Nationwide × Nature Experience AccommodationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan for family trips - 146Page Number

Katakuri no Hana stands quietly on the shore of Lake Tazawa, Japan’s deepest lake. From every lake-view guest room, enjoy sweeping views of the beautiful lapis-blue water as it changes its expression from morning to noon to evening.Open your favorite book by the window and take a deep breath, surrounded by the aroma of coffee brewed with fresh spring water. After unwinding in the large communal bath or open-air bath fed by natural Onsen, savor dishes featuring Akita’s seasonal flavors in our calm dining area. We also offer a private panoramic bath with breathtaking views over Lake Tazawa.Step away from everyday noise and rediscover your own time at this Accommodation—neither a hidden hot-spring retreat nor a large Hotel—where you simply spend time gazing at the lake. With heartfelt hospitality, enjoy a special stay filled with stillness like deep calm waters, bringing quiet balance to your mind.

A Ryokan for adults with over 110 years of history, located on the highlands of the Shigisan National Park, offering majestic mountain views and tranquility. From the guest rooms and the large communal bath on the national park side, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Shigisan. The stunning scenery and fresh air allow you to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and experience an extraordinary moment. Our carefully crafted creative Kaiseki cuisine, infused with Western essence, is meticulously prepared by our head chef using carefully selected seasonal ingredients. We personally visit producers to ensure the quality and passion behind the ingredients. Monthly tasting sessions are held within the team to perfect the seasonal Kaiseki menu. Responding to popular demand, in July 2022, we transformed the large communal bath and guest rooms with open-air baths into Onsen facilities. As an Onsen property, we have further enhanced our offerings. Enjoy the smooth and gentle Onsen waters as many times as you like. Additionally, our property is home to a variety of specialists, which adds to its charm. The master of our property is a "Sake Sommelier," and the proprietress is both a "Vegetable Sommelier" and an "Onsen Sommelier." What is a "Sake Sommelier"? A professional in Japanese sake, often referred to as the 'Sommelier of Sake.' At Kakimotoya, we carefully select local sake from Nara, matching the season and the monthly Kaiseki menu, and offer them with a professional touch. What is a "Vegetable Sommelier"? An expert in selecting vegetables and fruits, understanding their nutrients, and determining the best cooking methods for each ingredient.

Sante Inn Otari is located along the Himekawa River in Otari Village, where magnificent nature remains. One of our prides is the natural Onsen. The "Kudarise Onsen," which springs up on our premises, is renowned as a beauty-enhancing hot spring and is known for its many female repeat visitors. For meals, we serve seasonal delicacies, including our specialty freshly made soba noodles, which can only be enjoyed during that particular season. Conveniently located along National Route 148, it offers excellent access. Whether for a journey to enjoy nature, as a base for sightseeing or business, or as a gathering place for the local community, we provide a safe and relaxing space and time for people of all ages.

This is a pension located at the foot of Hakuba Sanzan in the Northern Alps. Enjoy the summer mountains with blooming flowers, the autumn with colorful leaves, mushrooms, and forest fruits, the winter with skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing, and the spring with flowers and mountain vegetables emerging from the melting snow. How about enjoying Onsen and delicious sake? In winter, spend delightful moments around the wood stove.

A small onsen ryokan with 11 rooms standing beside the ancient temple, Kozenji. The room of "Kajitsuan" with an open-air bath offers a healing space overlooking the majestic Southern Alps and the countryside scenery that changes with the seasons. The main building, constructed in the traditional Shinshu architectural style "Hontouguri," is adorned with a nostalgic appearance full of the warmth of wood. We welcome you with smiles and hospitality, just as a relaxing onsen stays.