Villas in Japan

Japan has it all: mountains, spectacular cities, a rich history, and a world-class food scene. The country is made up of over 6,000 islands, and is home to a variety of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It’s a fantastic destination for luxury travelers, couples, families, foodies, history buffs, and nature lovers. There’s no better way to embrace your time in Japan than with a stay at a private villa. You’ll find villas all over the country, from Okinawa, to Osaka, to Tokyo and beyond.

Whether you want to stay closer to the mountains, or in one of the country’s vibrant cities, there is a wide range of villas available throughout Japan. Many villas throughout the country are modern in design, with high-tech amenities combined with traditional Japanese details and design features. Book a villa with a private pool to cool off during the hot summer months, or stay in a villa with a garden and private yard space. With so many options available, you’ll be sure to find the perfect villa for your time in Japan!

Japan is a spectacular destination for luxury travelers, with endless high-end experiences and possibilities on offer. A new luxury train was recently launched in Japan, where you can enjoy traveling through the country in a luxury train car complete with dining rooms and scenic viewing cars. Additionally, the country is home to over 26 three-star Michelin restaurants serving top-rated Japanese cuisine, they are quite popular, so you’ll need to make reservations in advance. Make sure to try the Kobe beef, which comes exclusively from Wagyu cattle. The meat is known and loved for its rich flavor, tender texture, and high price tag. Japan happens to be the only country in the world where you can order Kobe beef pizza from Dominos, priced at $66 per pie, you know it’s going to be good!

Japan is a romantic destination with endless activity options for couples. Explore one of the country’s most scenic destinations at Lake Moshu. This lake is so secluded that it is known for its spectacular nighttime star gazing. The romantic ambience of the lake offers a relaxing place for couples to spend some uninterrupted quality time together in nature. Couples traveling in Japan can’t miss out on Love Shrine, or Kiyomizu Dera, in Tokyo, which happens to be one of the most famous temples and attractions in the entire country. Walk through the iconic, gold colored arches, hand-in-hand with your significant other in a magnificent setting that you’ll remember for the rest of your life.

Known for having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Okinawa boasts an endless white-sand shoreline with clear, turquoise water. Okinawa is the fifth-largest island in the country, with over 296 miles of coastline. You can find several secluded beaches, perfect for relaxing, sun bathing, and watching spectacular sunrises and sunsets.

Tokyo is a lively, vibrant city filled with unique cultural attractions and sights. One of the best nighttime sights in the city is a visit to the Tokyo Tower after the sun sets. The tower lights up at night and resembles the Eiffel Tower.

If you’re looking for unique things to do in Japan, this one takes the cake. Zao Fox Village is a fox-themed zoo located in Miyagi Prefacture. Here you can enjoy up-close encounters with over 100 foxes who live in a free-range, colorful garden in nature. In the Japanese Shinto religion, foxes are believed to signify fertility, rice, and prosperity.

The spectacular Osaka Castle is one of Japan’s most famed attractions. It was constructed during the 16th century and features an ornate, traditional Japanese architecture style. The castle features an observation platform with spectacular city views, a history museum, and a cherry blossom garden.

Fashioned in brightly colored kimonos, ornate hairstyles, and white makeup, geishas are a fascinating part of Japan’s cultural heritage. Many large cities, such as Kyoto, feature regular geisha dancing performances where you can watch a mesmerizing live performance of geishas dancing.

TeamLab Borderless is a digital art museum in Tokyo offering one of the most unique interactive museum experiences in the world. All the exhibitions and displays in the museum are made of light and sound, and you explore the entire space in the dark. It’s even more interesting than it sounds, and definitely worth buying your tickets in advance because they sell out quickly.

Visit one of Japan’s tallest waterfalls at 400-feet high. Nachi Waterfall has been used as a worship ground for hundreds of years, with many nearby historic religious structures still standing today. The stunningly picturesque waterfall is surrounded by dense forests, fog, and greenery. There is an ornate Buddhist temple near the falls which you can enter, free of charge.