Hotel Kashima no Mori

Last year’s stay left such a lasting impression that I made a Reservation six months in advance this year for a Multiple Night Stay (two nights).Time passes quietly here.Greenery outside the window, birdsong, and thoughtful, understated hospitality. Not flashy—just being here makes you feel your mind and body unwind. This is the kind of time that makes you think, “I want to come back.” Once again this year, I was moved by the same unchanging comfort.

I had known about this Accommodation for some time, but this was my first stay.Given its age, I didn’t have high expectations, but once I entered the Room, it felt truly modern, very functional, and wonderfully comfortable with a strong sense of cleanliness.The French dinner was excellent, and even the half portion was more than enough to enjoy. For breakfast, I upgraded the bread to their signature French toast.Paired with the salad and yogurt, the combination was outstanding.Karuizawa has been extremely crowded and noisy lately, but Kashima-no-Mori alone feels removed from all that bustle—quiet and calm—allowing you to enjoy a truly Karuizawa-like stay.All of the staff provided superb service as well, and I was able to fully appreciate Okura-quality hospitality.I’m left with a lingering feeling that makes me want to return again—thank you very much.