Azusui Oiwake Station × Popular Stays for Travel with BabyRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

A private villa for one group per day, "Senshin-an," nestled in the tranquility of Azumino at the foot of the Northern Alps. Spanning over 200 square meters, this Japanese-modern retreat features exquisite wooden craftsmanship by master carpenters and an authentic tea room. Enjoy a blissful time soaking in natural Onsen with free-flowing spring water while taking in the seasonal scenery. Escape from daily life and indulge in the luxury of doing nothing—this special moment is yours alone to cherish here.

Nestled in a quiet villa area in Azumino–Hotaka at the foothills of the Northern Alps, this is a private Onsen Accommodation limited to one group per day, rented as an entire house. In the hinoki bath made from Kiso cypress, you can enjoy free-flowing natural hot spring water drawn from the mountains. The approx. 450 m² garden features local plants that bud and change with the seasons, and you can feel these transitions from the living room. At night, a star-filled sky spreads across the clear air, bringing a stillness far from everyday life. In the morning, we offer a light breakfast featuring freshly grated wasabi. Although winters are severe in this area, a pellet stove like a fireplace is installed for comfortable stays even in autumn and winter. Daio Wasabi Farm and the Azumino Chihiro Art Museum are about 15 minutes away by car. The nearest ski resort is Jiigatake Ski Resort—ideal for beginners and families—about 30 minutes away by car. Hakuba, Kurobe, Kamikochi, and Matsumoto are all within about an hour’s drive. Enjoying views of the Northern Alps foothills, this Accommodation is an ideal base for exploring Azumino’s unique nature and culture at a relaxed pace. Step away from daily life and spend time restoring both body and mind.

In a villa area harmonized with nature and the idyllic countryside, log houses for rent are lined up. Each Property is rented out entirely, allowing you to maintain privacy and stay without worrying about other guests. From spring to autumn, enjoy private barbecues in the cottage garden, and in winter, experience a wood stove in the living room—offering a year-round villa lifestyle.The cottages range in size from 1 to 6 bedrooms, accommodating the number of guests. They are popular for couples, family trips, group trips, and three-generation family vacations. Some cottages can accommodate up to 18 people, making them suitable for family reunions, training camps, workshops, or social gatherings.All Properties are equipped with furniture, appliances, kitchens, cooking utensils, and tableware, making them suitable for stays from one night to mid-to-long-term. There are also cottages where you can stay with pets and cottages with natural Onsen. Grocery shopping is within a 10-minute drive, and cars can be parked right next to the cottage garden, making luggage transport easy.For BBQs, renting a BBQ set is recommended. With a full set of BBQ equipment available for rent, all you need to bring are ingredients, drinks, and seasonings to enjoy a hassle-free BBQ. For the winter wood stove experience, we ensure even first-timers can enjoy it safely by setting it up so that it lights easily with just one match.As for sightseeing in the surrounding area, we recommend visiting Kamikochi, Kurobe Dam, the Hakuba area, Matsumoto Castle, and hiking in the Northern Alps.

Even a small journey can bring encounters with the wind, conversations with objects, and meetings with people. Even a small journey, I want to take it slowly, living humanly... In July 1988, Lodge Azumino Yujin opened in a corner of the forest of Suzurei Hill in Azumino, nestled among the red pine and oak woods spreading across the foothills of the Northern Alps. Since my first solo trip during high school, I have visited various places, met many people, and had countless experiences... When I first traveled to Hokkaido, I encountered people living simply and generously amidst the vast nature. Experiencing a world completely different from the hustle and bustle of the city where I grew up, I was struck by culture shock and began to dream of one day living leisurely in a land rich in nature. My first encounter with Azumino was when I traveled to Kamikochi and Norikura and happened to stay at a vacant Property. Since then, it has become a place where I feel at ease without reason, a place I visit whenever I have time, doing nothing but relaxing and idling away... Around that time, I read in a book about people living in the forested areas of Canada, cutting trees and building cabins with them, known as log houses. With a passion for authentic Canadian log houses, a love for wood, a dedication to Azumino, and a belief in how people should live to be true to themselves, I continue to move forward at my own pace with these thoughts in my heart.