Best Short-Term Rentals in Japan

A 5-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station, Yasaka Shrine and Chion-In Temple will bring you to Jeugiya, a Japanese-style holiday home located in a quiet residential area of central Kyoto. The entire house can be rented by 1 group with up to 4 guests. A garden, free WiFi access, a Western dining area and grocery delivery service are all on offer here. Jeguiya features a serene Japanese interior with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. There’s also a seating area with modern lounging chairs, while amenities include a TV with satellite channels, a fridge and an electric kettle. The house includes a modern toilet and a bathroom with a wooden bathtub. Breakfast can be arranged upon request. Shops and restaurants can be found within a 10-minute walk.

- "Great hosts!" - "The experience of a lifetime" - "Very warm welcome with owner family that you can’t imagine" - "Beautiful machiya located in the heart of Gion!" - "Value for money" - "Superb stay in a traditional home." - "Best ryokan in Gion, Kyoto" - "I spent two nights at Jeugiya during my solo trip in Kyoto. It was such a beautiful, sophisticated and peaceful place to" - "Amazing hospitality, beautiful house."

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a soaking tub and free WiFi, as well as an iPad and a toilet with electronic bidet. Other amenities include designer toiletries, premium bedding, down comforters, and towels.

- "It is a family run business so can feel the warmness. The food is amazing and the service is very good. The owner will talk to the customer and ask for areas of improvment. It is an amazing stay at the place." - "It's great to feel traditional japanese local nature and life :)"

Offering a garden, OldbutNew 蔵 offers accommodations in Hara. This apartment features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the apartment. Featuring a terrace with mountain views, this apartment also includes a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Shigemori Mirei Kinenkan is 4.6 miles from OldbutNew 蔵, while Sansan Hiroba is 6 miles from the property. Okayama Airport is 13 miles away.

- "A lovely place to stay away from it all. An old property beautifully modernised with host that make it even better - ch" - "Exceptional service, personalized guidance, and thoughtful touches elevated accommodation experience" - "Dreamy stay, nested in picturesque rice fields overlooking a valley." - "A Hidden Gem That Redefines Travel" - "Charming life in nature" - "The property is excellent, the host is friendly and accommodating. Best experience ever!"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven, as well as a stovetop and free WiFi. Other amenities include premium bedding, a memory foam bed, down comforters, and a freezer.

Other • Wellness Facilities • Kitchen • Fireplace/Heating • Toiletries • Bedding/Linens • Ocean View • View • Balcony/Terrace • Accessibility • Internet • Entertainment

Ocean View Ishigaki Sora and Umi provides air-conditioned rooms in Ishigaki Island. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Guests can make use of the picnic area or the year-round outdoor pool, or enjoy views of the pool and garden. The villa provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with bidet and slippers. A patio with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in all units. At the villa complex, all units have bed linen and towels. Guests at Ocean View Ishigaki Sora and Umi can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Crystal Beach, Yoshihara Beach, and Tommy Beach. New Ishigaki Airport is 11 miles away.

- "Perfect accommodation to enjoy paradise" - "Perfect stay in paradise!" - "Amazing view." - "ocean view is spotless, overlooks the ocean and perfect to get away from crowds and tourists"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a soaking tub and a sauna, as well as a heated pool and a full-sized refrigerator/freezer. Other amenities include designer toiletries, premium bedding, a pillowtop bed, and down comforters.

Balcony/Terrace • Pool • Bedding/Linens • Internet • Laundry • Fireplace/Heating • Kitchen • Toiletries • Accessibility • Private Pool • Other • Spa

CARA-YA(かーらやー） offers accommodations in Ishigaki Island, 1.5 miles from Painuhama Artificial Beach and 16 miles from Tamatorizaki Observation Point. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation provides luggage storage space and bicycle parking for guests. The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and slippers. A flat-screen TV, Blu-ray player, and DVD player, as well as a CD player are provided. The vacation home offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. Popular points of interest near the vacation home include Yaeyama Museum, Nantominzoku Museum, and Moss Divers Ishigaki. New Ishigaki Airport is 8.7 miles away.

- "The best place to stay at Ishigaki"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a sauna and a spring water bathtub, as well as a refrigerator and free WiFi. Other amenities include down comforters, towels, an electric kettle, and tour/ticket assistance.

- "Incredibly friendly staff, great views of surrounding, excellent meals A service " - "This is by far one of the best ryokan in Japan because of its exceptional service. Everything is so perfect here!" - "This is one of the best hidden treasures of the world. Come indulge in truly authentic Japanese luxury, get pampered, well fed, and take it all in amidst serene and tranquil surroundings." - "This was a superb stay, service was perfect and the surrounding areas were serene and beautiful. "

Located a 5-minute drive from Happo-one Ski Resort, Kunugi Relaxation with 4 modern rooms features hot spring baths and stylish Asian-inspired interiors. Free-use bikes are provided, and guests can use free WiFi throughout the entire property. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horse riding, skiing and canoeing. The property is an 8-minute drive from JR Hakuba Station and a 3-minute drive from Happo Bus Terminal. Hakuba Goryu and Hakuba 47 ski resorts are within a 12-minute drive. The air-conditioned rooms at Kunugi Herb no Yado come with a TV, a DVD player and a fridge. A private toilet is included, while bathroom is shared with other guests. The bathing area features 2 public baths and an Asian-themed open-air bath that can be reserved for private use. Ski storage and ski equipment hire are available on site. In-room massages can be arranged at an additional charge. Guests with a dinner-inclusive rate can savor Asian-French fusion course dinner at the spacious dining room with high ceiling. The dishes feature fresh seafood, local vegetables and homegrown herbs. Homemade breakfast is also on offer.

- "Best family of 9 holiday that we have ever had - we’ll be back!" - "excelent location excelent facilities the private Onsen is amazing! Hosts are so freindly!" - "Cannot fault Kunugi and will be back ASAP!" - "Superb, 100% will return. The hosts were incredible and super helpful. Facilities are also top notch" - "Subarashī, expectations Will be knocked out of the ball park." - "Would definitely go back" - "Relaxing and romantic location in the heart of Hakuba, close to restaurants, shops, and ski areas."

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a soaking tub and an outdoor private bath, as well as a rainfall showerhead and a refrigerator. Other amenities include down comforters, towels, bathrobes, and children's robes.

- "Wonderful, private feeling stay while in a central location in Kyoto. The dinner and breakfast were excellent and a very special way for my husband and I to experience traditional Japanese food. Outdoor bath was so nice. " - "Our experience at Kyoto Machiya was excellent. The place is amazing, the location is good and the staff were extremelly nice. " - "Very nice and specious room. Facilities are all good brands. Perfect for those who want great privacy. Very worth to go!! "

A recently renovated apartment, Kazeno Ryoan Fuga-風乃旅庵 楓雅 offers accommodations in Koshu. The air-conditioned accommodation is 21 miles from Lake Kawaguchi, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free Wifi. Lake Kawaguchi Ohashi Bridge is 20 miles away and Mount Kachi Kachi Ropeway is 21 miles from the apartment. Featuring a terrace and garden views, the spacious apartment includes 2 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a bath. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Koshu, like hiking. Outdoor play equipment is also available at Kazeno Ryoan Fuga-風乃旅庵 楓雅, while guests can also relax in the garden. Fuji-Q Highland is 22 miles from the accommodation, while Kawaguchi Asama Shrine is 18 miles from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 68 miles away.

- "Beautiful rural property run by lovely couple" - "Historical house with modern coziness." - "Beautiful and relaxed" - "Perfect stay." - "Fantastic place with great service. Wished we stayed for more than one night." - "Traditional Japanese house renovated with the newest tech"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a soaking tub and a refrigerator, as well as free WiFi and a toilet with electronic bidet. Other amenities include designer toiletries, premium bedding, down comforters, and towels.

- "Amazing property that’s been renovated very well. Thoughtful service throughout, esp from the team helming the excellent restaurant. " - "Our stay was amazing. The staff was friendly and attentive, the hotel is in a really nice old town. Highly recommend." - "A must for special occasion. Amazing service, dinner was to die for. Something very special " - "Well located and maintained property, with exceptional good food, and efficient yet friendly service. A genuinely true value for money experience in Narai."

貸切宿 茶心 offers accommodations in Shintomi, 4 miles from Saitobaru Tomb and 4.2 miles from Saitobaru Park. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. Miyazaki Station is 17 miles from the vacation home and Kodomo-no-Kuni is 25 miles away. The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and slippers. The vacation home offers bed linen, towels, and daily room service. Guests at the vacation home can enjoy cycling and fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Miyazaki City Phoenix Zoo is 12 miles from 貸切宿 茶心, while Oyodo River Study Center is 15 miles from the property. Miyazaki Airport is 19 miles away.

- "Wonderful and relaxing!" - "The best stay during my entire trip!" - "Lovely home with the chance to barbecue in a Miyazaki summer." - "The beautifully restored heritage home offered modern comforts, excellent service, and a perfect base to explore local f"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a hydromassage showerhead and free WiFi, as well as a flat-screen TV and a bidet. Other amenities include premium bedding, down comforters, laundry facilities, and towels.

- "Stayed in the glamping tent with my family of four (including a 5 & 9 yr old). Such a wonderful spot - tent was comfy w/ a dedicated toilet/sink room in a separate adjacent little building. Had a wonderful fire pit which the staff lit for us in the evening at the time we requested (on our was back from dinner we texted them from their very helpful app). All amenities in the main building were super clean, very new, and meticulously curated in a minimalist style. It had (x3) private Onsen baths which had both an indoor and outdoor bath each that were GORGEOUS, private for our family's use, and we never had to wait (but you could check their availability with the nifty app). The Japanese breakfast was delish, but didn't get an opportunity to try the dinner. The staff was SUPER friendly and helpful - did not speak English all that well but were super adept with their translating app to the point of holding friendly conversations well beyond the minimum required communication. The hotel was tucked in a side street that had an old temple ruin at the end which felt very special. Was such a lovely refuge after spending a week in bustling Tokyo, and an easy trip on the shinkansen to Ueda. We decided to stay an extra night to fully appreciate all this wonderful spot had to offer. Highly recommended!"

Naha Airport, beaches, shopping centers are nearby #NewVilla offers accommodations in Itoman, 10 miles from Tamaudun Mausoleum and 14 miles from Sefa Utaki. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. The vacation home also offers facilities for disabled guests. Providing a balcony and sea views, the vacation home includes 4 bedrooms, a living room, cable flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Sightseeing tours are available within a reachable distance of the property. Guests at the vacation home can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Nakagusuku Castle is 17 miles from Naha Airport, beaches, shopping centers are nearby #NewVilla, while Katsuren Castle is 24 miles away. Naha Airport is 4.3 miles from the property.

- "Great" - "Simply the best."

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a spring water bathtub and a refrigerator, as well as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Other amenities include down comforters, towels, a safe, and soap.

- "We were put on the second floor in the room next to the kitchen where traffic is heavy to and from the dining area. Would have liked to be offered a different floor for this type experience. Since the check in is in the room, I didn’t have a chance to ask about the floor and setting…" - "A beautiful place with wonderful staff. We enjoyed our stay very much." - "Incredible experience staying here. The room was large, with our own personal hot spring onsen and garden. Food was delicious, prices were very reasonable and staff extremely friendly. They really went above and beyond. Thank you so much for the highlight of our Japan trip! "

Providing a garden, ARUYOguesthouse 一棟貸切 大人数でbbqと焚き火を楽しむ features accommodations in Haibara. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation provides private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and slippers. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep warm by the fireplace on colder days. The apartment offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Nara Station is 18 miles from the apartment, while Subaru Hall is 25 miles away. Itami Airport is 47 miles from the property.

Parking • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking • Sports/Activities • Guest Services • Laundry • View • Air Conditioner • Fireplace/Heating • Balcony/Terrace • Security/Safety • Other • Internet

Close to sledding, snowboarding, and more, this smoke-free cottage brings it all within reach. Hakuba Ski Jumping Stadium is just steps away and Hakuba Saegusa Art Museum is within an easy 6-minute walk, so leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking.

After you return, unwind in the garden or sip a drink on the balcony or patio, and don't forget about the outdoor furniture. When you come inside, connect to the free WiFi or get cozy in front of the cable/satellite TV (premium channels available). There's also an iPod dock for your enjoyment.

A living room, a dining area, a charcoal grill, and luggage storage are featured at this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental. You can also use the deep soaking bathtub and hydromassage showerhead, plus other bathroom amenities like free toiletries, a bidet, and towels. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And you won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll also have access to laundry facilities.

- "Very nice and specious house, host was great in communication and assisting with our needs." - "Excellent stay and experience for my family. Most helpful host . Hope to come back soon. Thank you " - "Chalet is gorgeous, looks brand new, very warm, plenty of room, well stocked kitchen & Jason even stocked the fridge with breakfast supplies for the first day as we arrived late. We forgot to bring an International licence and he drove us out to Cortina and around town. Couldn't have been more helpful. We've already re-booked for next year! Thanks. "

Just a few steps from Yoshijima Heritage House and a 5-minute walk from Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine, TANIYA features accommodations in Takayama, with an open-air bath and a garden. This villa provides free private parking, free shuttle service, and free Wifi. The property is a 14-minute walk from Takayama Station and within 0.4 miles of the city center. The air-conditioned villa consists of 2 bedrooms, 4 living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a hair dryer. The villa offers bed linen, towels, and daily room service. Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village is 2.1 miles from the villa, while Gero Station is 30 miles away. Toyama Airport is 52 miles from the property.

- "Amazing and beautiful accommodations...not just a place to stay, but an experience in itself." - "Equivalent of being in paradise for a few days." - "Booked Taniya for a special, once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon experience. It exceeded expectations." - "Amazing place to stay"

You'll find hot springs on site at this luxury vacation home. There's convenient covered onsite parking, so you can leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 5-minute walk to Yunokawa Onsen or the 6-minute walk to Yunokawa Hot Spring. Check out other neighborhoods and see more of Hakodate by hopping on a metro at either Yunokawa Station, a short 1-minute walk away, or Yunokawa-Onsen Station, 7 minutes away.

Relax in the private hot tub or sip a drink in the garden of this vacation home. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, video-game console, and DVD player.

A living room, a dining area, a BBQ grill, and a fireplace are featured at this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental. You can also use the deep soaking bathtub, plus other bathroom amenities like free toiletries, a bidet, and towels. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And because there's access to laundry facilities, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.

- "This is our favourite vacation home in the world, we’re stayed there 5th times in the row, every time don’t want to leave, excellent property and awesome property management " - "This place is a rare gem! The check in and out was seamless. The amenities are amazing, which btw includes free rental of bikes :) and a personal hot spring! Just amazing! Thank you for hosting us." - "Modern house with excellent amenities! The kitchen, the windows, the toilet, the jacuzzi, the hot spring bath... Everything is great!! It's a little far from the major attractions and restaurants, yet very close to the city tram station which is actually convenient. My family and I love our stay and will definitely stay at La Cachette again next time we visit Hakodate. "