A trip to a domestic resort hotel that will make you feel like you're abroad

When you feel that your daily fatigue is piling up, you may feel the desire to take a luxurious trip, such as relaxing and enjoying your stay in a hotel. When the day comes when we can enjoy traveling again, we would like to experience such blissful moments. Until then, for now, enjoy a moment of healing by looking at photos of elegant scenery.

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[Mie] Shima Mediterranean Village: A collaboration of blue and green that stands out against the chalk-white streets

The 2016 summit was held in the scenic Shima Peninsula. The Shima Mediterranean Village hotel is a hotel that creates an elegant worldview in harmony with the rich nature that Japan is proud of. As the name suggests, the townscape recreates the Mediterranean coastal area, and there are many photogenic spots.

All of these buildings were designed by Spanish architects. They are divided into five areas with different concepts: "Miconorca," "Alhambra," "Andalusia," "Sardinia," and "Castilla," and you can stay in the room that suits you best. There are other highlights throughout the hotel, such as the fountain square at the entrance decorated with Spanish tiles, and the cafe "Amigo," where blue furniture stands out against the white space.

Ise-Shima is also famous as a treasure trove of fine cuisine. A must-visit is the Mediterranean restaurant "RIAS by Kokotxa" located at the tip of the cape within the facility. The terracotta walls of the restaurant offer a spectacular view of Ago Bay, and the interior is full of exotic atmosphere. The cuisine is a collaboration with a Michelin one-star restaurant, and offers innovative flavors of locally caught seafood and mountain delicacies.

The baths, which are essential for relaxation, are also sprinkled with Mediterranean elements. That's "Spa Alhambra." The Arabic design is inspired by the hammam in the Alhambra Palace, and the water is a natural hot spring that springs from 1,430 meters underground. The spring quality is sodium chloride hot spring, which is highly popular for its high heat retention effect and long-lasting cooling.

Throughout the four seasons, you can enjoy the magnificent nature of the area through cruising, fishing, and other activities, experience plans, and relaxation. Shima Mediterranean Village is a resort experience that you can enjoy with all five senses.

[Kochi] Villa Santorini recreates the "miracle island" of the Aegean Sea

Santorini is a beautiful island in the Aegean Sea, Greece. It is a resort destination that attracts many tourists every year, attracted by the townscape of white-walled buildings against the blue sky and sea. The owner of this island, also known as the "Island of Miracles," noticed that the view from the cliffs is very similar to the view from the Yokonami Peninsula facing Tosa Bay, and after visiting the island many times, he recreated the hotel "Villa Santorini."

The white building features a distinctive blue round roof. The approach to the guest rooms is through a maze of narrow paths. The terrace has tables with parasols, which are sure to soothe you. The pool is also open to guests, allowing you to enjoy an even more elegant atmosphere.

The hotel's concept is of course reflected in the guest rooms. The main building is a cave-like space, inspired by Santorini's traditional architectural technique of digging a hole into a cliff. The new building has a flat roof inspired by the captain's mansion built on the cliffs of Santorini.

The hotel also focuses on cuisine. In the main dining area, Logue, you can enjoy a course menu using local Kochi ingredients, prepared by Chef Ihara Hisanori, who traveled to Italy to explore authentic cooking techniques and flavors, and also trained at a two-star restaurant in France.

The beautiful white and blue scenery and the gorgeous cuisine created by top chefs are sure to make for a memorable experience for those who have never been to Santorini before.

[Fukushima] "British Hills" with the concept of "Britain without a passport"

British Hills, located in Fukushima's Lake Hatori Highlands, is run as a language training facility for learning English and as a resort facility. The grounds are a replica of a British town, with a manor house, guest house, tea room, pub, English garden, tennis courts, and more.

The central building is the Manor House, a stately Western-style stone building reminiscent of a castle. It also serves as a reception area, and you can take a tour of the building, which was built based on historical research into medieval England. There are plenty of things to see, including an auditorium where various seminars are held and a library filled with historic books. You can get a glimpse into the luxurious lifestyle of British aristocrats.

The dining room, called the Refectory, is an open space with high ceilings and rows of tables. You can enjoy a variety of course meals, including a traditional dinner with traditional British roast beef as the main dish, and a seasonal dinner using seasonal ingredients. There is a dress code, so be sure to dress up like a real aristocrat.

There are nine guest houses on the grounds. These are also classical, built based on medieval English architecture. Each has a different interior design based on a different time period, and there are multiple room types available, including standard, deluxe, and luxury.

British Hills is a place where you can enjoy the feeling of traveling to England not only by staying at the hotel, but also on a day trip. It is especially worth checking out for those who admire England through movies, music, etc.

[Shizuoka] Relax in the tropical atmosphere and hot springs of Bali at Anda Resort Izu Kogen

Bali, the Indonesian paradise. Anda Resort Izu Kogen is a facility that recreates the world of Bali, a tropical resort that is also very popular in Japan. The hotel is a place to relax both body and mind, with an oriental atmosphere decorated with local furnishings and a unique private open-air bath that can be enjoyed free of charge.

The guest rooms are also surrounded by Balinese furnishings, giving off a sense of exoticism. There are rooms for women's trips, couples, families, etc., with the most popular being the "Balinese-style Western-style room." There are also a wide variety of other rooms, including those with semi-open-air baths and canopy beds.

The bathing facilities are also inspired by Bali. There is a large public bath and a free private bath, so you can enjoy a variety of baths while taking your bath. The spring quality is sodium chloride sulfate spring, and it has a moist and soft texture. The large public bath on the first basement floor of the main building is a semi-open-air style inspired by Ubud, a highland resort in Bali. Bathing while listening to the sound of the waterfall makes you feel like you are in the wilderness of the depths of Bali.

There are a total of four types of free private baths, two of which are open-air hot spring baths. The most popular of these is the "private open-air hot spring bath in the primeval forest." Its dynamic location surrounded by large trees over 200 years old is attractive, and depending on the season, you can see the ocean and Oshima island through the trees.

Another big attraction of this hotel is the free drinks. This applies not only to drinks served with meals, but also to the drinks in the guest room refrigerators (some drinks are available for a fee). The food is served at Restaurant Palesir, which means "to enjoy" in Indonesian, and guests can enjoy a relaxing meal while looking out at the trees in the garden from the terrace.

Izu is a popular scenic tourist destination close to the Tokyo metropolitan area. Why not immerse yourself in the Bali atmosphere at Anda Resort Izu Kogen?

[Nagasaki] Blooming flowers and European scenery. "Hotel Europa" and "Hotel Amsterdam" at Huis Ten Bosch

Huis Ten Bosch is the largest theme park in Japan, with a medieval European townscape. It is popular with people of all ages, with a wide range of fun spots, including seasonal flowers that decorate the park all year round, attractions where you can experience the latest technology, and impressive art museums. There are also restaurants and four directly managed hotels, making it known as a resort destination that goes beyond a theme park.

Among these official hotels, the Hotel Europa is ranked as the highest class. With its location on an inland canal, a prestigious lobby where seasonal flowers greet you, and guest rooms decorated with classical European interiors, you can spend time like you're in a movie.

Every night, the lounge hosts a night concert by international artists. End your day listening to beautiful melodies.

Additionally, the Hotel Amsterdam is the only official hotel located inside the theme park. The spacious rooms are decorated with stylish European interiors, and the hotel is well equipped with amenities that women will appreciate, such as an easy-to-use powder room. Another special privilege for guests is the opportunity to take a leisurely stroll through the tranquil streets of medieval Europe the next morning.

From the streets that make you feel like you're traveling abroad, to the most vibrant illuminations in Japan, to attractions that are sure to get you excited no matter who you're with, Huis Ten Bosch has so much to offer that you could spend a whole day there and still have fun. There are always new events being held, so you'll never get bored. Why not come and create some amazing memories with your loved ones?

Introducing a carefully selected list of must-see attractions at Huis Ten Bosch. Create memories with your loved ones.

We will introduce the many attractions of Huis Ten Bosch with recommended plans for three different scenes: friends, lovers, and families.

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One of the joys of traveling is enjoying the beautiful scenery created by the cultures and climates of various parts of the world, but the appeal of domestic resort hotels is the ease with which you can immerse yourself in an extraordinary space that makes you feel as if you are abroad, even while still in Japan. Traveling to stay at a resort hotel is also luxurious and special. Please consider adding it to your future travel options.

*Huis Ten Bosch/J-19475

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