Hakone's Sengokuhara was bathed in the gentle sunlight of early summer. What I was most looking forward to at my stay at "Hotel Mori no Kaze Hakone Sengokuhara" was the time spent in the hot springs, surrounded by the beauty of nature in every season. The room I shared with my beloved dog, Chocolat, had a private open-air bath...
...Dog-friendly rooms with open-air bath terraces at the new "Aya-kan" building of Laforet Hakone Gora Yunosu in Gora, Hakone.
Following our introduction to the main building of Laforet Hakone Gora Yunosu, a hot spring inn in Hakone Gora, this time we'll be sharing our experience staying in the new building, "AYANOKAN," which just opened in January 2024. While inheriting the tranquility of the main building, it offers an even more private stay...
...Our wedding anniversary trip to Shiga: "Biwako Matsunoura Bettei" - A dog-friendly hot spring resort - Biwa Lake shore walk edition -
Behind Biwako Matsunoura Bettei, a dog-friendly hot spring resort nestled on the shores of Lake Biwa, there's a walking path leading to the lakeshore, which you can freely access. While letting your dog play in the dog run is great, why not extend your trip and enjoy a stroll along the lakeshore with your dog...?.
...Izu Nagaoka Onsen - Birthday Trip 2023⑦ "Komatsuya Hachinobo" - Soaking in the skin-beautifying hot springs and enjoying a Japanese breakfast that your body will love
At Komatsuya Hachinobo, a renowned inn in Izu-Nagaoka Onsen that underwent a major renovation to create a relaxing environment for guests and their dogs, mornings begin with the sunrise over Mt. Genji and the lush, pleasant scenery. A morning bath in the large public bath, "Otokoyu Genroku no Yu," offers a different atmosphere than the evening...
...Izu Nagaoka Onsen - Birthday Trip 2023⑥ "Komatsuya Hachinobo" - A Kinmedai (golden snapper) set meal featuring the bounty of Izu's mountains and sea.
Before enjoying the renowned dinner at Komatsuya Hachinobo, a long-established inn founded in 1913, we reserved the private open-air bath, "Kangetsu no Yu." The men's and women's public baths, as well as the private open-air bath, are all located on the top floor, the 7th floor. The private open-air bath is made of cypress wood, perfect for a couple to enjoy...
...Izu Nagaoka Onsen - Birthday Trip 2023⑤ "Komatsuya Hachinobo" - A long-established inn has been renovated to be a place where you can relax with your dog.
伊豆長岡温泉にある大正二年(1913年)創業の老舗旅館「小松家八の坊」は、愛犬と寛げる宿として人気の高い源泉かけ流しの旅館。今年の誕生日旅行となる伊豆の旅でも愛犬ショコラを連れての旅となるため、こちらの宿にお世話になりま...
...Izu, Shuzenji: "Birthday Trip 2023 Part Two: Coffee Kotochaan" - A dog-friendly cafe run by a former veterinarian with a passion for running things.
After strolling around the Shuzenji Onsen hot spring resort area in Izu, we enjoyed a light lunch at "Coffee Koto-san," a dog-friendly cafe. Located facing the "Bamboo Grove Path," you can enjoy light meals and freshly brewed coffee while gazing at the bamboo forest from inside the cafe or on the terrace...
...Izu-Shuzenji "Birthday Trip 2023 Part 1": Strolling along the promenade beside the Katsura River and through the bamboo grove in the hot spring town.
今年の11月9日で50歳を迎えた私の誕生日旅行は、コロナ禍で家族に迎えた愛犬ショコラと過ごす伊豆旅行に決定。初日は、「修善寺温泉街」の散策からスタートしました。私たちの住まう浜松と修善寺は同じ静岡県内でありながらも、その...
...Enjoy a fantastic day trip to Hamana Lake's "THE HAMANAKO" hot spring resort, complete with a French lunch!
Overlooking Lake Hamana, "THE HAMANAKO" boasts lake views from every room, and its open-air bath and large public bath were completely renovated in March 2014 with an "Oriental Modern & Resort" design concept...
...Atami Birthday Trip ⑩ "Furuya Ryokan" A Japanese breakfast with ingredients unique to Atami, gentle on the stomach, and carefully selected coffee.
A peaceful morning awaits in Room 624, a detached building at Furuya Ryokan, Atami's oldest and most historic inn, which reopened in July 2021. The room features a 12.5 tatami mat room with a private open-air cypress wood bath. The private open-air bath, made of natural cypress wood, offers a relaxing soak...
...Atami Birthday Trip ⑨ "Furuya Ryokan" Authentic Kyoto-style kaiseki cuisine featuring seasonal ingredients carefully selected for their flavor.
At Furuya Ryokan, a hot spring inn in Atami Onsen boasting a history of over 200 years since its founding in 1806, head chef Kazuyoshi Taneda, originally from Miyazaki Prefecture, uses carefully selected ingredients from all over Japan, incorporating new ideas while remaining committed to traditional Japanese cuisine...
...Atami Birthday Trip ⑧ "Furuya Ryokan" - A newly renovated, exquisite detached building of Atami's most prestigious and long-established inn.
Furuya Ryokan, a renowned and long-established inn in Atami, boasts a history of over 200 years, having been founded in 1806. Located in the heart of Atami city, it offers a tranquil and peaceful stay, featuring hot springs using the natural spring water of "Seizaemon no Yu," one of Atami's seven famous hot springs, and authentic Kyoto-style kaiseki cuisine...
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