Founded in Taisho 15, Tateshina Oyado Onsen

This Accommodation was a relaxing retreat for calm, mature guests, surrounded by an abundance of books. With high ceilings, beautiful lighting, and walls that serve as a library, the interior—unified in deep brown tones—was tasteful, impeccably clean, and truly impressive. Through the large windows we could see a blue sky and dazzling greenery, and the coolness of the splashing mountain stream came right through.Old libraries often have a distinctive smell, but this Accommodation had well-maintained air conditioning to prevent the books from becoming moldy.The dining area was beautifully designed as well, and the elaborate dishes were delicious. Even though I’m not fond of game meat, I enjoyed everything. From steak to soup curry at the end… there were so many treats that I wished I could have eaten it all in two rounds.The baths were also spotless; the open-air bath was spacious and wonderful. From the private bath we could clearly see the stars… I did wish we could turn off the bath lights, but complete darkness might be unsafe. The hot stone sauna was great too—I checked constellations with my limited knowledge while looking up at a sky full of stars reflected on the ceiling, and worked up a pleasant sweat.After eating my fill and trying every bath, I fell fast asleep without getting to read as much as I wanted. The sleep was deep and high quality.An Accommodation that definitely makes you want to come back again.

A truly wonderful place—I will definitely come again.