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Places to stay in Japan

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Homes in Japan

Superhost
Home in Hakuba
5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Ski-in, Ski-out, 3 bedroom Cottage

JaneRating, 5 stars3 months ago
We thoroughly enjoyed staying here for three nights as travelled around Japan for our first time. The house is beautiful - comfy beds with lovely bed linen, well equipped kitchen, handy laundry with washing machine and dryer. Fantastic mountain views. We loved the area and really hope to come back one day. Would definitely recommend staying here. Daniel was very helpful when we needed to book a large early morning taxi back to Nagano Station.
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Home in Kin
5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

250sm 3大BR, 3 baths 砂浜2分walk

은지Rating, 5 stars1 month ago
I was able to enjoy a perfect trip with my family. It's clean and the facilities are good. I want to stay here for my next Okinawa trip. ^^
Superhost
Home in Niseko
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviews

Cozy and spacious Niseko home

VivianaRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Great house for our large snowboarding group! Good distance from Niseko! 10/10 stay again!
Superhost
Home in Nakagyō-ku, Kyōto-shi
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

遥華~house /Central area for couple /西院駅5分

DayoungRating, 5 stars7 months ago
this was THE BEST air bnb we ever stayed in. she was so thoughtful. not only did she give local recommendations, but also even left bandages, and shower towels, hair caps and all sorts of items just in case we needed them. she was so so kind and so lovely. I would definitely recommend to anyone else. if I'm back in Kyoto I would love to stay here again
Superhost
Home in Sumida City
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviews

Sky Tree Stay Hotel, 4-minute walk from Keisei Hikifune Station, detached house with parking, very convenient location

RamonaRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
We arrived really early and needed to leave our luggage at airbnb before our check in time and our host was very accommodating.
Superhost
Home in Shinjuku City
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Hygienicwatersupply/1 station to Shinjuku/5 min.

MaryannRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
We had a lovely stay. The Accomodation was really comfortable, the apartment very well equipped and well presented. It had everything you need and it felt like Yume had paid great attention to detail and was really invested in making anyone’s stay comfortable. It felt fresh, clean and very well maintained. It is within very easy walking distance to the station and a 7-Eleven, bakery and restaurants. The neighbourhood has a nice feel to it too. The stairs are steep inside the apartment but that is standard for Japan. The apartment is very spacious by Japanese standards. All in all a very good stay. Thank you.
Superhost
Home in Minamiashigara
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 316 reviews

Near Hakone-Romantic Canadian House

SevanRating, 5 stars3 days ago
We spent 3 weeks in Japan. 4 days at Kevin's home. By far my favourite place. It's so unique, peaceful, spacious and quirky. I wish we had spent longer here. Kevin was very helpful and super responsive to any questions.
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Home in Kyoto
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

四季の宿~New house Well located next to Kyoto Sta.

tammyRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
We loved our stay. The house was very clean and comfortable for our family. The location was great. Close to shops and restaurants and a short walk to the local and JR train stations. The area wasn’t very touristy so we felt like locals! Express train ride from Yamashina station into Kyoto was easy.

Apartments in Japan

Superhost
Apartment in Hakuba
5 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews

Big Bear Apartments 3, Studio Apartment, Hakuba

JuliusRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Apartment was fully furnished with everything a traveller needs. Room has floor heating, dishwasher, an easy to operate kitchen and a smart tv. Would definitely recommend to others.
Superhost
Apartment in 福岡市中央区
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews

N501 SUPER CONVENIENT IN TENJIN AREA

LaurieRating, 5 stars1 week ago
I had a great stay at this AirBnb in Fukuoka! The location was fantastic, being only a few minutes from one of the exits of Tenjin-Minami subway station. There were multiple convenience stores in the vicinity of the apartment. It was located in a peaceful area, which was at the same time close to the bustling part of town with all the local eateries and stores. The host was friendly and responsive, providing me with a great local Izakaya suggestion that was one of the highlights of our stay. The room was exactly how it looks in the pictures, with great facilities and amenities. If I’m ever in Fukuoka again, I will definitely stay again.
Superhost
Apartment in Sumida City
4.67 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Room 102, 3 min to Oshiage Station, 3 min to Skytree Solamachi, direct access to Asakusa, Shibuya, free wi-fi

ShyneRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Meika's place is easy to find and very conveniently located to Tokyo Skytree. Lots of restaurant options. The apartment is also very clean and private so there is no noise from the road. One thing to note the check in is pretty late and check out is early at 10am. Would be great to move check out to 11am. I would recommend this apartment.
Guest favorite
Apartment in Osaka
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews

3units sets_1min Namba station! Great access

Joyce CarolineRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Jessica’s place is so clean and spacious. It’s very accessible to the train and near Dotonbori. Jessica as a host is very quick to respond and responds very well. Definitely recommend checking out this place.
Top guest favorite
Apartment in Chuo Ward, Sapporo
5 out of 5 average rating, 44 reviews

33rd floor, good view, jet bath, max 3 people

Rating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Emikoさんの宿は、すすきののビル街から歩いて10分くらいの場所にあって、アクセスも良く便利でした! 33階のお部屋からの眺めがとにかく最高で、夜景も楽しめました。 お部屋も静かで落ち着いていて、ゆっくりくつろげました。 清潔で過ごしやすく、気持ちのいい滞在ができました。 札幌に来るときは、またぜひ泊まりたいです! Emiko’s place is just about a 10-minute walk from the Susukino area, so the location was super convenient! The view from the 33rd floor was amazing, especially the night view—it really added to the experience. The room was quiet, relaxing, and very clean, which made our stay super comfortable. We had a great time and would definitely love to stay here again when we come back to Sapporo!
Top guest favorite
Apartment in Nakano City
5 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

5 stops 11 minutes direct to Shinjuku/1 min walk to convenience store and drugstore/easy access to major attractions and business centers in Tokyo/maximum 4 people (A2)

HarmonieRating, 5 stars5 days ago
It was our first time ever in Tokyo and we had a great stay. Everything is as described, the Numabuchuro station is 6min away by foot, and they are convenience stores and restaurants around. The place is very close to Harry Potter world. The hosts are very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. Definitely recommend the place you won’t be disappointed.
Guest favorite
Apartment in Musashino
5 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

2024 Newly Built Apartment 40 ㎡/5 Stations to Shibuya/3 Stations to Shinjuku/14-minute walk to the nearest station/4 people can stay (2 bedrooms)

HanaRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
This was a great stay! It can be cramped with 4 people but we made it work and was extremely accessible. I would definitely recommend staying here as it’s close to everything but away from the bustle of the city!
Superhost
Apartment in Suginami City
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Tranquil Apt near JR Line 8 Minutes to Shinjuku

EmilyRating, 5 stars2 months ago
the location was amazing! it had everything we needed from conbinis to restaurants to a dryer. it is not far to walk to the station as well. the place is quite small actually but it fits 2 people. won’t be able to open 2 huge luggages at once though.

Other great vacation rentals in Japan

Superhost
Villa in Koto City
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 147 reviews

[Small Hotel, House of Trees, 42 sqm] 2nd floor, 3 minutes from Morishita station, maximum 5 people, Machiya-style wooden house for rent on one floor

WorachanRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Very beautiful building. Active response from owner. Location is ideal.
Superhost
Apartment in Naha
5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

【302】国際通り近く! Stay in 那覇

SanamiRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
It's close to Kokusai-dori and Makishi Public Market, but it's an area that retains Naha's good old atmosphere The building and rooms are new and clean It is right in front of Noren Ichiba Market, which is convenient for eating, drinking, and shopping. It's a short walk to Yui Rail Station, but it's just a short walk to the convenient Kainan bus stop Convenience stores, banks, post offices, etc. are also within a 2-minute walk The host's check-in and check-out support is quick This is an inn that I definitely want to visit again
Guest favorite
Apartment in Itabashi City
5 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

① 3-minute walk from the station, up to 4 people/Ikebukuro/Shinjuku/Shibuya/Harajuku/Ginza/Yokohama/Kawagoe/Tokyo's largest Don Quijote and Great Buddha of Tokyo

SteveRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
The stay with Kiyo was fantastic. Check in was easy and she was very responsive. She was extremely helpful and answered all our questions. I highly recommend her stay.
Guest favorite
Apartment in Kyoto
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews

Cozy Private Room Close To 伏見稲大社&Heart Of Kyoto

FedericaRating, 5 stars6 days ago
The location is great (literally a 2 minutes walk from Fushimi Inari Shrine), the host is very helpful with both accomodation's questions and other informations and always replied very quickly. The place itself is really nice, clean and had all the necessities one might need. Really recommend it!
Guest favorite
Apartment in Shinjuku City
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews

Kagurazaka Modern apartment/7ppl/4Beds/3F

BlancheRating, 5 stars5 days ago
it was an amazing stay and super clean. they also have a washing machine which wasn’t listed which was a bonus! amazingly quick responses.
Superhost
Home in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

Machiya stay near Kyoto sta.

ReubenRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Clean and affordable - with a good location that allows easy access to the city!
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Vacation home in Toyako
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

Ron's workshop 湖畔へ歩いて行ける眺めの良い平家別荘

NontawatRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
The place is really beautiful and has everything I need. I’d love to come back and stay here again if I get the chance.
Guest favorite
Home in Shinagawa City
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

New!Cozy Shinagawa house/4 bed rooms/8mins to Sta.

JimmyRating, 5 stars5 days ago
We stayed here to be closer to haneda airport for an early morning flight. It is accessible and a great location. The airbnb met all our expectations and we would be happy to stay here again in the future.

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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