Towada Hotel

I had long wanted to stay at Towada Hotel, and on this visit what impressed me most was the building itself—and how thoughtfully the Hotel shares its history so guests can truly appreciate it.The carefully preserved entrance is captivating from the moment you look up, with beautiful timber framing and intricate details. There are highlights everywhere, inside and out, making it a joy simply to walk around. Former features such as the old vault room have also been kept, and I found it fascinating to experience the unique character that only a building shaped by many years can offer.The Room I stayed in was “Kakitsubata.” I especially appreciated that each Room’s design and details are introduced within the Hotel. For “Kakitsubata,” I could learn in depth about the materials used for elements such as the ceiling, tokobashira (alcove post), and tokogamachi (alcove frame), as well as how they have been repaired over time. Rather than simply admiring a historic building from afar, being able to spend the night knowing the story of my own Room felt like a truly luxurious experience.In my Room, my favorite feature was the small round window. Beyond it, Lake Towada and the surrounding mountains were perfectly framed—like looking at a painting. It isn’t flashy, but having such a beautiful corner within the Room made me happy, and I found myself gazing at it again and again during my stay.The meals also featured Akita specialties such as Akita Nishiki beef, Hinai jidori chicken, junsai (water shield), and iburigakko (smoked pickles), allowing me to enjoy flavors unique to this destination. The dishes were not extravagant, but I loved being able to taste local ingredients—and everything was delicious.The bath is not an Onsen, but the panoramic view over Lake Towada is wonderful. The tub is spacious and very clean, making it comfortable to use. The sauna was also extremely pleasant.Overall, it was an exceptionally satisfying stay.Unlike new luxury hotels, this Accommodation lets you enjoy architecture with true heritage—its design details, scenery, and sense of time accumulated over generations. It wasn’t just staying one night; staying in this building itself became a lasting travel memory.If I have another chance to visit Lake Towada, this is definitely a Hotel I would love to stay at again.

Thank you very much for your flexible and thoughtful support during our stay. One member of our party required special consideration regarding meals, and when we contacted you by email in advance, you replied promptly and accommodated us as much as possible. We truly appreciated your kind response despite it being a busy season. The meal prepared for our family member did not look sparse or reduced in portion, was delicious, and above all, they were very happy with the care shown. Of course, any health impact related to meals is ultimately the guest’s own responsibility (I would like to emphasize this for the sake of everyone at the Hotel), but we were genuinely moved by how considerate your approach was. Not only at the restaurant, but also from the staff who welcomed us, at the front desk, and at the shop, your attentiveness and perfectly comfortable sense of distance made us feel at ease. We were able to experience the calm elegance and excellence of a prestigious Hotel with a long tradition. We are sincerely grateful. Thank you again—we would love to visit again.