Around Mount Subari × Highly rated Hotel·Ryokan

I stayed one night to explore Midagahara. Compared with the Murodo area, there were fewer people, and it was a very calm Hotel. I could enjoy walking around at my own pace, which was great. I also enjoyed the Hotel’s guided walks and stargazing. The meals were delicious, and the one-hour free-flow drinks option was a great value. I would love to visit again.

This is a small Hotel with a warm, homey atmosphere. We were impressed by the thoughtfully prepared dinner and breakfast, creatively made with local mountain ingredients. Thank you very much.

This is a wonderful Hotel. IHG members can check out at 2:00 PM, so you can work up a sweat in the large public bath during a quieter time before heading home. Breakfast is delicious, and after you order an egg dish it is brought to your table, so you don’t have to wait for several minutes in front of the live kitchen—an appreciated touch. The “Bircher muesli” on the menu is especially recommended. Finally, the location is excellent: taking advantage of its convenient setting, you can drive about 10 minutes early in the morning to Ogizawa Station and reach Kurobe Dam from there—only about 30 minutes to this spectacular dam in the sky.

Because we live a vegan lifestyle, we really appreciated that the shop sold vegan noodles. The bath and the service were excellent, and we would love to stay again if we have the opportunity. Thank you very much.

It was a very attentive Hotel. The Room was thoroughly cleaned and felt very clean, and the meals were delicious, which made my family very happy. Above all, the staff always greeted us with a smile, and I’m glad we chose this Hotel.

I made a Reservation because I wanted to go snowboarding. The free Shuttle Service to several ski resorts was very convenient. The Onsen and Room were clean, and the meals were luxurious with all-you-can-drink alcohol. The price of around 10,000 yen is an incredible deal. It truly turned into an enjoyable trip. Staying at this Hotel makes you not want to stay at any other Hotel. Thank you very much!

I stayed during the lovely summer season.\nBecause it was a weekday, they upgraded my Room, and I was able to enjoy a very spacious Japanese-style room.\nThe town itself has a calm, homey feel and hasn’t been overly commercialized for tourism; being surrounded 360 degrees by nature—green and blue—was truly refreshing for both body and mind.\nThe building has been renovated, so it didn’t feel old and everything was kept clean. However, from the entrance to the lobby there were everyday items that felt a bit cluttered, which was a slight downside for anyone looking for an escape from daily life.\nThat said, the gentleman at the front desk was very kind and warm-hearted, the meals (both dinner and breakfast) were delicious, and the staff’s thoughtful hospitality made me feel like “it’s like coming back to Grandpa’s house,” so overall I’m glad I chose this Accommodation.\nThere is an open-air bath, but it felt slightly exposed as if someone might be able to look in from outside, so in the morning I used only the indoor bath.

We stayed for two nights. We didn’t include meals, but the Room was very spacious and spotlessly clean, so we had a comfortable stay. We were able to relax in the bath as it was private during our use. The front desk staff were very friendly, and we enjoyed chatting with them. We would love to stay again when we visit Omachi. Thank you very much.

The Room was very clean and well maintained, making our stay comfortable, and the full moon view from the open-air bath was wonderful. Thank you very much.

We stayed here on the day we visited Kurobe Dam. It was conveniently close to the Ogizawa parking lot. Check-in was a little busy, but after that it never felt crowded, and we were able to take a relaxing bath and enjoy our meal at an unhurried pace, which helped us recover from sightseeing fatigue. The staff member who assisted us during dinner appeared to be from overseas, and their explanations and service were perfectly timed and very pleasant.

I stayed with a breakfast-included plan. The lovely hostess warmly welcomed me and showed me to a clean and charming room, though it was a bit old. Walking through the entrance, I passed a hallway adorned with various antique furnishings, which were truly impressive. The bath was great, but it was a bit disappointing that the open-air bath was unavailable during the morning. Breakfast was carefully prepared dish by dish, with plenty of rice and mushrooms, and it was absolutely delicious. I was also delighted by the warm send-off at the end. This is an accommodation I would love to visit again.

This accommodation offers exceptionally delicious cuisine. The roasted duck for dinner is particularly exquisite, and even though it was the day before a marathon, I couldn't resist ordering red wine. Breakfast included soft, chewy bread and a milk-rich soup, providing ample energy. Unlimited coffee during both dinner and breakfast was a delightful treat for coffee lovers.

The breathtaking fresh greenery seen through the picture window was wonderful, and I was also able to fully indulge in the luxurious quality of the Onsen itself. I look forward to staying again.

There are various Onsen, but in my experience, Tsuta Onsen, Kuzu Onsen, and Ohira Onsen are mild and welcoming for everyone. For easy access from the Kanto region, Kuzu Onsen in Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture is recommended. At Takasekan in Kuzu Onsen, you can enjoy dishes made with plenty of local ingredients—so many that it might be hard to finish them all. While it may not be gourmet cuisine, everything is delicious. Dinner portions are particularly generous. I visited Kuzu Onsen 11 years ago as well and remember the dessert being delightful at that time too. Including a single piece of fruit would make it even better for those who prefer locally sourced items or lighter options. It’s preferable for leftover food to be handled out of sight rather than at guests' tables. Even part-time staff should ensure thorough cleaning of ashtrays and toilets for an impeccable experience overall.

Thank you very much for your kind support the other day! From the check-in explanation onward, you assisted us so thoughtfully, and we truly felt the hospitality of all the staff. Not only the Room, but also the table area in front of the house was arranged so we could spend our time comfortably, and we had a very pleasant stay. Our whole family loved the lodge for its cleanliness and the warmth of wood, so we would be happy to stay again if we have another opportunity. Thanks to you, we were able to enjoy fireworks at night, as well as the Onsen in Omachi Onsenkyo and sightseeing in Tateyama Kurobe—making wonderful summer memories! Thank you very much!