Nationwide × Accommodation with Mountain Vegetable CuisineRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

“Kaze no Sawa,” nestled in the satoyama countryside of Kurihara City, Miyagi Prefecture, is a one-party-per-day Accommodation renovated from a 200-year-old Registered Tangible Cultural Property. As a “chef’s Accommodation” run by an owner-chef, we welcome one group at a time as a couple, offering an immersive stay that becomes an experience in itself.Here, everything—from sourcing ingredients and preparation to setting the space—is done by our own hands. For this reason, we intentionally limit our opening days and value the time to engage sincerely with each stay.Centered around the thatched-roof main house, a tea room, meditation room, and art exhibition spaces are scattered across the grounds. Spanning over 5,000 tsubo (approx. 16,500 m²), the property is surrounded by seasonal nature throughout the year. In this tranquil setting, you can enjoy a quiet escape from everyday life.Dinner features a course menu made with seasonal ingredients personally selected by the chef through visits to farms and fishing ports and direct connections with producers. Each dish expresses the blessings of Tohoku—of that day and that place.Enjoy an exceptional stay where nature, culture, and cuisine resonate together—within a space that preserves the character of this cultural heritage building while offering modern comfort.

Established in 1930, this accommodation takes pride in its cuisine, showcasing the charm of Mt. Gassan. Enjoy mountain village dishes that combine traditional vegetarian and wild vegetable cuisine with meat and fish, all prepared with safety, quality, and taste in mind. Relax in the "Ochimizu no Yu," known as the "Water of Rejuvenation" from ancient Japanese poetry, while admiring the seasonal beauty from six different baths. Unwind in a serene atmosphere where you can gaze at Mt. Gassan's nature or quietly enjoy reading—spend your own special "Tsutaya time."

Alongside Shirakami-Sanchi and Oku-Kurobe, Oku-Tadami and Oku-Oze are among Japan’s most remote hidden regions. The place name “Oze” is said to derive from Oze Saburo, who is believed to have reached this land after being exiled from the capital during the Heian period. Since then, these mountains have been spoken of as a sacred realm where the gods dwell.Echigo-Komagatake—one of Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains—and Nakanodake and Arasawadake—both among the 200 Famous Mountains—tower before you. Along the Kitanomata River, you can even spot large char with the naked eye, in scenery reminiscent of Kamikochi. This is Oku-Tadami / Ginzan-daira: one of Japan’s great wildernesses, one of its heaviest snowfall areas, a place frequented by writer Takeshi Kaiko, and a region where vast nature remains on a scale comparable to Kurobe–Tateyama.Oze Jutto offers six villa suites in hand-cut log house cabins, plus four standard rooms on the second floor of the restaurant building.For dinner, we serve a course meal created from that day’s ingredients.In winter, snowfall exceeds seven meters; in spring, meltwater nourishes the forest; in summer, life overflows; and in autumn, abundance fills these deep mountains.Wild mountain vegetables, mushrooms, game meat—and crystal-clear water… all are gifts from an ecosystem that has endured since ancient times.At our restaurant “Seizan Ryokusui,” we aim to express this primeval landscape. It is never extravagant cuisine—but it is not merely a meal to fill your stomach either.A journey to taste myth and climate-bound memory: that is “Seizan Ryokusui” primeval cuisine.

This property offers the opportunity to enjoy rich nature, onsen with water directly from the source, and the unique flavors of northeastern Tohoku. In our region, skilled mountain workers have long been called Yamado. The role of Yamado is to convey the beauty, blessings, and warmth of the mountains to visiting guests.

After driving for about an hour, you will reach a deep mountain valley where you can experience the beauty and unique charm of a remote countryside.Established in 1895 as the lodging for the Hōjōji Temple on Mount Daibizan in the depths of Kurama, Kyoto. Quietly nestled in a secluded mountain valley, our property accommodates only four groups per day. Enjoy exquisite dishes prepared with seasonal wildflowers, fresh vegetables, and fish.

A rural property boasting mountain cuisine that feels like savoring the entire earth. It abundantly uses the robust natural blessings of local Minakami. Enjoy a tranquil time away from the city's hustle and bustle in private dining rooms, private baths featuring Minakami Onsen 'Hōju no Yu,' and guest rooms with open-air baths. Here at Shōbun, you can experience the scent of the wind, the sound of insects, the murmur of streams, and the twinkle of stars. Please relax and enjoy your stay at this heartfelt rural property.

Hida-Furukawa, known as “Takayama’s inner retreat,” is a charming town lined with traditional townhouses, white-walled storehouses, and the Setogawa River where carp swim. We have been operating this Accommodation for over 180 years. Our Meiji-era building, showcasing the craftsmanship of Hida artisans, is designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan. Our 18 guest rooms are spread across three buildings: Shogetsuro (a merchant-style building built in 1905), Kogetsuro (a sukiya-style building built in the early Showa period), and Kangetsuro (built in the Heisei era) overlooking Honkoji Temple and the Araki River. Each offers its own distinct atmosphere. Enjoy a sense of closeness between people unlike in the city, and take time to reconnect with yourself.

Maruya Ryokan, established in the first year of the Meiji era, offers a refined and modern yet comfortable space within its deeply historic ambiance, creating the perfect hidden retreat.

A property located in a valley, just a 10-minute walk from the renowned Kazura Bridge in the village of Iya. The morning mist rising from the deep mountain valleys is a sight worth seeing. Vibrant greenery, chirping birds, and the sound of babbling streams. The countryside cuisine, focusing on river delicacies, is also highly praised.

Kashiwaya Property Gassan is a small Onsen property located at the foot of Mount Gassan, in the Gassan Shizu Onsen area. It is an ideal base for spring and summer skiing at Gassan, hiking Mount Gassan, and touring the Three Mountains of Dewa. The seasonal local cuisine, featuring various wild vegetables harvested locally, is highly praised. After enjoying Gassan, relax in the Onsen.

A traditional-style inn located at the entrance of Mount Amakazari, one of Japan's 100 famous mountains. Enjoy forest bathing and natural hot spring water in the open-air bath surrounded by beech forests. Also ideal as a base for nature walks and mountain climbing. Refresh both body and mind in the great outdoors.

The Onsen at Umegashima, renowned as Takeda Shingen's hidden retreat, features a Property with four distinct rooms. The four Onsen can be reserved for private use, and meals crafted with local ingredients are served in private dining rooms. Enjoy your time without worrying about your surroundings.

An Accommodation at the foot of the Northern Alps in the Hotaka Onsen area. Enjoy creative kaiseki cuisine featuring mountain delicacies personally foraged by our head chef and seasonal ingredients from Azumino. Our Japanese-modern guest rooms, renovated in March 2020, come in three types inspired by signature Shinshu colors. Relax in our soft-feeling alkaline simple Onsen, available in a stone-lined open-air bath and a spacious large public bath. Soak while taking in the changing seasons, and at night, enjoy the moon and stars as you unwind in the Onsen.

A serene Onsen Ryokan, "Kasenen Senjin Onsen Iwa no Yu," nestled in the mountains of Suzaka City, Nagano Prefecture. A mystical place where you can experience the beauty of the changing seasons. The secret to its many repeat visitors lies in the philosophy of hosting travelers while the hosts themselves continue their journey of life, deepening their craft. Every aspect, from cuisine to design to hospitality, cherishes the connections between people. Some things remain unchanged through time, while others evolve with the times—all for the sake of people. Come and rejuvenate your mind and body at this one-of-a-kind, special retreat.

The air resonates with the chanting of sutras, the chirping of birds, and the grand chorus of cicadas and frogs. Surrounded by towering trees and tranquil silence, this place has been offering a serene retreat for over 150 years, providing a space to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and find peace for both body and mind. We take pride in serving Shojin Ryori, a rich and flavorful vegetarian cuisine. The stars of our dishes are vegetables from our own garden and wild plants handpicked by our chefs. We invite you to see, taste, and feel the abundance of nature, experiencing it with all five senses. We believe in the unique value this place offers and look forward to welcoming you.

The Kyubei Ryokan, established in the mid-Edo period, is a small property featuring a Japanese garden.

In the Nyuto Onsenkyo area, there are numerous properties with excellent onsen qualities. Among them, Nyuto Onsenkyo Myounoyu is a proud property combining the two sources of 'Golden' and 'Silver' onsen, viewed from Kansai. Additionally, it is highly appreciated as a charming property that balances the simplicity and antiquity of a small hidden onsen with modernity.