บริเวณรอบๆ ภูเขา Bukō × ที่พักสัมผัสธรรมชาติโรงแรม·เรียวกังที่ได้รับการจัดอันดับสูง

This was my first stay at NIPPONIA Chichibu Monzenmachi, and I stayed in Room 102 of the MARUJU building. Room 102 is a maisonette-style guest room created by converting an entire kura storehouse, so I had been genuinely looking forward to it even before arriving. When I arrived, the staff welcomed me with warm smiles and excellent service, and check-in was accompanied by explanations about the property’s history and unique features. I was then shown to Room 102. The door wasn’t new—it was the original one from when it was a storehouse—so I felt excited even before stepping inside. As soon as I opened the door with high expectations, I found myself in a truly unique, extraordinary space. With its open atrium design, the first floor is a living area; climbing the original ladder from its storehouse days leads to the second-floor bedroom. It’s such a spacious room that it feels like it could be two separate rooms across two levels. The nostalgic atmosphere comes from how beautifully it blends preserved beams and walls from the past with modern comfort. The hinoki cypress bath I had been looking forward to was larger and deeper than expected. Even before filling it, the pleasant scent of hinoki filled the bathroom; once hot water was added, the aroma became even richer, making it wonderfully relaxing even without hot-spring water. Dinner—something I had eagerly awaited—was truly delicious from appetizers to main course to dessert. You could also feel great attention paid not only to plating but also to every piece of tableware used. The course featured plenty of locally sourced ingredients; while it goes without saying that both venison and river fish were excellent, I was especially impressed by how thoughtfully they brought out the flavors of local vegetables and by how outstanding each sauce tasted. It’s hard to describe well from appetizer through main course, but every dish looked unlike what you’d expect—and each bite delivered a delightful surprise. Breakfast offered a complete change of pace: traditional Japanese cuisine. The assortment of small side dishes let me enjoy many different flavors, and the classic miso soup was exceptional. As an old folk-house hotel, it has an abundance of nostalgic charm while still being impeccably clean. With wonderful food and genuinely hospitable staff, this became a Chichibu trip that left me completely satisfied.

Starting with the welcome drink, the indoor Onsen bath and open-air bath were clean and wonderful. Dinner and breakfast were so plentiful we couldn’t finish everything. The soft-serve ice cream service, morning pancakes, and drip coffee were excellent. The nail corner and massages were also very popular with the women in our group. Thank you for taking such good care of us.

One night, two days, for one person. I was picked up from Yokoze Station by the Shuttle Service on a rainy evening. With a typhoon forecast (it turned out to be just normal rain), the Accommodation was quiet. I headed straight to the bath, and from the open-air bath the trees felt close; the gentle sound of rain was beautiful. It was a wonderful soak surrounded by nature. At dinner, I enjoyed warm sake along with beautifully prepared appetizers and warm river fish dishes. The carrot tofu and sobagaki tempura were unlike anything I’d had before—truly delicious. The vegetable tempura and wild boar were also outstanding. I was completely full after the mountain-vegetable mixed rice and handmade udon, and then dessert left me even more satisfied. Even so, I ordered late-night snacks in my Room—miso potatoes, grilled rice balls, and fruit liqueur. Strangely enough, despite being so full, I woke up hungry in the morning. Another rainy open-air bath before breakfast made it an amazing one-night stay. Thank you very much. If possible, it would be even better if non-smoking Rooms were available for solo guests as well—I wouldn’t mind paying an additional fee. Everyone at the Accommodation was very kind; thank you for such a wonderful time.

A quiet countryside Accommodation in the satoyama hills. The owner is a former top-division sumo wrestler, Kenzan, and the property is decorated with many sumo photos and wrestlers’ handprints. In the open-air bath styled like a sumo ring, you can hear birds singing and enjoy a cool breeze through the trees—it’s wonderful.\n\nThe meals also use local ingredients and are very enjoyable. The rates are very reasonable as well. Highly recommended, and the hostess is warm and welcoming.

Thank you for your hospitality. I stayed for one night because I was drawn by the promise of “delicious food.” With meat, fish, and vegetables, it wasn’t flashy, but I was very satisfied with the simple flavors and generous portions! Since it was a Room with an open-air bath, I could soak anytime—I ended up going in four times. It was a shame the stars weren’t very visible. It would be amazing to watch the stars from a warm open-air bath on a cold winter day. I’d like to stay again.

After a quick check-in, I was able to enter the Room smoothly. The Room and shared areas were clean, so I felt comfortable and at ease. The shared space had card games and playing cards available to borrow, and I enjoyed playing with friends. There were three shower rooms, so I didn’t have to wait, which was great. I’m glad I could stay comfortably at an affordable price.

We visited to see the moss phlox at Hitsujiyama Park. The Accommodation offered a free stargazing tour, and we had a wonderful time. Every staff member was truly hospitable. We would love to stay again. Thank you very much.

We stayed with friends and their families, bringing along five children aged 3 and 4. The accommodation arranged for us to stay in the same building as our friends' families, allowing us to dine together within the same space. This setup made it comfortable for both the children and adults without worrying about other guests. The room was spacious enough, and although the building was old, areas like the toilets were well-maintained and clean, ensuring a pleasant stay. The meals were delicious with generous portions. We would love to stay here again when visiting nearby with family!

We used the BBQ grill and a guest room. It was our first time having a barbecue with friends. We knew charcoal was sold here when we made the Reservation, but we didn’t know how many kilograms it came in, so we brought our own 3 kg bag from a home improvement store. (That was enough for us.) We also brought a grill grate, but we didn’t know the size of the BBQ grill, so in the end we bought fire starters and an additional grate at the shop. (The grate in the photo was purchased at the shop.) The bath area has one sauna and one hot tub, and the washing area is spacious and easy to use. It’s a Facility we’d like to use again if we have another chance.