Places to stay near Kitaarai Station

Rent an entire log house on the Iizuna Highlands. Amane Guest House

This is Iizuna Kogen, a quiet villa area at an altitude of about 1000 m. Newly built in 2022, a simple log house with plenty of wood scent. You can see a lot of beautiful scenery just by walking for about 10 minutes. Please take a look at Mt. Ine from the Daisaza Hoshiike. About 3 minutes on foot from the nearest bus stop (Iizuna Higashi Ward)! It is about a 7-minute walk from the next nearest bus stop (Iizuna Kogen). You can also come by public transport. Restaurants such as Mori-no-Eki, Iizuna Soba, Ramen, and hamburgers are within walking distance. About 25 minutes by car from Nagano Station and Zenkoji Temple.About 15 minutes by car to Togakushi Shrine. It is also a great base for golf skiing to Togakushi, Kurohime, and Myoko. You can also use it for climbing the Togakushi Kodo, Amatomi Trail and Mt. Iinago. If you would like to visit a hot spring, it is about 15 minutes by car to the Tengu no Yakata in Lake Reisenji. The public bath is about a 5-minute drive to Asoviva (with a discount on bathing fees!). We will lend you a projector and screen free of charge. Play games or watch movies on a big screen. We also recommend relaxing with a barbecue, campfire, or tent sauna. A set of BBQ equipment, tarp, sauna tent, stove, etc. Please book all rentals in advance. Of course, you can bring your own.

Limited to one group per day, Mökki is a small cottage with a garden by a stream

Mökki means “cottage” in Nordic Finnish. Please spend your time as you like in a special space that is detached from your daily routine. Guest house Mökki is located in Shinano-cho in northern Nagano Prefecture, blessed with forests, lakes and snow. There are nature-rich sightseeing spots such as Kurohime Kogen, Lake Nojiri, and Togakushi in the vicinity. The building of the pioneering era was renovated fashionably with plenty of natural materials such as pure cedar, cypress and plaster.We also paid attention to the interior and kitchen utensils so that you can enjoy "living". In the back of the building, there is a forest with a stream, and you can enjoy a walk in search of the blessings of nature, as well as swing hammocks.In the east house by the river, you can enjoy BBQ and bonfires without worrying about the weather. In the green season, as a base for hiking, biking, fishing, and sup golf, the snow season is also a great base for winter sports, including skiing and snowboarding. Customers who spend birthdays and anniversaries also have a service of celebration cake.Please check with me in advanced.

[Entire house for rent!] Fully renovated old house! < Up to 10 people > * YUKISATO Lodge *

　　 Limited to one group per day!! 　Experience a special 'everyday' in the best location Lotte Aray Resort is a 10-minute drive away, Akakura Onsen is a 25-minute drive, Kagoshi Myoko Station is a 20-minute drive, and the high-speed Nakako Interchange is a 5-minute drive away.For more information about the ski resort, please refer to the introduction of nearby tourist facilities. Located within a 30-minute drive of the sea and mountains, this is an entire private inn with a new shape, surrounded by nature. The traditional wooden architecture rooted in the local climate has been used to fully renovate the old house, which has 4 different types of rooms, a large hall for relaxing conversation, and a large kitchen with a view of Mt. Myoko. Spend your precious family and friends at the Snow Town Lodge while experiencing Satoyama life, which is rich in nature throughout the four seasons and the original scenery of Japan. We look forward to welcoming you with our staff who love Yukari!

A space where you can experience nature, art, and traditional Japanese culture in the mountains of Hokushinano, Shootenchi

58 square-meter one-room (hall) wooden warehouse structure - The bedding is futons There is a toilet in the accommodation (hall)　 There is no bath, but there is a hot water shower. There are several hot springs about 20 minutes away by car. - WiFi (network environment) available ・ No smoking inside the hall (inside the accommodation facility). There is a smoking table in the garden. There are no restaurants nearby because it is far from the city. Please have dinner before you arrive or bring your food. The kitchen includes water, a gas stove, dishes, pots, and frying pans. There is also a fire pit for barbecuing in the garden. The accommodation fee is 6,500 yen (due to rising prices, the price will be raised) We do not accept last-minute reservations (please book at least 3 days in advance)

Anoie home with a private sauna with spectacular views of Lake Nojiri

This is a house with a superb view overlooking Lake Nojiri. There are several ski slopes (Myoko, Kurohime, and Masao), about 15-20 minutes away, making it a perfect base for winter sports. Enjoy a wood-burning sauna and a stunning water bath. There are no private houses around, so you can also watch music and movies with loud noise. Because it is a house nestled deep in the mountains, we do our best, but there are insects during the warmer months.It snows a lot in winter.In autumn, the leaves are dancing. You must also adjust the fire in the wood stove yourself. It's never an easy home to live in, but with a great view and experience. There is a full counter kitchen with stunning views and condiments and cookers so you can enjoy cooking.(No BBQ equipment)

Rock Forest Hokuriku Izawa [BBQ in the fireplace in the forest & hot spring bath fed by a source spring on a rock]

Entire building as a private villa for all 1000 ㎡ in 7 spaces. The entire "Rock Forest" has seven main concepts. We will provide you with each "way to spend". After locally sourcing fresh ingredients, head to the Rock Forest, park your car in the parking lot, and climb the stairs to carry the ingredients to the hearth space. I don't get to meet other people. From Tokyo to Karuizawa, it is 60 minutes by Shinkansen, and 30 minutes by car from Karuizawa Station, so for example, you can work in the morning and take a half afternoon. Please spend a relaxing and extraordinary day surrounded by nature. < Winter season November-March > During the winter season, the outside hot spring is closed.

Momi-no-Ki Lodge! Rafting, Canyoning, Bungee, BBQ!

Tucked away in peaceful Minakami, Momi-no-Ki is a private lodge tailored for groups of up to 16 guests, offering Western-style accommodations. Momi-no-Ki is only a short drive from the local train station, grocery and convenience stores. Our lodge caters to only one group at a time, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience for friends, families, or corporate retreats seeking respite from the urban grind of Tokyo. Attention! Use of the BBQ and fire pit costs 3,000 yen per night.

Stay in an old folk house ! A free bottle of sake

町宿Oranchiのレキシ棟は、妙高の美しい自然・山麗を一望できる築100年以上の古民家を引継ぎ、「上越妙高の歴史」をテーマに改装した一棟貸し宿泊施設 夏の訪れとともに、濃い緑が山々を染め、風が木々を揺らす心地よい季節。 大きな窓から差し込む陽の光、ふと吹き抜ける涼やかな風が、時間の流れをゆるやかに感じさせてくれます。 夏の夕暮れ、涼を感じながら地元の酒屋が厳選した日本酒を一献。 古民家の静けさと北欧デザインの洗練が融合した空間で、誰にも邪魔されない贅沢なひとときをお過ごしください。 ※公共交通機関でもお越し頂けますが、お車でのお越しをおすすめしております。 お車でお越しでない場合は事前に公共交通機関からのアクセス手段をよくご確認くださいませ。 ◼️夏のレキシ棟のお楽しみ方 ―緑深まる妙高山×季節の日本酒 　青々と茂る妙高山を眺めながら、冷やした日本酒で乾杯。夏だからこそ味わえる日本酒を、お気に入りの酒器でじっくりと。 ―風を楽しむ、静けさに包まれる夏の午後 　畳に寝転び、大きく窓を開けて深呼吸。蝉の声と葉擦れの音だけが響く時間の中で、心身ともにゆったり休む

Nagano ex-Kimono house 5min to Zenkoji temple

The unique experience at the former Japanese traditional Kimono shop(about 97years old house). This family-friendly and the newly renovated house is located in the very traditional district and the calm but convenience area in Nagano city. The house is authentic and unique as it was a traditional Japanese clothing (Kimono) shop before. You would feel like your own home away from home. 5 minutes walk to the Zenkoji temple and 4 minutes to the bus stop for Togakushi national park.