Description of hotel: Okuine Onsen Aburaya in Kyoto

Set on a hill with views over the Sea of Japan, Okuine Onsen Aburaya is a traditional Japanese ryokan in the Tango Peninsula. The property features a natural onsen, a hot spring gushing directly from its own source, with an open-air bath looking out towards the horizon. Guests can dine on authentic kaiseki courses prepared with fresh, local seafood, with special dishes available in the winter. Accommodation options include Japanese-style and Japanese-Western combination rooms, which are equipped with wireless internet. The inn is located 2. 8 miles from the centre of Ine and is a 30-minute drive from Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three scenic views. On-site parking is available, and the ryokan can arrange a shuttle service from Amanohashidate Station with an advance reservation.