of Hateruma Island. Wander around historic houses with tiled roofs and sculptures on Taketomi Island. Everywhere you go, you can sample Okinawa’s distinctive Ryukyuan cuisine, which incorporates influences from China and southeast Asia.
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