Kashiwara Station (Hyogo Prefecture) × Western Cuisine AccommodationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

A different world just an hour's drive from Keihanshin, Tamba Sasayama is a castle town centered around the nationally designated historic site of Sasayama Castle Ruins. The rural landscapes with traditional farming villages, rice fields, and mountain ranges, along with local agricultural products like Tamba Sasayama black adzuki beans and Tamba chestnuts, offer visitors a sense of peace and comfort. In 2017, the Dekansho Festival of Tamba Sasayama was selected as Japan's first "Japan Heritage" by the Agency for Cultural Affairs.Tamba Sasayama is blessed with abundant nature that nurtures renowned specialties known throughout the whole country. From rice praised for its stickiness and sweetness to black soybeans, matsutake mushrooms, chestnuts, premium Sanda beef, and wild game such as boar and deer raised in the surrounding mountains—this area truly is a treasure trove of branded ingredients.Sasayama Castle Town Hotel NIPPONIA reimagines the entire historic castle town as a hotel by restoring scattered historical buildings into accommodations. The guest rooms retain their original design while offering modern comfort in an elegant setting. For dinner, guests can enjoy authentic French cuisine featuring seasonal ingredients from Tamba Sasayama.From guest houses scattered across the castle town within walking distance to attractions like the grand hall of Sasayama Castle Ruins or samurai residences to long-established shops and trendy new spots—the harmony between old and new defines this unique destination. Experience "staying as if blending into" this charming town while enjoying a journey filled with relaxation and gourmet delights.

On April 25, 2025 (Friday), Granviero Hotel Tamba Sasayama Wakura will open in Tamba Sasayama, Hyogo Prefecture. Tamba Sasayama is a place where beautiful streetscapes, history, and nature coexist. We welcome each guest with heartfelt hospitality that captures the charm of the town and embodies Route Inn Hotels' timeless spirit of "Japanese heart."The guest rooms feature a serene tatami-style design with low beds, combining traditional Japanese ambiance with modern comfort. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere where you can relax barefoot and experience restful sleep on beds at an ideal height.Our natural Onsen "Asagiri no Yu" is characterized by its high heat-retention effect that warms your body from within despite being colorless, transparent, and tasteless. Immerse yourself in this soothing bath to unwind and relieve daily fatigue.For dining, we offer exquisite dishes for both breakfast and dinner made with seasonal ingredients. Savor the fresh local produce during your stay.

A space reborn using red roof tiles from a demolished community hall and an old storehouse offers a quietly nostalgic atmosphere where time seems to slow down. The star of this Accommodation is the food, nurtured by the climate and culture of Tamba. Enjoy creative French cuisine made with the season’s finest local ingredients—Tamba chestnuts, black soybeans, Tajima beef, and vegetables from our own farm—served with chopsticks in a relaxed, unpretentious style. Each dish, savored alongside satoyama countryside views, adds vivid color to your travel memories.We also offer a spacious natural-grass dog run and an indoor terrace where you can dine with your dog. Exceptional cuisine, an inspiring setting, and a garden your dog will love—this is the dog-friendly Accommodation you’ve been looking for, with no compromises. A hidden retreat in Tamba that brings deeply satisfying time to both you and your beloved companion.

Mameya is a private rental Accommodation—an early Taisho-era nationally registered Tangible Cultural Property—renovated under the design of Shinsozai Kenkyujo. Surrounded by a landscape of stone garden and tiled roof, the space is filled with tranquility, and at night soft lights illuminate the garden. Reserve all four uniquely styled rooms and enjoy the original architectural details: a Western-style lounge that evokes the building’s early days, bedrooms with exposed beams, and views of the stone garden through yukimi shoji screens—an experience that feels like stepping back into the Taisho period. Spend a soothing moment at Mameya, a special place where Tamba-Sasayama’s history, nature, and art resonate together.

Just a 1-minute drive from Hikami IC on the Kita-Kinki Toyooka Expressway—an extremely convenient location for guests arriving by car. Enjoy a free buffet breakfast, dinner service with an all-you-can-drink alcohol option (paid), free parking, and a large communal bath with artificial Onsen (Komeiseki). We look forward to welcoming you as a base for business or sightseeing.

[Stay in an authentic log house built with Canadian timber] Enjoy terrace BBQ and a fully equipped kitchen; with equipment rentals, you can BBQ hands-free. Stay in a spacious log house surrounded by nature and enjoy a private-villa getaway! Cool in summer and warm in winter, this carefully crafted log house made from genuine Canadian wood offers the cozy warmth of natural timber and plenty of space to relax. Myoken Fuji Country Club is on-site. A leisure park with free athletic facilities and grassy areas is 1 minute by car. <About 30 minutes from the Chugoku Expressway Takinosha IC>