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HOTEL KEYFOREST HOKUTO

Yamanashi Prefecture／Yatsugatake / Kobuchizawa
¥50,000～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥47,500〜
(USD 304.09)

An extraordinary retreat where modernity and tradition blend seamlessly into Hokuto’s natural surroundings.

A small boutique Hotel with only six rooms, inspired by the forest of Kobuchizawa, where the deep history of the Jomon period breathes. The innovative facade architecture, which suddenly appears amidst the nature of Yatsugatake, is designed by internationally acclaimed architect Atsushi Kitagawara. It offers a space where nature, art, and modernity blend, providing "time to rediscover yourself." Each guest room is uniquely designed with interiors themed around unchanging natural elements such as light, mountains, and forests since the Jomon period. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets over Japan's iconic majestic mountains, including the Southern Alps, Yatsugatake, and Mount Fuji, from the rooftop terrace with a 360° view of a star-filled sky. Relax to the core of your body in a private, reservation-only, natural hot spring Onsen with flowing water directly from the source. And savor carefully selected whiskies in the exclusive bar for Hotel guests, while listening to the serene silence of the rich forest. Amidst the tranquility of nature, away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, spend a moment of extraordinary peace.

4.40 - Good(34)
  • Starry skies and birdsong

    Stylish yet easy to use. At night, Jupiter shone brightly from the terrace, and in the morning we were soothed by the birds’ songs. Not only was the full-course dinner wonderful, but breakfast was also absolutely delicious! We enjoyed breakfast on the terrace. Thank you very much.

    Kiti 4/16/2026

  • It was a wonderful stay, and this is a Hotel we would love to visit again.

    小さなとけい 4/6/2026

Facilities and Services

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  • Hot spring
  • Spa facility
Open-air bath / Free-flowing hot spring / Private bath / Free shuttle service / Room service
IN15:00～22:00
OUT11:00
Number of rooms6 rooms
PetNot allowed
Your childNot allowed
As the Accommodation features many art pieces and antiques, we kindly ask that children under 11 years old not stay with us. At Nakamura Whisky Saloon, guests under 20 years old are not permitted after bar hours begin at 17:00.

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Sunlit Room with a View of the Southern Alps from the Window
Luxury King 【Non-Smoking】
  • Double
  • 52㎡
  • Capacity 1~3 people

Experience an Art Stay with Ease [No Meals Included]

IN 15:00～22:00
OUT 11:00
¥50,000～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥47,500〜
(USD 304.09)

Art-Inspired Stay with Breakfast Included

IN 15:00～22:00
OUT 11:00
¥56,600～
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥53,770〜
(USD 344.23)
Room inspired by the Yatsugatake mountains and other peaks.
Luxury Twin 【Non-Smoking】
  • Twin
  • 52㎡
  • Capacity 1~3 people

Experience an Art Stay with Ease [No Meals Included]

IN 15:00～22:00
OUT 11:00
¥50,000～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥47,500〜
(USD 304.09)

Art-Inspired Stay with Breakfast Included

IN 15:00～22:00
OUT 11:00
¥56,600～
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥53,770〜
(USD 344.23)
Luxury Triple 【Non-Smoking】
  • Twin
  • 56.1㎡
  • Capacity 1~3 people

Experience an Art Stay with Ease [No Meals Included]

IN 15:00～22:00
OUT 11:00
¥50,000～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥47,500〜
(USD 304.09)

Art-Inspired Stay with Breakfast Included

IN 15:00～22:00
OUT 11:00
¥56,600～
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥53,770〜
(USD 344.23)

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Introduction of the Accommodation

Relaxation Spa Key Forest
Hotel Keyforest Room
Relaxation Spa Key Forest
Hotel Keyforest Room

Hotel Keyforest Room

Room

The central Hotel of Kobuchizawa Art Village and nearby Facility. Each of the 6 Rooms features themes representing Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, such as wind and water. Opened in May 2021, AYUS VILLA MISEN offers a retreat experience based on Ayurvedic philosophy, with detached Rooms featuring outdoor Onsen. Experience extraordinary relaxation in the secluded Rooms nestled within the forest.

Restaurant
Restaurant

At the original "Steakhouse Keith Spring," established since the founding of Kobuchizawa Art Village, the Koshū Wine Beef steak, delivered directly from local farms, is highly popular. Additionally, at the hotel bar "Nakamura Whisky Saloon," featuring vintage single malt whiskies from around the world, enjoy an exquisite moment.

Sky Terrace
Other Facilities

The panoramic view from the Sky Terrace, overlooking Yatsugatake, the Southern Alps, and Mount Fuji, is exceptional. Guests can enjoy various activities such as exclusive onsen and spa for property guests, the Nakamura Keith Haring Museum, and the Kobuchizawa Country Club to fully experience nature.

Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation

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

Basic Information

TaxesHot Spring Tax: JPY 150 per person
Card information
VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS
Pets
Not allowed
BreakfastWe offer a colorful American breakfast featuring an abundance of ingredients from the southern foothills of Mt. Yatsugatake. Breakfast: JPY 3,300 (tax included)
Your child
You cannot stay.
As the Accommodation features many art pieces and antiques, we kindly ask that children under 11 years old not stay with us. At Nakamura Whisky Saloon, guests under 20 years old are not permitted after bar hours begin at 17:00.
Room service
Available for use
Room service is available from 11:00 to 22:00 for the cafe menu only. Breakfast room service is also available. *Room service is not available to facilities other than the Main Building.*
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
■AYUS VILLA MISEN This Ayurveda salon is reservation-only and about a 2-minute walk from the Hotel. Enjoy a fully private, exclusive space for one party at a time, along with an open-air Onsen. We offer a wide range of treatments centered on Ayurveda, the world’s oldest living traditional medicine with 5,000 years of wisdom. *Hours: 10:00–19:00 (last appointment) *Priority is given to staying guests; please let us know your preferred date.
Fitness gym
None
Open-air bath
The number of Open-air bath
Business Hours
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Hot spring
None
Free-flowing
None
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
Remarks
Private bath
The number of Private bath
1
Business Hours
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Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
Available
Milky hot spring water
Available
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring (Heating)
Remarks
• The Onsen is about a 3-minute walk from the Hotel. • Guests staying at the Hotel may use it for 60 minutes. • The open-air Onsen is mixed-gender. If needed, we can provide Onsen wear—please let us know. • It may be unavailable in rainy weather or during periods of severe cold. • If you use the Onsen Facility, Hot Spring Tax will be charged separately.
Spring quality and benefits

※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.

SaunaNone
Hot stone spaNone
OthersAt “Nakamura Whisky Saloon,” we offer Hakushu whisky produced locally in Hokuto City’s Hakushu area, as well as whiskies from around the world, beer, cocktails, and soft drinks (Hours: 17:00–22:00; last entry at 21:30). Guests under 20 years old are not permitted after bar time begins at 17:00.

Reviews

Overall Score
4.40
Good (34)
  • Rooms & Amenities
    4.53
  • Facility
    4.47
  • Hospitality & Service
    4.50
  • Meals
    4.38
  • Onsen & Bath
    4.06
  • Satisfaction
    4.44

*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*

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

Access Information

Address
Yamanashi Prefecture10248-16 Kobuchizawa-cho, Hokuto City
TEL：+81-5-5136-8755

[From Tokyo Area]
By car: Via the Chuo Expressway from Shinjuku IC to Kobuchizawa IC (approx. 2 hr 20 min), then about 5 min from the interchange.
By train: Take the JR Chuo Line Limited Express Azusa from Shinjuku Station to Kobuchizawa Station (approx. 2 hr), then Shuttle Service (10 min) from Kobuchizawa Station.
By highway bus: Take the Shinjuku–Suwa/Okaya/Chino line from Busta Shinjuku and get off at Chuo-do Kobuchizawa (approx. 2 hr 30 min), then Shuttle Service (5 min) from the bus stop.

[From Nagoya Area]
By car: Head toward Komaki JCT from central Nagoya; take the Chuo Expressway from Komaki JCT to Kobuchizawa IC (approx. 2 hr 30 min from Komaki), then about 5 min from the interchange.
By train: From Nagoya Station, take the Limited Express Shinano (JR Chuo Main Line); transfer at Shiojiri Station to the Limited Express Azusa and get off at Kobuchizawa Station (approx. 3 hr), then Shuttle Service (10 min) from Kobuchizawa Station.
By highway bus: Take the Ryuo/Kofu–Nagoya line from Nagoya Station (Shinkansen Exit) and get off at Chuo-do Kobuchizawa (approx. 3 hr 20 min), then Shuttle Service (5 min) from the bus stop.

[From Osaka Area]
By car: Head toward Suita JCT from central Osaka; via Suita JCT, take the Meishin Expressway and Chuo Expressway to Kobuchizawa IC (approx. 4 hr 10 min from Suita), then about 5 min from the interchange.
By train: From Shin-Osaka Station, take the Tokaido Shinkansen; transfer at Nagoya Station to Limited Express Shinano (JR Chuo Main Line); transfer at Shiojiri Station to Limited Express Azusa; get off at Kobuchizawa Station (approx. 3 hr 30 min–4 hr), then Shuttle Service (10 min) from Kobuchizawa Station.

Parking Information
Fee
Free for guests
Parking time
During your stay
Parking space
No restrictions
Number of parking spaces
12 cars available outdoor
Valet service
Unavailable

Pickup and drop-off information
Available (Free)We offer a free Shuttle Service from JR Kobuchizawa Station or the highway bus stop to the Hotel.
Please let us know your arrival time in advance.

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