To Shi 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.

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.