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The minimalist lobby at Numazu Club, a Michelin One Key luxury retreat in Shizuoka, Japan, overlooking the reflecting pond and estate gardens. Photographed by Travelife Magazine.

The Quietest Luxury in Japan

Christine·
Just two hours from Tokyo, Numazu Club is one of Japan’s most quietly remarkable luxury stays. In this first-person account, Christine Cunanan explores the Michelin One Key retreat through its historic architecture, serene gardens, tea rituals, wellness experiences, and understated hospitality, discovering why this eight-room estate offers a completely different vision of luxury travel in Japan.
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Fujiya Hotel Hakone heritage building surrounded by mature trees in Miyanoshita, one of Japan’s oldest luxury hotels

Fujiya Hotel, Hakone: A Study in Graceful Persistence

Christine·
Step back into the golden age of travel at Fujiya Hotel Hakone, one of Japan’s most storied hotels. From its magnificent heritage architecture and hand-painted dining room ceiling to traditional breakfasts served in a former Imperial villa, this historic retreat offers a rare blend of nostalgia, elegance, and authentic Japanese hospitality. Perfect for travelers who appreciate history, character, and the timeless appeal of another era.
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