6 most breathtaking hotel infinity pools in Japan – from Tokyo to Okinawa

If you’re yearning for a scenic outdoor pool where the views aren’t blocked by towering skyscrapers, you’ll want to check out the Sorano Hotel in Tachikawa. It’s only a 30-minute train ride from Shinjuku Station and well-loved for its jaw-dropping 11th-floor infinity pool that spans the entire length of the hotel. It overlooks Showa Kinen Park, which has colourful flowers blooming year round. From the pool, you're well poised to catch the golden sunset – and if you’re lucky, you might even see Mt Fuji in the distance on clear days.

The Harbor Terrace holiday rental in Kamakura is located along the coast facing Enoshima. While all rooms come with a scenic view, we recommend going to the rooftop to enjoy the infinity pool, which is open from 8am to 8pm from May to October. There’s even a lounge that floats atop the pool, perfect for wining and dining on the water.

A few stations away from Kamakura is Thermal Spa S. Wave, where you’ll find an infinity pool on the fourth floor. It faces the Pacific Ocean, which makes it seem as if you’re floating on the sea. The temperature of the pool changes according to the season, so you can always take a comfortable dip whether it’s spring, summer, autumn or winter.

Beppu onsen town in Oita prefecture is known for its natural hot springs, meaning you’ll find bath houses on almost every street. But if you’re looking for a place to cool off, check into ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa. This hotel has an infinity pool that overlooks the cityscape, which makes for some beautiful views in the evening. You can also relax on one of the lounging sofas or take a dip in the jacuzzi right next to the pool.

Bettei Amafuru Oka stands on top of a hill in Ibusuki city in Kagoshima prefecture and is packed with pampering facilities. There are bedrock baths, sand baths and an Alpha21, which is a high-tech relaxation capsule created by Nasa. There’s even an infinity pool that you can enjoy all year round, complete with a poolside bar for sipping on tropical cocktails and natural wine.

Located within the coastal village of Yomitan, Hoshinoya Okinawa is surrounded by stunning ocean scenery. The outdoor pool is open 24/7 and stretches out all the way to the edge of the building, making it look like it’s connected to the ocean. There’s plenty of space to lounge around on the side; it even has a shallow area for children to play in.