Get a Taste of Class and Sophistication at These 15 Atmospheric Luxury Ryokan & Hotels.

An anniversary with an important person is something you want to spend a special time with. If you go all out and stay at a "luxury ryokan" or "luxury hotel" that you wouldn't normally be able to stay at, it might be a memorable experience for both of you. Spacious guest rooms with open-air baths, views outside the windows, furniture and furnishings that tickle women's hearts... A high-grade room creates an "extraordinary feeling".

In addition to spectacular ocean views such as Yurahama and Katsuura Bay, Wakayama is also home to famous mountain sites such as Nachi Falls and Koyasan Kongobuji Temple, making it perfect for such an anniversary trip. Toast with champagne while looking out at the sparkling blue sea, or enjoy bath time just the two of you in an open-air bath overlooking the mountains. Staying at a luxurious inn with a nice atmosphere is sure to deepen the bond between the two of you. This time, we would like to introduce you to an inn in Wakayama that has such a special feeling.

The northern part of Wakayama is characterized by a warm climate and comfortable to spend. The area around Wakayama Station, which is easily accessible, is full of date spots such as "Wakayama Castle" and "Castle Zoo". In addition, about 15 minutes by bus from Kainan Station, there is "Wakayama Marina City" where you can enjoy the feeling of traveling abroad. If you like power spots, visit Kongobuji Temple in Koyasan, which is full of history. After sightseeing, why not relax at a luxury inn surrounded by nature?

About 20 minutes by free shuttle bus from Wakayama Station, "onsen Onsen Manpa Resort Mampa" is an inn where you can enjoy a spectacular ocean view. Among the wide variety of rooms, the designer room Umi no Za is perfect for special occasions with its high-quality modern Japanese interior! In particular, the Deluxe Suite with Open-Air Bath has large windows, so you can enjoy the ocean view to your heart's content. It's nice to have a private open-air bath that is more than enough for two people.

The MANPA Club room on the 7th floor is also recommended for couples. The view from the rooms on the top floor is spectacular. You can see not only the sea, but also "Wakayama Marina City" on the opposite bank. At dusk, the setting sun dyes the sea and sky red, very romantic ♡ The two of you get even closer.

The baths at this inn are also attractive. onsen open-air bath is a superb space where Wakaura Bay spreads out in front of you. You can relax and enjoy the view. There are also two different types of private baths. Why don't you spend a leisurely time with him in the fantastic blue LED light of "Ao-no-Yu" (pictured)? If you pay an additional fee, you can also enjoy the "rose bath" wrapped in the scent of roses.

Dinner with high-end fish such as longtooth grouper, which is called the “fantastic fish,” and pike conger is luxurious. If you don't have enough, you can order additional items such as funamori and wagyu fillet steak. Semi-private rooms and private rooms are available, so you can have your own private space.

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The area around the hotel is close to the sea, so it is a treasure trove of fresh seafood. If you go to Kuroshio Market, which is about 16 minutes by car from the hotel, you can fully enjoy the locally caught seafood. “Hama-yaki BBQ”, where you can choose and grill your favorite seafood, is especially popular for being able to fully enjoy the seafood.

Sanso Amanosato is located in Amano no Sato, which was selected as one of the 100 Best Villages in Japan. The 8 guest rooms in 4 buildings are spacious and you can forget about the time and relax. Kishu cedar and cypress are used for the floors and ceilings, so it feels good to walk barefoot. The photo suite "Western-style living room" is a high-quality room suitable for adult couples. You can enjoy a luxurious bath in the glass-enclosed semi-open-air bath. Access is about 15 minutes from Kasada Station on the free shuttle bus that requires a reservation.

It's also wonderful that you can enjoy onsen that heal your fatigue in 3 types of private baths. "Wanoyu" in the photo has an open-air bath in addition to the rock bath, where you can spend a quiet time alone while watching the starry sky and mountains. In addition, there is a private bath with bath and sauna. You can check the availability on the tablet installed in your room, so be sure to use it at the right time.

In 2015, the hotel received the Good Design Award for its warm and welcoming interior, including the lobby. The calm atmosphere is suitable for adults to spend their holidays.

Dishes that use plenty of local specialties such as Amano rice and highland vegetables are beautifully presented and delicious to the eye. Among them, the accommodation plan that features Kumano beef chateaubriand as the main dish at dinner is recommended for special occasions. In addition, the box-style breakfast is a masterpiece that is particular about homemade, pesticide-free, and natural farming methods. You can enjoy a picnic from the morning.

Souji-in, about a 10-minute taxi ride from Koyasan Cable Car Station, is located at Mount Koya, the head temple of Shingon Buddhism. The quiet and formal atmosphere is sobering. There is a temple lodging here with 13 rooms, so why not stay with your partner? There is also a detached room overlooking a beautiful large garden that is about 3300m2 in size.

Just looking at the splendid Japanese garden, which is expressed with lots of greenery, rocks, and gravel, will soothe your soul. The next day, I would like to have a refreshing morning gazing at this view while basking in the sunlight.

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meal are meal dishes served at the restaurant. Everything looks delicious, such as the famous white miso hot pot and soy milk yuba dishes. With simple seasonings that make the most of the taste of the ingredients, you should be able to enjoy a different taste from your usual meal. Take your time and savor each bite.

About 10 minutes by taxi from Koyasan Station on the cable car. Ichijoin Temple Lodging in, which boasts a history of more than 1,000 years, is located at the foot of Koyasan Kongobu-ji Temple, and has a quiet appearance surrounded by greenery. As soon as you pass through the splendid gate, a trainee monk welcomes you at the entrance. After putting your luggage in the room, let's take a walk around the area with him. There are many highlights such as Kongobu-ji Temple and Danjo Garan on the grounds. If you talk to a monk before you go out, you can get tourist information and a map.

Each guest room is elaborately designed with a different flavor. The special room "Okushoin" is a room with a long history where many literary figures and great men have stayed. The two rooms of 10 tatami mats are connected together, which is more than enough space for a couple to spend time together. Lie down on the tatami mats and forget the time and relax.

"Okushoin" also has a private bath made entirely of Japanese cypress, so you can enjoy a private time just the two of you until check-out.

The vegetarian cuisine served for dinner and breakfast is devised using seasonal ingredients so that you can enjoy the taste of each season. You can also taste the decorative cuts made with delicate knife handling. Please enjoy the menu unique to a temple lodging in your room.

Every morning from 6:30 to 7:15, a morning service is held in the main hall. Participation is free, but if you have the chance, would you like to chant sutras with a monk and feel solemn from the morning? In addition, you can experience things unique to a temple lodging, such as sutra copying and Asokukan (a meditation technique handed down to the Shingon sect of Buddhism). Share some relaxing time with him.

About 15 minutes by bus from Kainan Station, "Wakayama Marina City" is a spot full of attractions such as an exotic theme park, tourist fish market, and onsen. Among them is Wakayama Marina City Hotel, a luxury inn where you can experience the feeling of traveling abroad. The rooms are decorated with Italian interiors, and all rooms have an ocean view! Among them, the "Ocean View Bath/Balcony Room" in the photo is spacious and perfect for couples.

The scenery that can be seen from the view bath of "Ocean View Bath Balcony Room" is like the Mediterranean Sea. In addition to the blue sea during the daytime, the beautiful sunset, which was selected as one of the 100 best sunsets in Japan, is a must-see. This room is perfect for couples who want to spend a romantic time.

If you get hungry, head on a dinner date to the Italian restaurant "Carlo e Carra" ♡ You can enjoy a course meal using fresh local seafood while looking out over the yacht harbor. Breakfast is a Japanese and Western buffet with about 50 different dishes, including pickled Kishu Nanko plums and dried saury. It's nice to be able to enjoy the flavors of Wakayama both in the morning and at night.

The southern area Wakayama is represented by Nanki Shirahama. It is a place where you can feel like a resort, with many attractions such as Shirarahama Beach, which has a beautiful contrast between the pure white sand and the blue sea, Adventure World, which is famous for its pandas, and hot onsen with abundant hot water. Also, don't miss the historical power spots such as Nachi Falls and Kumano Sanzan.

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Umitsubaki Hayama, located along the coast of Nanki Shirahama, which is famous for its beautiful coastline, is characterized by its red roof tiles. Its unique appearance has been selected for many awards, including the 2000 Good Design Award. A beautiful and comfortable design that will tickle the hearts of couples will liven up the resort mood. Access is about 20 minutes by bus from Shirahama Station.

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The only 6 guest rooms are purely Japanese-style rooms where you can relax. Relax to your heart's content while feeling the sea breeze blowing through the window. By the way, if you tell the hotel that you are staying on your anniversary when you make a reservation, they will prepare a small bouquet for you. Why don't you surprise him with a surprise by keeping it a secret until the last minute?

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All rooms have terraces with ocean views. Two people can share the unobstructed view of the Pacific Ocean. At dusk, the sky and sea gradually change from blue to red, pink, and purple, which is very beautiful. Let's look at it shoulder to shoulder and burn it into your memory.

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Since it is by the sea, there are many menus using fish such as "Kishu Temari Sushi" for dinner. They will bring each item to your room, so you can enjoy it at your leisure.

Kaishu is an inn located on a coastal cape, about 30 minutes away by free shuttle bus from Shirahama Station. Because of this, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the sparkling sea outside your window. Some of the rooms are detached and come with their own private open-air bath. You can enjoy a luxurious bath while gazing at the sea.

You can enjoy bathing in the large public baths and private baths. The bathing spot closest to the beach, "Hamachidori no Yu," is a mixed-gender bath, so you can enjoy onsen together with your partner. Bathing suits are provided, so you can feel safe bathing in a mixed-gender bath.

There are two meal in the building: "Shiosai," where you can taste fresh seafood caught locally, and "Umihotaru," where you can enjoy Kumano beef, a brand of beef that boasts top-level meat quality. Please enjoy the delicious Kishu delicacies to your heart's content. If you get hungry at night, they also offer a free "Yonaki Soba" (a type of noodles served at night).

Couples who like to walk should walk to the very end of the site. There is an observatory "Boyotei" where you can see the sea, which is perfect for spending time alone. At dusk, you can enjoy the beautiful sunset view of Shirahama, which was selected as one of the top 100 sunsets. There is also a rose garden and a lounge with a superb view on the premises, so you can enjoy a date while staying at the inn.

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"Akiba Nanguan" has a stylish approach and a modern Japanese entrance that gives you an extraordinary feeling. The well-thought-out spatial design designed by the architect will tickle your sense of travel. After checking in, take a break in the chic black lobby. Spend a dream time isolated from everyday life at this inn prepared only for two groups per day. Access is about 5 minutes on foot from Susami Station.

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Both rooms are reserved for private use. You can secure a private space where no one will disturb you. ``MAYU'' is a room made with Japanese paper and natural materials, and has a Japanese-style room and a bedroom. You can see Inazumi Island from the window in front of the bed. The next day, wake up to a spectacular view of the sea and islands.

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“Tsuru” is a room with an impressive jet-black “beam” that looks like a string on a bow. The ceiling is high and you can enjoy a sense of openness. The floor of the bedroom is made of hemp, and the walls and part of the floor are made of white bamboo. The view of the ocean and mountains from the deck is also wonderful and I'm sure he will love it.

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The dishes that can be served in private rooms are a sumptuous menu of seafood and mountain delicacies. Fill your mouth and savor the flavors of the land. At the end of the spiny lobster dish, please enjoy the earthenware pot rice, which is full of the umami and aroma of the seashore. The rice soaked in dashi is exquisite even to the scorching.

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Susami Town is famous for Inobuta Meat, nicknamed “Eve no Megumi”. Inobuta is the offspring of a wild boar and a pig. It has a boar meat-like flavor and is characterized by its tender flesh and sweet fat. At Michi-no-Eki Susami, which is about 20 minutes by car from the inn, there is a restaurant where you can enjoy delicious yakiniku wild boar meat, so how about stopping by on your way home?

Katsuura Gyoen, which is convenient for sightseeing on the Kumano Kodo Daimonzaka, is about a 15-minute walk from Kii-Katsuura Station. This inn is located along the coast with beautiful scenery. The exclusive lounge where you check in is also wonderful, so you can get excited even before you enter the room. For couples, the suite room "Ten" located on the top floor with an open-air bath is recommended.

What spreads out in front of you is the magnificent view of the shining blue Nachi Bay! While enjoying chatting with a drink in one hand, get drunk with the enchanting scenery ... ♡

The private open-air bath attached to the "Ten" room is fed directly from the source. Let's warm up slowly while enjoying the scenery dyed in the twilight. The bathtub is spacious enough for two people to stretch out and relax. In addition, the hotel boasts a “garden open-air bath” where the sea is approaching right in front of you, and a “large public bath” made of cypress, which boasts the largest size in western Japan, so be sure to try them as well.

For dinner, you can enjoy a special kaiseki meal, including fresh raw tuna caught at the nearby Katsuura fishing port. Enjoy the chewy texture that makes its presence known in your mouth.

"Nakanoshima" floats in the bay of Katsuura fishing port. The only onsen inn on the island is Kumano Bettei Nakanoshima. The inn can only be reached by a special shuttle boat from Katsuura fishing port, providing the ultimate in private space. Would you like to spend a special and memorable day in a paradise for just the two of you surrounded by the sea?

All rooms at the new building Nagi no Sho have an open-air bath. The calm Japanese-modern interior is based on the theme of Kumano's mountains and sea. Enjoy the luxury of doing nothing on the deck terrace or on the sofa while listening to the sound of the waves.

Relax in your room or go for a walk around the island. How you spend your time is up to you. It's also nice to soak in the bathtub while it's still bright and enjoy the scenery of Katsuura. Let's deepen the bond with him in the slowly flowing time.

The bath in the guest room is not onsen, so why not enjoy the "Nakanoshima onsen", which is said to have double skin-beautifying effects due to its sulfur content and weak alkalinity? The open-air bath "Kishu Shiomon no Yu" (pictured) next to the sea has an overwhelming sense of openness. You can use a bathing suit with a cute whale patch, so you won't be bothered by others. In addition, there is a private bath for a fee, so you and your boyfriend can enjoy onsen together.

Fishing is also available on the hotel grounds. Would you like to compete with him to see which one can catch more? If you return to your childhood and enjoy the activities, you might be able to discover a new side of him♡ Also, in addition to the "mountain promenade" where you can feel the sea close to you, there is a "viewing platform" overlooking the Kumano Sea and a footbath on the island. So it's fun to walk around.

Fujiya is a onsen ryokan with the famous onsen Onsen. All 31 guest rooms have a river view, so you can relax and enjoy the view of the steam rising from the Ooto River from your room. Among the various rooms, the Kumano Modern Room comes with a private open-air bath where you can also enjoy a foot bath, making it perfect for couples.

Bathing while listening to the melody of nature, such as the murmuring of the river and the rustling of the wind, is the ultimate in healing. Please spend a quiet and relaxing time together.

If you want to enjoy even more spacious baths, try using the large public baths that alternate between men and women, open-air baths, and private baths that require reservations and are charged. You can even dig your own onsen on the riverbed in front of the inn. It would be interesting to borrow a shovel and create an open-air bath for just the two of you.

About 15 minutes by free shuttle bus from Shirahama Station, "Infinite Hotel & Spa Nanki Shirahama" has plenty of ocean view rooms overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Shikoku. Among them, the "onsen View Lanai Suite" (pictured) with an open-air hot spring bath is perfect for an elegant couple's trip. The high-quality spring beds and "BVLGARI" amenities will also boost your mood.

The open-air bath of "Ocean View Lanai Suite" is a spacious space of about 14.4㎡. Being alone with him ♡ It's like a dream to be able to soak in onsen whenever you want. Stay indoors and enjoy the view of the sea that changes its expression over time.

If you like onsen, please visit the public bath. You can enjoy Shirahama Onsen in a variety of baths, such as a stylish observation bath with free-flowing hot spring water, an indoor bath and an onsen with a view of the Pacific Ocean. In addition, there is a heated pool that can be used from the end of April to the end of October every year, a library with about 100 books, and a gym, so you can spend your time in a variety of ways.

About 30 minutes by free shuttle bus from Shirahama Station. Nanki Shirahama Marriott Hotel, which can be reached in about 3 minutes on foot from Shirahama Beach, is an inn where you can enjoy the scenery typical of Shirahama, such as white sand, blue sea, and palm trees. There are eight types of rooms, including Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western style rooms, and suites. The photo is "Premier Room Twin King with onsen View Bath". You can spend a luxurious time by enjoying the hot water together, looking at the ocean from your bed.

There are 5 paid private baths that couples will love. Two people can occupy Nanki Shirahama onsen while looking at the magnificent Pacific Ocean. In addition, don't miss onsen bath and open-air bath on the top floor of the hotel.

Nanki Shirahama is famous for its beautiful sunsets. You can watch the sunset with a drink in the hotel's observation lounge. You can also watch it from Shirarahama Beach, which is just a few steps from the hotel. Enjoy the beautiful scenery with your partner to your heart's content.

About 10 minutes by free shuttle bus from Shirahama Station. "Hotel Kawakyu" is a castle-like hotel where you can feel like a princess and a prince. In 1993, it won the 6th Togo Murano Award for outstanding architecture, and the 1,056.97 m2 gold leaf ceiling in the entrance hall was recognized as a Guinness World Record. Yo. The hotel is also proud of its two onsen baths, which are alternated between men and women. You can enjoy “Shirahama onsen” in a wide variety of baths, such as an open-air rock bath and an indoor bath made of Koya Maki.

All 85 rooms are suites! There are various types, such as castle-like royal suites and relaxing Japanese-Western style rooms. Some rooms even come with an open terrace deck and an outdoor natural onsen bath. Enjoy a dreamlike stay with your loved one.

Dinner is the "King's Buffet" served at the restaurant. The dishes, made with plenty of luxurious ingredients from Hokkaido and Kishu, are visually appealing. We offer a higher-grade menu, including freshly made sushi, Tokachi Japanese black beef, and carefully aged raw ham and jamon serrano. We also have sweets made with the special care of our exclusive pastry chef. Gourmet couples will definitely be satisfied ♡

About 30 minutes by free shuttle bus from Shirahama Station. "SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE" is a stylish inn with a spectacular view of the sea and fresh seafood. The guest rooms range from Japanese-style rooms to Western-style rooms and condominiums. Among them, the "Suite Room (pictured)" with an inner terrace is perfect for couples. The free rental of colored yukata, mouthwash, nail care, and other amenities are also great points. In addition, the hotel has good access to Senjojiki and Sandanbeki, so it is recommended as a base for sightseeing.

There is also a large public bath where you can soothe your fatigue at Shirahama onsen. The "Rotenburo Sandan no Yu" in the photo is a standing bath with a depth of about 120 cm. It is a mysterious bath that makes you feel as if you are one with the sea. Try all three levels of depth and enjoy the seascape from different perspectives. In addition, the photogenic "Infinity Footbath", which boasts a length of about 30m, is also recommended.

Inside the hotel, there is the buffet restaurant “by the ocean,” “Warouda,” where you can enjoy kaiseki cuisine made with the fruits of the sea and mountains, and “Sushi Yata,” where you can enjoy freshly made sushi. There are three meal, so even gourmet couples will be satisfied.

If you want to relax with your boyfriend in a place surrounded by nature, why not refresh yourself in Wakayama? Luxury ryokan and luxury hotels that have an extraordinary feel are places where you can feel satisfied just by staying there. Please spend some time alone in this luxurious space.