Looking for original accommodations in Tokyo? In the heart of Asakusa, Stay SAKURA Tokyo Asakusa Yokozuna Hotel offers guests a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the world of sumo wrestling. Formerly a sumo training stable called Kokonoe-beya, this hotel retains much of its original structure and authentic details, blending traditional Japanese culture with modern comforts.

In the modern world of perfectly controlled sake brewing, Tsuchida Sake Brewery aims to reintroduce traditional variables to create unique and complex flavors with sake brewing methods of the past.

Once a retreat for the lords of Aizu, this postcard-perfect ryokan offers the warm hospitality of Aizu culture even in the snows of winter.

Step inside the beautiful and traditional Shorinkaku, a Japanese inn offering an immersive and peaceful experience.

Spelunkers can plunge nearly a kilometer into the depths of Irimizu Limestone Cave to discover incredible formations that have been hidden underground for thousands of years.

At Shougaku-ji, a 15th-century Soto Zen temple nestled in the forests of Hanno, visitors can experience an overnight retreat that delves into the calmness of zazen meditation and the gentle discipline of temple life.

Experience a temple lodging that invites you to embrace quiet reflection and mindful living. TEMPLESTAY ZENSŌ offers a distinctive refuge for visitors where Zen principles and Buddhist traditions shape every detail, earning it the Special Award at the 2025 Japan Travel Awards.

History lovers will delight in this charming display of Japanese life in the 1950s. The Showa Natsukashikan is located on the second floor of COTT'N CLUB AIZU, an antique store that faces the historic Nanokamachi Street, a popular spot for walking around and shopping in downtown Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture. The Aizuwakamatsu area is known for its rich samurai history, but for those looking for something a little different, the Showa Natsukashikan may be just the place!

Visit a museum that goes beyond traditional galleries and immerses you in the natural beauty of its surroundings. Ichihara Lakeside Museum is a destination where art, nature, and community come together in perfect harmony. ©Photo by Tadashi Endo

Step into a preserved world of traditional charm in Unnojuku. Experience a retreat where classic architecture and local traditions create an unforgettable escape from modern life.

Enjoy dishes made from homegrown vegetables and wild herbs of the satoyama in this renovated farmhouse. Naya Yojo MEGURU, located in Tokorozawa City in Saitama Prefecture, is an innovative tea room that has transformed a Japanese farmhouse’barn into a unique space for dining.

Experience traditional Japanese culture while wearing contemporary Japanese art in this centuries-old district near Narita Airport.

Explore the nature of Kanto, from mountain peaks to dense forests to lush swamplands, far from the bright lights of the big city. If you are looking for a travel destination brimming with wildlife, stunning natural scenery, and tranquility, look no further than Sato-Numa. Located in Tatebayashi, Gunma Prefecture, Sato-Numa comprises five unique marshes, welcoming guests to explore the beauty of nature and learn more about this tranquil area in the heart of Kanto.

Buy local in Kumagaya City, where honey and vegetables are produced in accordance with SDG farming methods. ENDO FARM is located on the fertile banks of the Tone River, the borderline between Kumagaya City in Saitama Prefecture and Ota City in Gunma Prefecture, and offers guests a look at sustainable farming practices and stunning sunflower fields.©photo by@BIGforest914

A visit to Daioji Temple and Hitsuji Coffee in the beautiful prefecture of Tochigi will satiate your appetite for spiritual and culinary sustenance

Experience the charm of Japan’s traditional architecture and hospitality. The National Tangible Cultural Property Ryokan Matsunoya invites guests to enjoy a historical stay paired with fresh coastal cuisine.

Become a member of the Minamiboso community for a day at this school-turned-community center, where you can enjoy outdoor activities and more. A visit to Heguri Hub will take you into the foothills of Minamiboso, a seaside city on the southern end of the Boso Peninsula in Chiba. This community and culture center is situated inside the former Heguri Nursery School, which has since been revitalized to build this wonderful space for the local community and visitors to interact.

Experience how creativity blossoms and local culture comes to life in this historic community art center, and surround yourself with imagination. For travellers interested in community based art and culture, the HAJIMARI ART CENTER in Inawashiro Town, Fukushima Prefecture, is sure to enchant you. It was established in June of 2014 by Asaka Aiikuen, a social welfare corporation, as an art museum as well as a community space where people from all walks of life could come and look at and create art. The building itself is a renovated sake brewery dating back 140 years, and is now a space where people, welfare, and art come together to inspire a creative society.