The Anyoji settlement in Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture—a snow country. Located along Japan's largest river, the Shinano, this region sees several meters of snowfall in winter and has long been known for rice farming and textiles. The Furusawa Residence, which has watched over this settlement for over 150 years since the late Edo period, has been reborn as “The Snow House,” welcoming just one group per day. We aim to be a lodging where guests can experience with all five senses the way of life adapted to and utilizing snow, a way of life developed by the people of this snow country. To allow guests to experience the wisdom of the snow country, we have implemented the following features: ・While repairing the building and adding necessary modern conveniences where needed, we have preserved its original appearance as much as possible so guests can feel the breath of the former residents' lives. ・We serve breakfast using local ingredients and recipes, allowing guests to experience the snow country's food culture, developed to endure long, snowbound winters. ・We offer various activities where guests can interact with local people and experience the daily life of a snow country. Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, is a town where the “original landscape of Japan” remains vividly preserved. It breathes with seasonal landscapes and culture, such as the beautiful terraced rice fields of “Hoshidōge no Tanada” and the “Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale,” where art and nature merge. Winter brings fantastical snowy scenery, spring the fresh green of the satoyama, summer clear streams and fireflies, and autumn golden rice ears and autumn leaves. Through your stay, you can feel the unique richness of a snow country where nature and people coexist. Experience a journey like living in a snow house. 《Overview》 Limited to one group per day, allowing you to use most of the traditional house's space. Passing through the spacious earthen floor area into the entrance hall, you'll be welcomed by a generous dining/kitchen and living area. The bedroom is located at the back of the living space. ◾️ Dining/Kitchen All necessary cooking utensils are provided. There's a table with a sunken hearth and chairs, comfortably seating about 8 people. ◾️Living Room Relax on the sofa in a space warmed by a wood-burning stove that heats the entire building. A loft overlooking the living room offers particularly warm and comfortable winter evenings. ◾️Bedroom The 33-square-meter space accommodates four double beds and six additional futon sets. A closet is also available. ◾️Bathroom Two toilets and one bathroom are located on the first floor. It features a ceramic bathtub, shower, and two sinks. ◾️Other Free private parking is available. ※Guest Access Areas Guests may use the first-floor dining area, kitchen, living room, loft, bedrooms, toilets, bathroom, and parking lot. Details will be provided upon check-in. ※The rate includes breakfast prepared with a local mother (accommodates allergies). 《Various Experiences Bookable Locally》 This accommodation is operated by HOME HOME NIIGATA, a travel agency in Tokamachi. If desired locally, we can arrange seasonal experiences and optional tours. Please inquire if interested. Examples: Terraced rice field trekking, bamboo leaf dumpling making, straw sandal crafting, etc. 《Access by Public Transportation》 From Tokyo area: Joetsu Shinkansen, etc. (approx. 3.5 hours) From Osaka area: Tokaido Shinkansen, Joetsu Shinkansen, etc. (approx. 5 hours) From Kanazawa area: Hokuriku Shinkansen, etc. (approx. 3 hours) 15 minutes by car from Tokamachi Station ・Free shuttle available from Tokamachi Station (up to 7 guests, approx. 15 min) 　Please notify us at least 3 days prior to check-in if desired ・Taxi available from Echigo-Yuzawa Station for an additional fee (approx. 40 min) 　Please contact us in advance if you wish to reserve a taxi ・Free private parking available (up to 5 vehicles)

Hammocks have been installed in the guest rooms on the 1st floor, July 6, 2022 Started SUP in the sea of Nou(能生), July 3, 2022 Noo River estuary * Two women can try SUP for the first time. * Enjoying yoga on SUP. Calm Sea of Japan Pleasant sea breeze, sea birds singing, great in hot summer. Summer and marine sports Outdoor heated showers are completed and will open on June 1, 2022 (Wednesday). The observation bath will be completed and open on Friday, April 28, 2022. Terrace barbecue area will open on Sunday, April 24, 2022. fee 1,500JPY/per 1 adult (if customers bring their own tools: FREE of charge) Charcoal grill on the sunken hearth on the 2nd floor: Grill seafood from the sea and mountains over a charcoal fire and enjoy the sunset view of the Sea of Japan while drinking beer, wine, or sake. (Charge 1,500JPY/1 adult) Enjoy the rich nature (ocean, mountains, rivers) along the Sea of Japan (1) Seaside and riverside play (2) Gazebo where you can experience pesticide-free vegetable and fruit cultivation at a farm and (3) Irori (hearth) (4) wood stove (5) outdoor wooden deck to pitch your tent and experience the outdoors (6) Leisurely relax on the indoor swing, hammock, and rocking chair, looking at the ocean, mountains, and wood stove fire (7) How about getting crabs and seafood as souvenirs on your way home by using a coupon coupon for the whole area? * A caretaker is stationed at all times. * Living room, dining room, and kitchen will be locked at 22:00. Bathrooms cannot be used after 24:00. * Men must sit down to use the restrooms. * Smoking is prohibited in all rooms of the inn. * You are free to bring your own food. (If you bring in alcoholic beverages, you must buy at least one item with a unit price higher than our facility's bottled beer).