Around Mount Bukō × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan - 2Page Number

[Chichibu Pilgrimage “Uma Year” Grand Opening of Sacred Sites: 2026/3/18–11/30] 10 minutes by car to No. 32 Hosenji Temple; the third-closest Accommodation to Mitsumine Shrine. Founded in the late Edo period, Yanagiya is an Accommodation nestled in the mountains of Oku-Chichibu, proud of its creative cuisine made with gifts from the mountains and its handmade soba noodles. The owner carefully hand-makes these wonderfully fragrant soba noodles—truly exceptional. With 400 years of history, Shibahara Onsen is one of the seven famous hot springs of Chichibu and has been used for therapeutic bathing since the early Edo period. Relax and soothe your body in our natural spring water, “Shiramimin no Yu,” drawn up from a well on the Ryokan grounds.

Shomaru Pass Garden House is surrounded by beautiful broad-leaved trees that bloom in spring and turn vibrant red and yellow in autumn, attracting a variety of wildlife and wild birds. Shomaru Pass Garden House is a Property that values this natural environment and is designed to provide a place where humans, as part of the ecosystem, can find healing from nature. Located at an altitude of 630 meters, it offers a panoramic view from central Tokyo to Yokohama on clear days, and the illuminated night view is equally enchanting. Each cottage is an independent unit, constructed as an authentic log house using high-quality Finnish pine. The terraces are open to allow guests to fully enjoy the essence of the forest (with parasols or tarp tents available for rainy days). Surrounded by trees, guests can bring their favorite ingredients and cooking tools to enjoy barbecues and more. To safely enjoy a campfire, the Facility is equipped with wood stoves on the terraces.

Miyamoto no Yu, located at the foot of Mount Fuji, is a property renowned for its "Satoyama Kaiseki" cuisine, featuring fresh vegetables from its own farm and river delicacies. The onsen "Hannya no Yu," with its high-quality alkaline water, offers a relaxing soak while enjoying views of the Chichibu mountain range. The public bath includes a sumo ring-themed open-air bath and a rock open-air bath made with Chichibu stones, available 24 hours. Additionally, luxurious private baths are available. Spacious rooms provide views of natural landscapes, ensuring a relaxing stay.

Once quietly scattered throughout town, these traditional Japanese houses have been given new life and transformed into warm, relaxing guest rooms—Machiju Guest Rooms. The Accommodation buildings are dispersed across town as a decentralized “town-walking hotel.” After checking in at the front desk, set out to explore with your “Town-Walking Passport,” which offers guests-only perks at partner shops. With a map in hand, enjoy a treasure-hunt-style stroll to places like beloved local sweet shops and public bathhouses. In the morning, savor a handmade breakfast lovingly prepared by local mothers. Spending time here as if you truly live in the town will make your travel memories even more meaningful.