Altitude 1,000 meters! Enjoy breathtaking views at the historic resort in Myoko Kogen.

Classical modern elegance wrapped in emotion. A place where people who love the magnificent nature of Myoko in every season gather. On December 26, 2016, the newly constructed "Premium Wing" opened! The Akakura Kanko Resort Hotel was founded in 1937 (Showa 12). Built by the Okura Zaibatsu following the Kamikochi Imperial Hotel and Kawana Hotel, it is a pioneer among Japan's Resort Hotels. The Hotel is located at an altitude of 1,000 meters, where a sea of clouds can sometimes be seen below. In addition to the timeless charm since its founding, all rooms and the Japanese restaurant were renovated in 2008. Furthermore, on December 12, 2009, a large public bath with open-air baths, a spa salon, and guest rooms with open-air Onsen were newly opened. Maintaining its historical and elegant atmosphere and the spirit of hospitality cultivated through tradition, the Hotel offers an even more comfortable and relaxing environment.

  • This was my third visit this year.I enjoyed the Japanese cuisine on my previous stay, so I chose the kaiseki course again this time.When a seasoned male staff member served our meal, he said, “You visited in May last time, didn’t you?” I was truly touched that he took the time to check (and I’m sorry—I mistakenly said I came in June).The attentive service, breathtaking views, excellent hot spring water quality, spotless changing area, and beautiful interior—this Hotel is the best for me. I hope it will always remain a calm and relaxing place.

    @ikyu_user 9/5/2026
  • This is a very good Hotel.The front desk area is small, but the check-in process was smooth and the staff were pleasant.The building was also clean.Since our Room was in the Premium Wing, it was a bit of a walk.We stayed in a Room with an Onsen featuring deep water soaking.It was... amazing.The Room was spacious with high ceilings—just as the Reviews said, it’s wonderful.The amenities were great, the bed was very comfortable, and the bath allowed you to bathe standing up—simply fantastic.Dinner was at Aqua Dining.We enjoyed a wine pairing and everything was delicious.Breakfast was also buffet-style with a wide selection, and the tea porridge was especially tasty.Unfortunately it rained and it was cloudy, but my heart felt bright and clear.Thank you!This is an Accommodation I’d love to visit again.

    おかしずちゃん 9/14/2026

Facilities and Services

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  • Hot spring
  • Room with Open-Air Bath
  • Spa facility
  • Fitness
Open-air bath / Free-flowing hot spring / Large public bath / Private bath / Sauna / Free shuttle service
IN15:00~19:00
OUT11:00
Number of rooms69 rooms
PetNot allowed
Your childPermitted

[No Dinner] Plan with Breakfast Buffet featuring Hotel's Traditional Western Cuisine and Niigata's Local Delicacies

IN 15:00~19:00
OUT 11:00
¥69,000~
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥67,620〜
(USD 428.44)

[Dinner details and serving time are at the Hotel’s discretion] Up to JPY 5,000 OFF per person!! [Dinner & Breakfast Included]

IN 15:00~18:00
OUT 11:00
¥77,000~
Dinner and Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥75,460〜
(USD 478.11)

[No Dinner] Plan with Breakfast Buffet featuring Hotel's Traditional Western Cuisine and Niigata's Local Delicacies

IN 15:00~19:00
OUT 11:00
¥71,000~
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥69,580〜
(USD 440.85)

[Dinner details and serving time are at the Hotel’s discretion] Up to JPY 5,000 OFF per person!! [Dinner & Breakfast Included]

IN 15:00~18:00
OUT 11:00
¥79,000~
Dinner and Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥77,420〜
(USD 490.53)
<Main Building> Twin Room (Lake Nojiri Side) [Max. 2 Guests]
Dec 18, 2008Renovated
  • Twin
  • 26㎡
  • Capacity 1~3 people

[No Dinner] Plan with Breakfast Buffet featuring Hotel's Traditional Western Cuisine and Niigata's Local Delicacies

IN 15:00~19:00
OUT 11:00
¥75,000~
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥73,500〜
(USD 465.69)

[Dinner details and serving time are at the Hotel’s discretion] Up to JPY 5,000 OFF per person!! [Dinner & Breakfast Included]

IN 15:00~18:00
OUT 11:00
¥83,000~
Dinner and Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥81,340〜
(USD 515.37)

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Introduction of the Accommodation

Premium Building

December 26, 2016, Grand Opening of the new "Premium Building"!

A total of 13 Rooms with open-air Onsen baths on the terrace are now available. We offer three types of Rooms suitable for 2 to 4 guests. On the terrace, you can fully enjoy the natural flowing Onsen.

Bakery

Additionally, one of the highlights of this Hotel is the delicious variety of breads and cakes. You can also observe the meticulous baking process at the bakery within the Hotel. How wonderful it is to enjoy authentic desserts atop a mountain like this! Savoring delicious desserts on the terrace with a stunning view is truly exceptional.

Room
Room

With a chic design in calm tones, the environment is set up for maximum comfort. The "Terrace Room with Open-Air Onsen," opened on December 12, 2009, offers expansive views from the deck terrace with an open-air Onsen bath, and the Onsen features natural hot spring water available anytime.

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Enjoy a meal while taking in the grand panorama. In the morning, a sea of clouds may spread out below. This is a view unique to an altitude of 1000m. Savor a menu that incorporates seasonal ingredients into traditional French cuisine passed down since its opening.

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IKYU.com Spa - Heavenly View Earth SPA by elemental herbology

Earth Spa, recipient of the prestigious 'World Luxury Spa Awards 2020', offers original menus to recharge energy from the vast lands of Myoko Kogen.

Make your reservation for a luxurious spa experience in a carefully curated premium space here.

Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation

  • The room
    The room
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
  • Facilities & Services
    Facilities & Services

Basic Information

Card information
VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS
Pets
Not allowed
BreakfastBreakfast Time: 7:00~9:30 (no Reservation required) ○ Shunsai Dining 'Shirakaba' A Japanese-Western buffet style featuring the hotel's traditional Western cuisine and Niigata's delicious specialties.
Your child
You can stay.
Room service
Not available
Our Hotel does not offer room service.
Common amenities
  • ○ Shampoo · conditioner
  • ○ Body soap · soap
  • ○ Towel · Bath towel
  • ○ Body towel · sponge
  • ○ Toothbrush set
  • ○ Comb · Brush
  • ○ Shower cap
  • ○ Hair dryer
  • ○ Shaving
  • ○ Shaving Gel/Foam
  • × Bath additives
  • ○ Yukata
  • ○ Nightwear
  • × Bathrobe
  • ○ Slippers
  • ○ facial cleanser
  • ○ Toner
  • ○ Lotion
  • ○ Makeup remover
  • ○ Cotton swab
  • ○ Cotton
  • × Clothing deodorizing spray
  • ○ Refrigerator
  • ○ Minibar
  • ○ Electric kettle
  • ○ Tea set (free)
  • ○ Television
  • ○ Safe
  • × Scale
  • × Trouser press
  • × Free morning edition
  • × Pay-per-view broadcast
  • ○ Satellite broadcasting
  • × Video on Demand
  • × Radio
  • × CD player
  • ○ DVD player
  • × Blu-ray player
  • × Speakers for portable audio
  • × In-room PCs and tablets
Facilities and Features
  • ○ Hot spring
  • ○ Rooms with open-air baths available
  • ○ Open-air bath
  • ○ Free-flowing hot spring
  • ○ Large public bath
  • ○ Private bath
  • ○ Sauna
  • × Ganbanyoku (rock bathing)
  • × Within a 5-minute walk from the station
  • × Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
  • × Indoor pool
  • × Outdoor pool
  • × Pet-friendly
  • ○ Spa facility
  • ○ Fitness
  • ○ Free shuttle service
  • × Shuttle Service (Paid)
  • × Room service
  • × Room Service Available 24 Hours
  • × Barrier-free
  • × Childcare services
Esthetic Massage
Available
We offer traditional Thai massage in the guest rooms. 15:00~22:00 (Last reception at 20:00) ※Reservation required. ※Due to irregular holidays, please contact the hotel front desk for inquiries. 【Earth Spa】 Operating hours: 14:30~21:15 (Last reception) ※Winter season: 13:30~20:15 (Last reception) ※Treatments require a Reservation.
Fitness gym
Business Hours
07:00~20:00
Final admission time
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Fee(Guest)
Free
Fee(Non-guest)
---
Age restriction
Public Bath
The number of Public Bath
2
Business Hours
06:00~24:00
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
Available
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring
Remarks
Hours: 6:00–24:00
Open-air bath
The number of Open-air bath
2
Business Hours
06:00~24:00
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
Available
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring
Remarks
Private bath
The number of Private bath
1
Business Hours
06:00~24:00
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
Available
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring
Remarks
Reservation required / Hours: 6:00–24:00 (free of charge)
Room with Open-Air Bath
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
Available
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring
Remarks
Spring quality and benefits

Sulfate spring, bicarbonate spring

Heat rash, eczema, cuts, burns, chronic skin diseases, skin beautification effects, arteriosclerosis, neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, frozen shoulder, post-illness recovery period, bruises, sprains, chronic digestive diseases, hemorrhoids, cold sensitivity, joint stiffness, motor paralysis, fatigue recovery, health promotion.

※Regarding the notation of "Gensen Kakenagashi"
In some facilities, heating or adding water for temperature adjustment may be performed. Additionally, please note that in some parts of the facility, the hot spring water may not be free-flowing from the source. For more details, please contact each facility.

SaunaAvailable
Hot stone spaNone
About Hygiene Measures
※ We have implemented measures to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus among customers and employees, ensuring safe usage.

Reviews

Overall Score
4.69
Wonderful (262)
  • Rooms & Amenities
    4.64
  • Facility
    4.69
  • Hospitality & Service
    4.69
  • Meals
    4.61
  • Onsen & Bath
    4.79
  • Satisfaction
    4.72

*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*

*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*

Access Information

Address
Niigata Prefecture216 Taki, Myoko City
TEL:+81-255-87-2501

■ By Train
○ Approximately 15 minutes by taxi or free shuttle bus from Shinano Railway / Echigo Tokimeki Railway "Myoko Kogen Station"
・ About 2 hours 30 minutes from Tokyo / Tokyo (Hokuriku Shinkansen) → Nagano (Shinano Railway) → Myoko Kogen
・ About 4 hours from Nagoya / Nagoya (Chuo Main Line) → Nagano (Shinano Railway) → Myoko Kogen
・ About 5 hours from Osaka / Osaka (Tokaido Shinkansen) → Nagoya (Chuo Line) → Nagano (Shinano Railway) → Myoko Kogen or Osaka (Hokuriku Main Line) → Kanazawa (Hokuriku Shinkansen) → Joetsu Myoko (Echigo Railway) → Myoko Kogen
・ About 2 hours 40 minutes from Niigata / Niigata (Shinetsu Main Line) → Naoetsu (Echigo Tokimeki Railway) → Myoko Kogen

■ By Car
○ Approximately 10 minutes (6km) from Joshinetsu Expressway Myoko Kogen I.C
・ About 2 hours 50 minutes from Tokyo / Kanetsu Expressway: Nerima I.C → Joshinetsu Expressway: Myoko Kogen I.C (251km)
・ About 1 hour 45 minutes from Niigata / Hokuriku Expressway: Niigata Nishi I.C → Joshinetsu Expressway: Myoko Kogen I.C (154km)
・ About 2 hours 20 minutes from Kanazawa / Hokuriku Expressway: Kanazawa Higashi I.C → Joshinetsu Expressway: Myoko Kogen I.C (204km)
・ About 3 hours 30 minutes from Nagoya / Chuo Expressway: Komaki JCT → Joshinetsu Expressway: Myoko Kogen I.C (291km)
・ About 5 hours 30 minutes from Osaka / Meishin Expressway: Suita I.C → Joshinetsu Expressway: Myoko Kogen I.C (466km)

Parking Information
Fee
Free for guests
Parking time
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Parking space
No restrictions
Number of parking spaces
70 cars available outdoor
Valet service
Unavailable
[For Guests Visiting by Car During the Winter Season]

Winter roads on the Joshinetsu Expressway and general roads require studless tires or tire chains.
Additionally, the slope leading to the Property is impassable without a four-wheel-drive vehicle due to snow and ice.
For guests with vehicles other than four-wheel-drive, we provide a Shuttle Service from the Akakura Kanko Resort Ski Area to the Property. Please park your car at the "Guest-Only Parking Lot (free for Property guests)" located immediately to the left upon entering the ski area, and contact the Property.
Please note that there may be waiting times, and we may not be able to provide guidance during early morning or nighttime hours.
We kindly ask for your understanding.

Pickup and drop-off information
Available (Free)We operate a free shuttle bus from Myoko Kogen Station to our hotel. ※ Operation times may vary depending on the season. Thank you for your understanding. ※ Advance reservation is required to use this service. Please inform us when making your property reservation.

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