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Area guides and tips for getting the most out of a vacation rental in Japan.
Wakayama · 2026-09-12
Family Holidays in Shirahama: How to Choose a Private Villa with a Hot Spring
How to pick a hot-spring villa near Shirarahama Beach and Adventure World, what to pack, BBQ tips and a sample two-day itinerary.
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More Areas · 2026-09-12
Staying in a Private House in Nasu Highlands: Your Base for Animal Kingdom and Highland Park
Why a detached house in Nasu's villa district is the ideal base for Nasu Animal Kingdom, the safari park and Shika-no-yu hot spring, plus seasonal tips and a sample itinerary.
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Okinawa · 2026-09-12
Renting a House in Okinawa: What to Know Before You Book in Chatan, Onna or Kumejima
Do you need a rental car, how the areas differ, and what to watch for in typhoon season: the basics of renting a house or vacation rental in Okinawa.
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Osaka · 2026-09-12
Group and Family Trips to Osaka: Is a Vacation Rental the Right Choice? Areas Compared
Access to Namba, Osaka Castle and USJ, what it costs per person, and when a rental house beats a hotel, explained by an Osaka property operator.
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