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You will be renting the entire Edo period doso.Relax in a hideaway near a convenience store.
We renovated a two-story storehouse built in the Edo period and made it into a guest house. Although it is not spacious, a kitchen with an IH cooking heater is installed on the first floor, while maintaining the atmosphere of a storehouse with its earthen walls and thick beams. The first and second floors are equipped with air conditioning for a comfortable stay. You can experience the sound insulation, summer coolness, and winter warmth unique to a storehouse. If you like, you can enjoy coffee made with freshly ground beans. Sister-gawa Onsen and Ibuki Yakuza-Yu are about 15 minutes away by car. We can provide you with a ticket for Sankawa Onsen (cheaper than the regular price). Please contact us about pick-up and drop-off. There are many tourist spots unique to Nagahama, which has often been the stage of history. Hikone Castle, a National Treasure, Toyotomi Hideyoshi's Nagahama Castle, the birthplace of Ishida Mitsunari, one of Japan's leading mountain castles, Otaki, the site of the battle, and others. It is also less than 20 minutes by car to the Sekigahara Battlefield. In addition to the area around Lake Biwa, there are plenty of non-historical attractions such as Japan's oldest railway station building, Nagahama Railway Square, the Yanmar Museum where children can play, and Kurobane Square. You can also enjoy gourmet food such as Omi beef, duck cuisine, grilled mackerel somen, noodles, salad bread, duck, and small ayu.

[3 futons for rent] 8 minutes on foot from Nagahama Station/small children can stay
[Relaxing moments in a historic townhouse] 8 minutes on foot from JR Nagahama Station. This is a charming guest house that has been carefully renovated in a 140-year-old townhouse.You can spend a little time away from everyday life in a nostalgic and calm atmosphere. All bedding is futon, so small children can use it with peace of mind. This accommodation has no landlord or other users.You can enjoy the luxury of having the entire house to yourself. [For workation or time with friends] On the first floor, there is a dirt floor and a shared space, and we have a quiet space where you can concentrate on reading, work, and study. We can prepare up to 3 futons in the Japanese-style room, so children sleeping with their parents can stay at no extra cost. It is 45 minutes by car from Grand Snow Okuibuki, and access is good.It is also recommended as a base for ski trips. <Room configuration> 1st floor Japanese-style room (maximum 3 people) [Parking for 2 cars and indoor bicycle storage available] Parking is free for up to 2 cars. Bicycles can be stored in the spacious indoor dirt floor.Cyclists can also use it with peace of mind.

10 minutes by car to Hakoan-yama, rural landscape detached rental, Ran Sikari
View of Takenobu Island, Mt. Ibuki, and Mt. Hakodate In this countryside Away from excessive things and information We wanted you to have a peaceful time without being close. I hear frogs and birds singing Winter is a silver world At night, there are few lights around. The moon and starry sky are beautiful It's also a great environment for creative activities and ideas. Skateboarding in the garden on sunny days The time to brew your coffee with a sense of calmness It's irreplaceable Nearby Lake Biwa is thanks to spring water. You can swim in the summer with high clarity Where the water is delicious, there is good alcohol. We offer recommended local sake. In winter, it is close to Hakodateyama ski resort. Throughout the year, you can feel close to nature and the four seasons. Metasekoia trees 15-minute drive from Roadside Station It's an old-fashioned rural landscape like a little time from Kyoto. Enjoy your stay To help you feel this climate We encourage you to stay at least 2 nights * Because it is rural, it is very inconvenient without a car.If you use the train, we recommend renting a car near Makino Station.

[Barrel Sauna Available (Paid)] Modern-style Ancient House Rental/Up to 8 People/Roofed Terrace Available/Tent Sauna Available
Welcome to [3Re: KEITA]! From a house without personality to a house with personality We remade an old house that had been left without any features. Re Origine (reuse what you can, don't destroy more than necessary) Re Make (reuse waste materials and give them new life) Re Meaning (Don't let them tell you there's nothing in the countryside) Based on the concept of the 3 Re's, we strive to create new value while cherishing rural roots. The concept of this facility is not just to renovate, but to remake while preserving the good qualities of old houses, to redefine their value, and to make them modern and comfortable. The facility is located at the foot of Mt. Ibuki in Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture. Enjoy a relaxing time feeling the blessings of the mountains and nature to your heart's content. We also rent BBQ grills and tent saunas, so you can enjoy an extraordinary experience while feeling at one with nature. * We may not be able to provide a tent sauna depending on availability. Please note that we are only able to lend it free of charge, and even if it cannot be used, we cannot change the amount.

[Kokoro] Entire building * Popular with groups * Long-term welcome * 20-minute drive to ski resort * 1 hour from Kyoto * 10-minute walk to Lake Biwa
This is a private lodging [Kokoro in the middle of the lake]. It will be a private house for one group per day, where you can feel the rich nature of Shiga Prefecture and enjoy rural life. It can accommodate up to 10 people in a nice, calm, old-fashioned space. Please relax with your family and friends. About 1 hour by car from downtown Kyoto, about 20 minutes by bus from Azumikawa Station on the JR Kusai Line, about 10 minutes by taxi. It is popular with overseas customers, families, and groups. A BBQ set is also available for rent. BBQ equipment is available for a fee, so please let us know. Free parking on premises. Up to 3 regular cars can be parked. For large vehicles, it may be difficult to accommodate 3, so please contact us in advance. If you consult with us in advance, we can also lend it for a fee. There are also plenty of outdoor facilities in the surrounding area, so please use it as a base for activities. Please also use it as a base for cycling in Lake Biwa. We also post information about nearby tourist spots and facilities on social media. Instagram @kokoro_shiga.takashima

[15% off for consecutive nights] Up to 8 people/wood stove available/ideal for group travel, family travel, and girls' gatherings!
Between ◇Lake Biwa and Mt. Hakoan◇ "Green View Lodge" is a log cabin in the Kosei region of Shiga Prefecture. Forget the hustle and bustle of the city in a cabin surrounded by nature and have time to ourselves?The warmth of the wood stove creates a soothing space and encourages relaxation.Recommended for those who want to relax in a spacious space surrounded by stylish decor.The large kitchen is also a fun memory to cook and eat together.On the wooden deck, you can barbecue or gaze at the starry sky.Perfect for girls' clubs and group trips! The ◎room has AC, WiFi, TV (Netflix available), BBQ stove (weber), Fully equipped with Bluetooth-enabled mini compos, washer-dryer, coffee maker, and anything else you need to make your stay comfortable. The ◎surrounding area is easily accessible by car, and there are many sightseeing spots such as Hakodateyama Ski Resort, Lake Biwa, Makino Plateau, Metasequoia Trees, Shirage Shrine, Kutsuki Valley, and Kumagawa-juku. There are also several hot spring facilities in ◎Takashima City.Please refer to the guidebook.

Pets welcome!Lake Biwa Arigatou House in Omihachiman is perfect for a workcation where you can stay like you live there
This is a 10-minute walk from JR Omihachiko Station and an 8-minute walk to the nearest Biwako no Hama. You can see Lake Biwa from the building. Pets are also welcome! You can enjoy local life without worrying about inns, hotels, or group glamping accommodations. Fiber optic internet, Wi-Fi available throughout the house, play room, work desk, large TV with terrestrial and on-demand channels. Enjoy life on Lake Biwa with your loved ones and pets, from a few nights to a longer stay. The floor on the ground floor is completely dirt-free and is maintained only with edible oil, so it is safe for both people and pets. As an infection and hygiene measure, all rooms! are equipped with ventilation fans (Lossnai) that can ventilate with the outdoors and plasma cluster air conditioners, with many fans and circulators, and air purifiers with ozone sterilizers, and even a Roomba on each floor.

Cozy Barn Stay|Bonfire・BBQ・Lake Biwa | Long Stay
Naya House – Cozy barn life. Relax, unwind, enjoy. Enjoy a cozy, long stay with special discounts! Stay up to 25 hours – no extra charge. Discounts for 2+ night stays. A 100-year-old barn renovated into a cozy guesthouse. 1F: Café-style space. 2F: Spacious room. Modern kitchen, bathroom, and shower. Free BBQ tools – bring your own food. 8-min walk from Omi-Maiko Station. Lake Biwa is a 10-min walk. Enjoy swimming, water sports, or relax by the fire. Near Kyoto. Easy access. Relax in nature.

Kyoto13min/4ppl/WideKing Bed/3minStation/Lake Area
Our place is in Ishiyama,just 13 min from Kyoto and 50 min from Osaka. It’s a peaceful town near the southern tip of Lake Biwa, with rivers, nature, and history. You can enjoy quiet stays away from the busy city, explore Ishiyama-dera Temple, or go cycling along the lakeside. Try amazing Omi Beef, one of Japan’s top 3 wagyu! Walk by the Seta River, relax in nature, and visit nearby spots like MIHO Museum, Hikone Castle and more. The room has warm lighting and a 240cm-wide bed for perfect rest.

Haruya Guesthouse
Our guesthouse is in a beautiful mountain village, near to it are pristine forests with beech trees and an ancient mountain path that was used to carry sea products from Japan sea to Kyoto in old days. In front of the guesthouse runs a stream that is a source of Lake Biwa and its water is crystal clear ; in early summer nights many fireflies fly over the stream. In winter, we have a lot of snow ; sometimes it reaches 2 meters from the ground! On clear nights you can enjoy the sky full of stars.

Spacious house with garden, facing a local shrine
To ensure you enjoy the stay to the fullest, I set check-in and check-out time to both 12:00 Noon. So you can stay up for 24 hours with one night booking. YAMANOTE HOUSE is accessible from major Kansai stations with 37min from Kyoto Sta. or 65min from Osaka Sta. If you come by car from Kyoto it takes less than 1 hour. The area aournd the house is once small castle town. The house is located next to the Shrine, Hiyoshi-Jinja, where the Omizo Festival is held on May 3 and 4 every year.

1group per day Private use Guesthouse Kakurekura
The building is a 70-year-old Japanse oldfashoined storehouse built in the middle of a rural landscape. It is located in an area rich in this local asset (nature), or to put it another way, in a place where there is nothing but this local asset. It may be inconvenient if you "live" here every day, but if you "stay" as you live, it should be comfortable. This guesthouse is a place where you can enjoy a little time away from the digital world and "create your own time".
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