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Set in Otaru Asarigawa Onsen, once a thriving port town along the Kitamaebune shipping route, “Otaru Retreat Kuramure” is a 19-room retreat Hotel designed by architect Makoto Nakayama under the philosophy of “tranquility,” carrying on the legacy of historic stone warehouses. All guest rooms feature natural Onsen baths, and you can enjoy an all-inclusive stay with seasonal Hokkaido kaiseki cuisine and Hokkaido wines, as well as a fermented sawdust bath produced by Ohtaka Enzyme—unique blessings of this land. In a serene space in harmony with nature, step away from the rush of everyday life and savor a stay where you can slowly cultivate time that feels truly your own.

Our 8,000-tsubo garden, begun by my great-grandfather in the early Showa era, is surrounded by trees over 100 years old and is a celebrated spot in Otaru, with 200 cherry trees in full bloom in early May. From late May through June, wisteria trellises and azaleas follow, and in summer you can enjoy viburnum snowballs, hydrangeas, and carefully tended roses. I especially love the autumn foliage in late October, and the deep winter snow that transforms everything into a pure white landscape is equally refreshing for the soul.

Located in the serene Asarigawa Onsen area of Otaru, this Resort Hotel offers a relaxing atmosphere with a candle-lit atrium lobby and an illuminated rock-built open-air bath. The comprehensive facilities, including tennis courts, a pool, a gym, and a spa, are also appealing.

A hot spring Accommodation located near the source of Asarigawa Onsen, Otaru’s hidden retreat. In summer, it’s an ideal base for golf and other leisure activities; in winter, enjoy skiing at the Asarigawa Onsen Ski Resort right in front of you. Inside the property, unwind with a sauna featuring self-service löyly and outdoor air bathing for a truly refreshing moment. Conveniently located just 20 minutes by car from central Otaru, making sightseeing easy.