Echigo Mizusawa Station × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan

Founded in the first year of the Heisei era, "Ichibankan" is an accommodation run by a husband and wife. Enjoy your stay with relaxing baths, carefully crafted homemade local cuisine, and a cozy atmosphere that feels like returning to your hometown.

[Featured as a "4 Pavilion" Facility in the Michelin Guide Niigata 2020 Special Edition] Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and take a deep breath amidst abundant nature. At Atama Kogen, which transforms with each season—lush greenery, autumn foliage, and snowy landscapes—we offer extraordinary "experiences" tailored to every type of stay, whether it's family time or a romantic getaway for two. Enjoy programs designed to spark childlike wonder by connecting with nature. Relax your mind with moments surrounded by beautiful trees, flowers, and a sky full of stars. On approximately 510 hectares of expansive land, you can fully enjoy your stay without ever leaving the Hotel grounds.

A hidden Onsen accommodation nestled in the tranquil mountains of Minamiuonuma, featuring a natural sodium chloride and bicarbonate spring. The smooth "lotion-like water" is known for its beauty-enhancing properties and is suitable for alleviating conditions such as atopy, cold sensitivity, and joint pain. Fully renovated in June 2025, the facility offers pet-friendly rooms and private baths ideal for families with small children, catering to various needs. Enjoy a warm stay with local cuisine made from Minamiuonuma Koshihikari rice and other regional ingredients, paired with renowned Echigo sake. Surrounded by seasonal mountain views and serene silence, experience modern comfort blended with traditional charm that reflects the local culture. Our staff eagerly awaits your visit!

A property along the Shinano River surrounded by abundant nature. Starting with homemade "Hasekake Rice" Koshihikari, the handmade local cuisine full of kindness is also appealing. Enjoying the onsen while gazing at the nature of Tsunan is another blissful moment. Please relax and unwind.

The luxury of having the 150-year-old traditional house “Furusawa Residence” all to yourself. In this 199 m² space, the four seasons of Tokamachi and the life of Japan’s snow country live on. In spring, wild mountain vegetables begin to sprout; in summer, a cool breeze sweeps across the rice fields under a sky full of stars. In autumn, golden terraced paddies signal the harvest; in winter, in profound silence, gather around the wood-burning stove. And brightening your morning is a warm homemade breakfast prepared at the Accommodation by local mothers. Freshly cooked Uonuma Koshihikari rice and nourishing regional dishes will soothe you to the core. Beneath thick historic beams, surrender to modern comfort and take in Japan’s timeless landscapes with all five senses. Each visit brings a different rich story—waiting just for you.

Awarded 1 Key (One Star) in the "Michelin Key" hotel selection by the Michelin Guide. Described as an accommodation "nestled deep within enchanting mountains, combining a sensitivity to environmental sustainability with the traditions of centuries-old Japanese farmhouses." Featuring blackened beams and pillars that have withstood heavy snowfall, furniture by world-renowned designers coexisting with traditional farmhouses, and contemporary art that inspires creativity and imagination. Above all, experience cuisine that embodies the powerful essence of nature. "Redefine Luxury." We believe true luxury lies in experiences and discoveries.