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Half embedded in a forested slope, half seemingly floating in midair—this donut-shaped architectural masterpiece can be walked around in a full circle. A highly original space featured in numerous architecture magazines and used as a filming location for the TV drama “Galileo.”【A one-of-a-kind sleep experience】 Beyond its striking form, the standout experience is actually the bedroom. The sleeping area is set within the earth, and the moment you step inside, you’ll notice its unique atmosphere. With minimal temperature fluctuation throughout the year and the comforting sense of being embraced by the ground, you’ll be gently guided into deep, high-quality sleep.【Enjoy it your way】 In the living room is a Steinway grand piano—the same model John Lennon loved. Play as inspiration strikes, stock up on local ingredients and lose yourself in cooking— or indulge in the ultimate luxury: doing nothing at all.【Our most popular option: Private Chef Plan】 Authentic Italian cuisine sourced directly from renowned nearby restaurants. We prepare signature dishes from these celebrated establishments at your table in this iconic architectural setting. We also offer a more casual Catering Plan for an easier dining option. As dining out or shopping requires traveling by car, we highly recommend considering our Private Chef service for dinner.【The luxury of slowing down】 Time spent here isn’t simply a trip to admire scenery—it’s a journey inward: toward yourself, your family, or close friends you can truly relax with. Deep conversations that arise only in stillness. Bonds that quietly grow stronger during unhurried moments. A chance to remember something important that may have been left behind in an ever-accelerating world. These moments at Rō no Ie are among today’s greatest luxuries.【Enjoy nature while staying in】 A car is essential to reach central Karuizawa or convenience stores. The building also prioritizes design over practicality by structure. But that is exactly what makes it so special—a true escape from everyday life, surrounded by nature. Perfect for seasoned travelers who embrace every inconvenience as part of the adventure—and for children too—this stay promises memories that will last a lifetime.

Fully renovated in 2022! A spacious Resort Hotel of over 48 square meters with an adjoining golf course. Equipped with a large public bath with a sauna! All rooms come with a kitchen and microwave, and you are free to bring your own food. Wake up to the sound of birds chirping! For breakfast, choose from a nutritious Japanese breakfast set featuring Nagano's local dish Nozawana pickles, eggs, natto, and other carefully selected ingredients to enjoy with white rice, seasonal grilled fish, miso soup, and salad, or a Western breakfast set with a variety of breads sourced from a local bakery, fresh salad, bacon, and rich yet light scrambled eggs that make it hard to decide where to start. Rooms are available for guests traveling with pets (small dogs)! Enjoy a relaxing stay in Karuizawa with your dog. About 1 hour from Tokyo by Hokuriku Shinkansen (free Shuttle Service from the station available, reservation required). Approximately 15 minutes by car from "Shinano-Oiwake" station. Free parking available (200 cars), no reservation required. Guests arriving by car are required to use studless tires from November to March.

Hoshio Hamlet, tucked deep in Nammoku Village at the far western edge of Gunma Prefecture, is a true hidden retreat where Japan’s nostalgic original landscape still remains. Traditional farmhouses over 100 years old (former sericulture homes) still stand here, and the stone walls built by earlier generations create a remarkable scenery. The “Shiomizu Mineral Spring” (local name), once used as the hamlet’s public bathhouse, was revived as Hoshio Onsen through the efforts of villagers and supporters from outside the village. The bath attached to each Room features free-flowing hot spring water from Hoshio Onsen (piped directly from the source). Its reddish, golden-hued water warms you to the core and leaves your skin smooth—an Onsen known for its beautifying qualities. Tateiwa: A 40-tatami total pure Japanese-style Room with two connected 12-tatami rooms (24 tatami), surrounded by a three-sided veranda corridor + private open-air Onsen bath for guests Hoshio: A 20-tatami Western-style Room with an 8-tatami living area plus two 6-tatami bedrooms finished with solid hinoki wood for a natural woody fragrance + private open-air Onsen bath for guests Hoshiogawa: A 10-tatami Western-style Room with views of the Hoshiogawa River right in front of you + private Onsen rock bath for guests (the tub is tiled—a symbol of Showa-era romance) Step away from city crowds, immerse yourself in silence filled only with murmuring streams and birdsong, soak in Hoshio Onsen, gaze at the stars at night, and enjoy a truly extraordinary escape. <Hot spring quality of Hoshio Onsen> Sodium-Calcium Bicarbonate-Chloride Cold Mineral Spring (Hypotonic Neutral Cold Mineral Spring)