Gifu | Wanosato
Wanosato is located in the heart of Gifu prefecture, close to Hida-Takayama. The name 'Takayama' means 'tall mountain'. There's something magical about taking the train through the mountains of Hida-Takayama and catering your first glimpse of the Wanosato's quaint and majestic 160 year-old minka (house of the people) with 'Gassho-zukuri' roof construction, which literally means 'praying hands style'.
Tucked away in the forest, a short walk from the main building are the minka with their lichen-covered thatched roof and earthen walls, camouflaging them into a backdrop of a tale from old Japan. The love of nature instilled by Japan's religious beliefs, an abundance of forests has lead Wanosato to become a well-known hot spring destination and nature retreat.
Wanosato is relatively young compared to its architecture, but it defies its youth with its preserved heritage, great taste, creativity and friendliness of its staff. The atmosphere inside the centuries-old minka is intriguing; exposed wood beams, comfortable futon and fine linen, hardwood floors, a mix of eclectic elements, unique furniture, all result in an establishment with lots of character.
Expect to indulge in Wansato's local foods including 'sansai'(mountain vegetables), 'wasakana' (river fish) as well as Hida beef and locally distilled sake. Hidden are the rewards in this exquisite escape into natural beauty and discovery. During your stay you'll enjoy gracious accommodations, deliciously healthy and deservedly honored Wanosato cuisine with unlimited fresh mountain air.
Aichi | Associa Nagoya
Often regarded as one of the 18 best hotels in Japan, we are ideally located in the heart of the city, easily accessible from the Central Japan International Airport. Served by a wide array of transportation network, it is right above 11 floors of JR Takashimaya Dept Store and 2 floors of gourmet outlets. Our own 9 outstanding restaurants and 18 function rooms are a stand-alone state-of-the-art convention center (total of 4,schedule m)! We have the largest, luxuriously-appointed guest rooms in Nagoya, featuring high-speed internet-access and panoramic views in all its 774 regular rooms, Concierge rooms and suites. It is no wonder that this is the most popular and convenient hotel for both business and leisure visitors! Come experience our unmatched hospitality!
Shizuoka | Shuzenji Asaba
A peaceful environment wrapped in a festive atmosphere.
A special experience which will make you feel fulfilled.
Pass some soothing moments in Shuzenji, a place which has come from eternity.
About 510 years ago, an ancestor ASABA Yakuro Yukitada visited here in order to found a temple of Shuzenji Soto sect. As a temple keeper, Shuzenji ASABA was a guesthouse kept by a temple in front of the gate. Since then, ASABA has been inherited by a family line. In Shuzenji mountain valley, we are giving guests a hearty welcome with hot springs, curtains of trees, murmuring of a stream, and Birdcalls.