Holiday houses in Shimonita

Forests, architecture, and art Yatsugatake Minami Fumoto Blackbird Stopover

Peaceful days with a private forest. Enjoy the sound of birds, the sound of the wind, and the flickering of light in the forest from a comfortable distance. Located at the southern foot of Mt. Yatsugatake at an altitude of 1150 m, it is a place where people who seek the nature and climate of the highlands live, rather than a tourist destination. Spring brings new greenery and buds, cool summers, colorful autumn leaves, and the warmth of a wood stove. There are also plenty of seasonal activities, such as skiing, hiking, river play, hot springs, and Hokuto City, which is surrounded by famous peaks, has many viewpoints where you can enjoy views of Mt. Yatsugatake, the Southern Alps, and Mt. Fuji. There is also an abundance of spring water. Please try to find them. The building was designed and constructed by the Tokei team, and the team operates it as an inn for many people to use. The distinctive architecture is a redesign of an old townhouse using modern construction methods and traditional materials. Inside, you'll find artwork such as murals and stone carvings of black birds, as well as books and photo collections selected by the host, which you can take your time to enjoy during your stay. * The capacity is 4 people, but if it is only adults, the number of people who can stay comfortably is up to 3 people. * The price shown is for up to 2 people, and 10,000 yen will be added to the accommodation fee for each additional person.

[Maximum 12 people/6 cars/195㎡ 1 rental house] 3 minutes from Shimonita IC | 16 minutes from Tomioka Silk Mill by car | BBQ with roof & 100-inch TV

About 80 minutes from Tokyo by expressway. Rent the entire “large country house” to gather with friends. It is a private villa in traditional Japanese architecture that can accommodate up to 12 people. In addition to three separate bedrooms, there is a 33 m² large hall and a 16.5 m² sub-living room, so even large groups can relax. Watch movies and videos on the 100-inch screen in the large hall, play board games or video games on the 55-inch TV in the sub-living room, and cook together in the kitchen. You can have a campfire in the covered BBQ area and enjoy the starry sky at night. Parking for 6 cars and a convenience store 3 minutes away by car. It is also ideal as a base for touring and hiking. You can also use the desks and tables in each room for teleworking. Enjoy "time together" that you can't experience in the city. [Nearby tourist destinations] ・ Gunma Safari Park (15 minutes) ・ (World Heritage Site) Tomioka Silk Mill (16 minutes) ・ (World Heritage Site) Arashina Kazana (April to November, 45 minutes) ・ Karuizawa area (40 minutes) ・ Konnyaku Park (20 minutes) ・ Myogisan (25 minutes) ※ Our facility is located in the suburbs of Gunma Prefecture, and it is possible to get here by public transport, but considering shopping after arrival and access to nearby facilities, we recommend coming by car or motorbike.

Hirake, made from natural materials. Dog run, BBQ, campfire, playing in the river, hot spring, discount for consecutive stays.

It is an open natural material Heike house where you can enjoy the greenery of the garden from every room. In the garden, there are barbecues, fires, and fences, so your dog can stay freely. Also, the garden is lit up at night and is beautiful. Enjoy cooking in the spacious kitchen.(Fully equipped with cooking utensils, condiments, plates) There are also two great hot springs that can be reached in 10 minutes by car, and the meals in the facility are also popular! (Please bring towels and tooth brushes with you) Access to Nagatoro, Chichibu, and Ikaho Onsen is also good🚗 I recommend playing in the beautiful nearby river in the summer! There are many recommendations for hidden gems, so please do not hesitate to contact us♪ * There is high-speed Wi-Fi. * We will send a detailed map to the person who made the reservation Kanto's largest antique market is held ▪️every Sunday... 3-minute walk ▪️Blueberry Picking (July) ▪️Orange Hunting (Nov.12) ▪️BBQ... rental 5,000 yen (Grill, net, charcoal, lighter, chakkaman, gloves, paper plates, paper cups, chopsticks) ▪️Supermarkets, butchers... 3 minutes by car ▪️Fire pit rental... 4,000 yen (with firewood) * There is a security camera at the entrance.

A luxurious inn with a sauna and a superb view of Mt. Fuji. 11-minute walk to Lake Yamanaka!

This accommodation is a private resort called "Private Resort Fuji", located in a villa area 11 minutes on foot from Lake Yamanaka, which was renovated by a designer in July 2024. A modern Japanese design house with a floor area of 115㎡, based on a 3LDK log house, When you go up to the second floor, you can see the large Mt. Fuji from the living room window, have a BBQ on the large balcony with Mt. Fuji in the background, and after enjoying the barrel sauna surrounded by trees, you can take a forest bath in the outdoor rest space. There is a large fire pit in the garden, and you can talk around the fire. Also, there is a high fence in the garden, so you don't have to worry about your dog running away if you bring it with you. The room has a large 90-inch screen where you can enjoy Prime Video, Youtube, etc. At night, you can see a sky full of stars if the conditions are right.

Izumiya house1, a good location for sightseeing access near Izumiya station

IZUMIYA is a newly built, single-family home located about a 7-minute walk from the north exit of Karuizawa Station. The house has 2 units and rents 2 buildings. It is in a good location within walking distance of the popular outlet mall, Kyukaruizawa Ginza, and Unba Pond, and you can also enjoy the beautiful nature unique to Karuizawa. It is very convenient, with a convenience store, supermarket, and delicious restaurants nearby. You can spend a spacious time renting one building, and it is equipped with a kitchen, furniture, and appliances necessary for daily life, so you can stay with your family and friends as if you were living in Karuizawa. Small children are also welcome. We keep the rooms clean and use a professional cleaning service for the towels and linens so that guests can feel at ease. Please let us know if you'd like to be flexible with check-in times, etc.

Aokura Green Terrace

A starry sky that seems to be within reach, and a clear stream right there... Shimonita-cho, where restaurants featured on the popular program "Kodoku no Gourmet" are lined up, the dinosaur village of Shinryu-cho, the clear streams of Ueno-mura, and Karuizawa, if you stretch your legs a little, and the area around Shimonita-cho are full of places to play. Please enjoy the soft serve ice cream and butter at Kanazu Ranch. In spring, the garden grows wild with Japanese butterbur. In summer, you can play in the clear river that flows right there, in autumn, you can watch the dazzling starry sky and hunt for autumn leaves, and in winter, how about delicious sukiyaki in Shimonita-cho? Why not relax on a holiday with your family and friends in a log house surrounded by fresh air and natural fields and mountains?

[Riverside House] A riverside villa in Karuizawa with a sauna and fireplace

We have renovated a villa along the river in the forest of Karuizawa. Great location is about 2,500 ㎡! Feel the extraordinary feeling of the garden and outdoor dining where you can run around, the living room has a large sofa and fireplace. The bathroom can also be enjoyed in the JAXSON jetted tub, a large sauna for 4 people in the metos, and a rain shower in the water bath. This renovated old villa is set in a nature-rich environment.Please be aware in advance that insects may appear in your room during your stay when making your booking.If you have excessive allergies to insects, etc., please avoid booking.

Yatsugatake Minami Alps View, Relaxing Space, Semi-Open-air Bath Sauna Convenience Store Within Walking Distance

A small house will meet you.Wake up with the birds chirping and listen to the wind whispering through the trees in the morning.The large windows offer beautiful views of the Southern Alps.There are also atmospheric cafes and restaurants within walking distance, as well as the famous risonale hotel.There is also a ranch nearby where you can experience horseback riding, so you can enjoy interacting with nature. If you are looking for tranquility, this is the perfect place.Start with a cup of coffee in the morning, enjoy horseback riding or hiking during the day, and dinner in the candle lights at night.

Capsule House-K, a monumental capsule house in nature designed by Kisho Kurokawa

CAPUSULE HOUSE-K is a private house designed by Kisho Kurokawa. It was created based on the concepts of Metabolism and Homo Mobius. This building is composed of the same capsules as the Chugin Capsule Tower Building, which is also a metabolism building, and was completed in 1973, the year after the building was completed. Until now, it has been open only to a few people and was a little-known building, but in 2019, the restoration was started by Kisho Kurokawa's son, and now it is open to the public with the interior of that time.

NEW! A-Frame House in Minami Karuizawa

“A-FRAME HOUSE” is a newly built & highly unique triangle shaped house located in beautiful Minami Karuizawa. Gaze for hours at the surrounding trees and mountains through the eight meter tall South facing triangular window. Step outside onto the 20 square meter wood deck and fully immerse yourself in nature. The modern Western style interior will make you feel like you’re in Europe or North America. Come and unwind in a one-of-a-kind home and enjoy the tranquil beauty of Minami Karuizawa.

Modern Luxury, Classic Style, Onsen Nearby

Nestled in the mountains of Nagano at an elevation of 860 meters (2,821 feet), this is a luxury home exclusively for those who want to escape tourist traps, experience a side of Japan rarely seen by outsiders, and do it in style. Our 3-bedroom home is 200 sq. meters (2153 sq. feet) large and is a marriage between traditional Japanese architecture and modern technology and comfort. The home is accessible from Tokyo and other major cities via the Shinkansen bullet train or Joshin-etsu Expressway.

Sanson Terrace "House of Waltz" in rural Nagano

The Mochizuki district of Saku City, where "House of Waltz" is located, is known as Village of Horses and has long been a horse ranch where people and horses have a close relationship. To express our respect for these culture and history, we renovated a wooden house that offers a view of the horses spending time at a Equestrian Park. Within walking distance, you can visit Kasuga Onsen, boasting over 300 years of history and high-quality hot springs, a Equestrian Park, a tranquil park in nature.