Around Kumagawa Inn × Accommodation with Tatami Japanese-Style RoomRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

[Grand Opening in October 2020] Featured in the Michelin Guide Hokuriku 2021 Special Edition for both its restaurant and accommodation. Three renovated buildings, formerly traditional inns or detached accommodations, are scattered along the seaside of a small village. Enjoy unique fusion cuisine crafted with the blessings of Wakasa's coastal and mountain regions, blending Japanese and Western sensibilities. Experience peaceful moments as if living in a small fishing village while listening to the sound of waves. The restaurant and two accommodation buildings are located throughout the village, creating an experience where not only staying but also strolling through narrow paths, exploring the area leisurely, and exchanging greetings with locals become part of your stay.

A sister Property "Fukudaya" is just a 2-3 minute walk away. Located on the northern side of Lake Biwa along the old road of Imazu, "Usagiya" is a lakeside house available for exclusive rental to one group per day. The first floor of the two-story building features a wooden deck overlooking Lake Biwa, a semi-open-air bath, a dining table, a kitchen, a sofa, and two twin beds. The tatami Room on the second floor is equipped with a table, floor chairs, a hinoki bath, and a bedroom with futons. The layout is designed to provide a comfortable stay for families or friends. During your stay, you are free to use the kitchen.

Just a little over a one-minute walk to the Metasequoia Avenue, this is the closest Property to the site. Surrounded by a magnificent orchard and rich natural environment, we warmly welcome all our guests. Upon entering the entrance, you will find a spacious atrium lobby lounge and a bright dining Room. In the dining Room, which serves as the dining area, you can enjoy creative Japanese-Western fusion cuisine with chopsticks, paired with delicious wine and local sake for dinner. For breakfast, savor an American breakfast featuring freshly baked bread! On the second floor, there is a variety of Rooms, including twin Rooms, three-bed Rooms, 12-tatami mat Japanese-style Rooms, and Japanese-Western style Rooms. From the windows of every Room, you can enjoy the breathtaking natural scenery of Oku-Biwako. Additionally, apart from the unit baths in each Room, there is a large "private family bath" where the natural water drawn from 50 meters underground gently soothes your tired body.

Ano, a quaint fishing village full of nature, is located in a small inlet of Wakasa Bay, Obama, Fukui Prefecture. At "Shimogoro," we raise our own Wakasa pufferfish, allowing you to enjoy fresh and high-quality pufferfish dishes all year round. The tiger pufferfish at Shimogoro is truly a premium ingredient! Battling the cold, rough waves of the Sea of Japan and enduring the winter, the tiger pufferfish develops firm, chewy flesh. Additionally, you can savor the fresh seafood nurtured by Wakasa Bay and the seasonal delights throughout the year. Experience warm, homely hospitality and delicious cuisine at the Property, Wakasa Fugu no Yado Shimogoro. We look forward to welcoming you!

There is one slightly spacious independent log house and one compact cottage, separated from each other, along with three buildings and four Rooms located on the second floor of the restaurant building, all situated on a 500-tsubo property. It is conveniently located near the bypass, and being private land, there is minimal vehicle traffic, making it a quiet area. Guests can enjoy bringing their own barbecue, campfires, and fireworks. Within a 5-8 minute drive, you can reach JR Omi-Imazu Station, convenience stores, discount shops (DS), Heiwado, Komeri, Nishimatsuya, McDonald's, Autobacs, and other stores, making it a very convenient and pleasant environment. Hakodateyama Ski Resort is visible across the way, and it takes about 5 minutes by car to the gondola lift. In winter, it is popular for skiing, while from spring to autumn, many visitors come to enjoy the terrace with a panoramic view of Lake Biwa. About a 10-minute drive away, you can find the Metasequoia tree-lined road leading to Makino Highland, which stretches 2.4 kilometers with 500 trees and attracts tourists year-round. Makino Highland also features the Onsen Facility "Sarasa," which is available for day-use visitors. The Imazu Beach on Lake Biwa is nearby, where guests can enjoy fishing and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). From Imazu Port, cruises to Chikubu Island and Nagahama are available, and during cherry blossom season, special cruises to Kaizu-Osaki for cherry blossom viewing are also offered. Additionally, the freshly caught seafood market in Obama and the Nihonkai Sakana Machi in Tsuruga are both about 40 minutes away. During the high season, staff are stationed on-site, so you can consult with us anytime if you have any concerns, and we will respond flexibly to your needs.

Here, Kumagawa Stays is a post town nestled in the mountains connecting Kyoto and Wakasa, where many travelers have rested since ancient times. An overnight stay in a traditional house that has witnessed the history of travel, a sudden encounter with a mountain crab while strolling, the sunset that further reddens the red Bengara walls, and a bowl of morning porridge you make yourself. We contemplate what truly matters and aim to offer the value of simplicity. The experiences and realizations gained here should bring subtle changes to your daily life. A post town for the journey of your life.

Okamiya Aya Kasane stands beside the Mikata Five Lakes. From the guest rooms and open-air baths of the natural Onsen, enjoy lake views that change with the seasons and time of day. For dinner, we serve creative Japanese cuisine carefully prepared dish by dish using fresh seafood landed in Wakasa. Relax with the lakeside scenery and savor Wakasa’s seasonal flavors at your leisure.