소녀상 주변 × 식사의 평가가 높은 호텔·료칸

I had long wanted to stay at Towada Hotel, and on this visit what impressed me most was the building itself—and how thoughtfully the Hotel shares its history so guests can truly appreciate it. The carefully preserved entrance is captivating from the moment you look up, with beautiful timber framing and intricate details. There are highlights everywhere, inside and out, making it a joy simply to walk around. Former features such as the old vault room have also been kept, and I found it fascinating to experience the unique character that only a building shaped by many years can offer. The Room I stayed in was “Kakitsubata.” I especially appreciated that each Room’s design and details are introduced within the Hotel. For “Kakitsubata,” I could learn in depth about the materials used for elements such as the ceiling, tokobashira (alcove post), and tokogamachi (alcove frame), as well as how they have been repaired over time. Rather than simply admiring a historic building from afar, being able to spend the night knowing the story of my own Room felt like a truly luxurious experience. In my Room, my favorite feature was the small round window. Beyond it, Lake Towada and the surrounding mountains were perfectly framed—like looking at a painting. It isn’t flashy, but having such a beautiful corner within the Room made me happy, and I found myself gazing at it again and again during my stay. The meals also featured Akita specialties such as Akita Nishiki beef, Hinai jidori chicken, junsai (water shield), and iburigakko (smoked pickles), allowing me to enjoy flavors unique to this destination. The dishes were not extravagant, but I loved being able to taste local ingredients—and everything was delicious. The bath is not an Onsen, but the panoramic view over Lake Towada is wonderful. The tub is spacious and very clean, making it comfortable to use. The sauna was also extremely pleasant. Overall, it was an exceptionally satisfying stay. Unlike new luxury hotels, this Accommodation lets you enjoy architecture with true heritage—its design details, scenery, and sense of time accumulated over generations. It wasn’t just staying one night; staying in this building itself became a lasting travel memory. If I have another chance to visit Lake Towada, this is definitely a Hotel I would love to stay at again.

We stayed here while sightseeing at Oirase Gorge and Lake Towada. We spent a relaxing time in the spacious garden in front of Lake Towada. Although the building has a sense of history, the Room was clean and well maintained, and we were satisfied with everything—the bath and the meals. It was a wonderful Hotel.

The Facility and amenities are a bit dated, but the Room was thoroughly cleaned. The staff at the shop and during meals were very helpful. The large public bath was also spacious and clean. For this price with two meals included, it’s a great value.

Dinner was a local robatayaki grill, and the staff helped with grilling, which was very nice. Breakfast was Japanese-style, with just the right variety and amount. Overall, it was great that the property did not feel old at all. One thing that bothered me was that the Room refrigerator was very noisy and I couldn’t sleep, so I unplugged it. It might have been just our Room, though...

It was enjoyable as people from overseas and diverse backgrounds were staying at the accommodation.

The Room window offers a panoramic view of Lake Towada, and the ever-changing scenery in the morning and evening was truly soothing. With a location right by the lake, plus nearby activity spots and a shrine, it’s an excellent base for sightseeing and strolling. The Room uses a keypad entry system, so there’s no worry about not having enough keys for everyone, and it’s convenient not having to carry them around. Amenities were well stocked, so we didn’t feel inconvenienced at all. The face masks and cooling foot sheets were especially appreciated. The Room’s water dispenser provided great-tasting water and was very useful. Dinner was served in the Room, so our family could relax without worrying about others—very satisfying. The Asobiba Room is fun for both adults and children.