Around Tedori Gorge × Nature Experience AccommodationHighly rated for rooms and amenities at Hotel·Ryokan

My wife and I stayed for one night shortly before Tanabata. We visited after seeing it featured on NHK’s “Bi no Tsubo,” because we wanted to try the irori hearth cuisine. The entrance is located within the large parking area of Shirayama Hime Shrine, and the Accommodation sits in a quiet setting between the shrine’s approach paths. Our Room was a Japanese-style tatami room, and the garden view from the engawa veranda—looking past the irori—was full of charm and very relaxing. There is no toilet in the Room, but one is very close by, so it wasn’t an issue. It felt like staying in a spacious traditional home. Also, in a reading room near the bath called Waraku-an, we could sit on chairs on the veranda and gaze at the greenery along the shrine approach, losing track of time. Dinner was served in another Japanese-style room with an irori. The appetizers presented in a bamboo basket were decorated with bamboo leaves and hydrangeas, giving a cool summer feel. After that, we enjoyed delicious dishes centered around ayu (sweetfish) grilled by the young proprietor over the irori in our room. The ayu rice was excellent as well. Including breakfast, everything was truly delicious, and the portions were just right—we were very satisfied. Before long we noticed handwritten messages from the proprietress throughout our Room and around the Accommodation. They are humorous and warm, and when you speak with her you can really feel her heartfelt hospitality and unhurried sense of time. She even said that when bears once appeared at the shrine, they had simply come to pay their respects—bravo. All in all, Wadayasan at Mt. Hakusan was an outstanding Accommodation for its setting, food, and wonderful proprietress—and it’s an Accommodation we would love to stay at again.

A serene Accommodation surrounded by rows of trees. With spacious hallways and a limited number of Rooms, we rarely encountered other guests and were able to relax and enjoy a peaceful stay.

I stayed here with my 10 kg dog. In front of the lodge, there is a beautiful grassy lawn where we could enjoy a relaxing walk. The Room is simple, with no refrigerator, TV, or toilet. However, it was kept very clean and we were able to rest comfortably. Wi-Fi is available, so there’s no problem if you bring a tablet. This is not a Hotel with every amenity—it's a mountain lodge—so you need to understand that. For dinner, we enjoyed a BBQ on the outdoor terrace with friends. I was worried insects might come around, but it turned out to be an unnecessary concern. The BBQ portions were generous—almost too much for women. Since the meat pieces are large, it would be helpful if scissors could be provided. Next time, I’d like to try the French course meal. The bath was disappointing because of an issue with the Onsen supply piping, but the tub was spacious and relaxing. Above all, being able to travel with my dog made this trip truly enjoyable—thank you for giving us that opportunity. I would love to visit again m(_ _)m

The Facility may look old, but it has a pleasantly aged charm, and it is thoroughly cleaned, so it never feels dirty. The fireplace atmosphere is wonderful! The service was very courteous, and everyone greeted us with a smile, which felt great. When we contacted the front desk, they came to our Room right away—truly attentive. The meals were very generous and we couldn’t finish everything, but we also enjoyed the game meat. The bath was well cleaned, and the open-air bath was especially relaxing with a view of the night sky!