"This is an elementary school where you can stay overnight." Yonezawa City in Yamagata Prefecture is a two-hour bullet train ride from Tokyo. Yonezawa Misawa Elementary School | Tococoto is an elementary school that utilizes the former Yonezawa City Misawa Higashi Elementary School and offers overnight stays and local experiences. Enjoy the bonfire and starry sky. There is also a natural hot spring nearby that has been around for a thousand years. There will be a sports day in the gymnasium, glamping in the classroom, and board games and a takoyaki party in the evening. The classrooms on the second floor are lined with exciting dormitory-style beds that feel like a secret base, and can accommodate up to 36 people. In addition, you can enjoy a special time with your family and friends at the ""Glamping Classroom,"" which has camping equipment on permanent display. Movies can be projected onto the large walls of the classroom, and games can be played. This is a unique place where you can have fun without worrying about time. There are stories that can now be told in a place where children once studied. The chalk marks left on the blackboard, the casual conversations you have with your friends. Memories suddenly come back to me as I gather around the bonfire at night. Meeting local people adds to the pages of my memories. Come on, let's enjoy a memorable time here. ▼Classroom Glamping (for groups of up to 4 people) The classroom has been transformed into a special glamping room! With four single bed mattresses, it is perfect for families, couples, or close friends to create memories together. In other classrooms where the blackboards and desks remain, students can freely enjoy hot pot parties, movies and games on the projector, drinking parties, or even just doing a little work. You can also relax in the natural hot spring town, which is just a five-minute drive away, and spend the evening chatting around a bonfire under the stars. Spend a special night in our ""Classroom Glamping Room,"" which combines the nostalgia of a classroom with the thrill of the outdoors. ▼What you can do at this facility 1. Stay The classrooms where children once studied are now bedrooms. Classrooms for training and gyms for sports. The baths are at Onogawa Onsen, a 5-minute drive away. At night, sit around the bonfire and chat, and in the morning, enjoy Yamagata rice and soft-boiled eggs. Each room has curtains, allowing you to stay in a private space. The accommodation is divided into two rooms, separated by gender. 2. Play and learn You can stay overnight, take a day trip, or rent the entire school building. Stay in a secret base-style bed, enjoy bonfires and BBQs, and experience local activities such as weaving and farming. Feel free to play in the gymnasium or on the school grounds. At night, enjoy a soak in the hot springs at Onogawa Onsen under the starry sky. 3. Plan There are things that can only be born in this place. Some people want to make their usual training camp a little more special, hold an event, or even have a class reunion. What will be created depends on the thoughts of the people who gather here. So, where do we start here? ▼What's Yonezawa like? Yonezawa is a castle town in southern Yamagata Prefecture, and is attractive for its historical culture, including Uesugi Shrine! You can enjoy Yonezawa beef, hot springs, and the beautiful nature of the four seasons. Nearby is Onogawa Onsen, which uses 100% natural hot spring water. ▼About the facilities 【Dormitory bed】 There are a total of 36 dormitory beds, each large enough for adults to sleep comfortably. 18 in the men's room and 18 in the women's room. There are power outlets and reading lights at the bedside, and when you close the curtains you have your own space. You can experience the excitement of being in a secret base. Reservations can be made for just one person. There is also a plan to rent the entire school building. 【Empty classroom】 There are two classrooms that can be used freely. Including the former library, there are three rooms in total, and you can arrange the desks and chairs as you like. Please use them for meals, workshops, or any other purpose. 【Gymnasium】 A gymnasium the size of two basketball courts. It can also be used for recreational activities and practice matches. Reservations for the gymnasium are managed by a different organization, so please contact us if you would like to use it. ▼Items that can be purchased and used locally 【Equipment】 ■ Shower room ■ Coin laundry ■ Coin locker ■ Refrigerator ■ Elementary school desks and chairs (up to 30 sets) ■ Unmanned FamilyMart (amenities, clothing, snacks, chilled foods, etc.) 【Rental】 ■ Sports day set (indoor/outdoor) ■ Bicycles (2 units) ■ Game console (Switch 2) ■ Projector ■ BBQ & Bonfire Set ■ Takoyaki set ▼What's Yonezawa like? Yonezawa is a castle town in southern Yamagata Prefecture, and is attractive for its historical culture, including Uesugi Shrine! You can enjoy Yonezawa beef, hot springs, and the beautiful nature of the four seasons. ▼Nearby facilities Nearest convenience store: Family Mart Tateyama (5 minutes by car) Nearest supermarket: York Benimaru (8 minutes by car) Nearest general store: Don Quijote (8 minutes by car), Muji Goods (8 minutes by car) Hot spring facilities available: Onogawa Onsen Access ・For those coming by public transportation From Tokyo Station, take the Yamagata Shinkansen for about 2 hours to Yonezawa Station. Take the bus from ""Yonezawa Station"" and get off at ""Matsunoshita"" or ""Onogawa Onsen"" bus stop 20 minutes walk from ""Matsunoshita"" or ""Onogawa Onsen"" bus stop ・For those coming by car Approximately 20 minutes by car from Yonezawa Chuo IC Parking: 10 cars (large buses OK)

An old-style inn where you can cook rice in a hearth An old house next to a climbing pottery kiln has been transformed into an inn! Although it is in a quiet environment surrounded by mountains, it is easily accessible, just a 30-second walk from Kakidaira Station on the JR Iida Line. Enjoy a relaxing time in a private space. ▶︎Great location, just 30 seconds walk from the station! Private traditional house, limited to one group per day ▶︎Cook your own rice in a traditional Japanese stove! Experience traditional Japanese life ▶︎Adjacent to a climbing kiln for pottery, stay for several nights and try your hand at making your own pottery (Available from XX month, 202X) *This is a quiet and relaxing space surrounded by a village. Please note that it is not suitable for loud noises. 《Selectable options》 ■Covered BBQ equipment rental The all-weather covered BBQ space has been renovated and reopened! This plan includes rental of a BBQ grill, grill, charcoal, fire starter, fire tongs, tongs, gloves, a lighter, a fire extinguisher, an outdoor table, and chairs. *Please purchase ingredients for the BBQ at supermarkets in the city. *Please note that the facility cannot be used after 9 p.m. ■ Complete wood stove (winter only) and hearth (with bamboo skewers, binchotan charcoal, and grill) (Fuel costs and usage instruction fees included) Our accommodation is equipped with a wood-burning stove that will envelop your room in warmth. The flickering flames and the scent of wood will create a tranquil atmosphere and comfortably warm your chilled body. The warmth, which harmonizes with the scenery outside the window, will help you forget about your daily routine and guarantee a special relaxing time for each and every guest. *If you do not have anyone with experience using a wood stove or hearth, you will need to receive a thorough safety lecture before using them. *If you wish, we also offer firewood chopping experiences, so please contact us for more information. 《About Accommodation》 ■Room only Please prepare your own meals. During your stay, you are free to enjoy cooking as you like. The kitchen is fully equipped with various cookware and tableware so you can easily create delicious meals, just like in your own kitchen at home. You can also cook rice in a kamado, which is a rare opportunity to eat freshly cooked rice. To prepare your meals, you can choose fresh ingredients from a supermarket with a wide selection, which is just a short walk away. You can also discover local vegetables packed with the bounty of nature at roadside stations and farm shops, which will add even more joy to your trip. Enjoy a culinary adventure to your heart's content in this land rich in nature. ■Accommodation fees High Season A: Days before holidays (check-in on Saturdays and days before holidays), July 22nd to July 31st, all days in August except for High Season B High Season B: May 1st to May 5th, August 13th to August 15th, December 29th to January 5th *Preschool children can enter free of charge. *The same rate as adults applies to elementary school students and above. ■Recommended for families, group trips, and couples◎ This facility is a vacation rental space that offers the experience of renting an entire luxurious home. On the day of your reservation, you can use it as your own private vacation home. You can relax in a spacious space without worrying about contact with other guests. It's also perfect for families or groups of friends. The greatest attraction of our facility is that you can enjoy your stay at your own pace, without having to worry about the clock. Enjoy the unique experience of this vacation rental, which is different from hotels and inns, as a special time just for you and yourselves. 《About the room》 Our facility offers Japanese-style rooms that allow you to experience the traditional Japanese atmosphere. The four rooms consist of comfortable wooden floor rooms and fragrant tatami rooms, allowing you to relax in a calm atmosphere. We can accommodate up to 13 people. We may be able to accommodate more people in some cases. Please contact us for more information. Enjoy free high-speed Wi-Fi with a stable connection for smooth online work. ■1st floor ・Living room: A spacious space. ・Heart hearth space ・Kitchen: You can cook rice in the stove. ·toilet ・Bathroom: Shower and retro bathtub ・Bathroom ・Veranda ·bedroom 《Nearby Facilities》 ■Supermarkets and convenience stores ・Family Mart: 10 minutes by car ・Small supermarket (pharmacy): 10 minutes by car *We recommend buying ingredients from supermarkets in the city (Piago, Valor, A-Co-op). ■Hot Springs ・Yu-Yu Ariina (public bath): 5 minutes by car 《Access》 ■Car Shin-Tomei Expressway Approximately 20 minutes from Shinshiro IC ■Train JR Iida Line 30 seconds walk from Kakidaira Station Parking: 10 spaces