? ZAO Forest House 843 Certified as one of the world’s largest-scale “Albergo Diffuso” accommodations — the first in Tohoku. ZAO Forest House 843 welcomes digital nomads. This private rental villa offers free Wi-Fi and a comfortable environment for remote work. Blending the refined elegance of Japanese aesthetics with Western sophistication, this charming villa offers a uniquely harmonious atmosphere. Open the doors to discover beautifully designed rooms, each with its own character and atmosphere, inviting you into an extraordinary stay. From the bedroom terrace, enjoy reading while listening to the rustling trees and birdsong—or gaze up at a sky full of stars at night. Spend a truly special time at ZAO Forest House 843. With three private bedrooms (two with lockable doors) and two restrooms, the villa offers privacy and convenience for families and groups alike. Perfect for guests who want to enjoy time together yet value personal space. Accommodates up to 8 guests. Includes a special cash voucher usable at “Sakai Coffee” and nearby restaurants. [Important Information] Please read and comply with the Property Rules & Restrictions before booking or checking in. ZAO Forest House 843 is located about 2 km (6 minutes by car) from the Zao Sansuien entrance. A car is required. ? About the Property ZAO Forest House 843 is a two-story villa with a natural hot spring bath. It features three bedrooms and a spacious 3LDK layout (living room, dining area, and kitchen). 1st Floor Living & Dining Room 65-inch TV with Fire TV Stick (YouTube and streaming available). Comfortable sofa and dining set for group relaxation. Kitchen Fully equipped system kitchen with cookware, utensils, and tableware.(Please bring your own food and seasonings.) Wood Deck Accessible from the living room. Enjoy the surrounding greenery. (Note: BBQ and smoking are not permitted on the deck.) Bathroom (Natural Hot Spring) Enjoy a private natural hot spring bath directly sourced from the spring. Bedrooms (1st Floor) Japanese Room (2 single beds): A private, independent bedroom with tatami flooring and balcony view. Japanese Room (4 futons): Adjacent to the living room, ideal for futon-style sleeping. Toilet: Equipped with a washlet (bidet seat). 2nd Floor Western-style Room (2 single beds): A lockable private bedroom. Toilet: Also with washlet function. [House Rules] The use of personal hot plates or portable stoves is strictly prohibited. Cooking is allowed only in the kitchen. Please clean and return used cookware and dishes to their original places. Report any broken items to the Zao Sansuien Management Office or Visitor Station. ? Facilities & Amenities TV: 65-inch TV in living room (Fire TV Stick installed). Wi-Fi: Free of charge. Air Conditioning: Installed in 3 locations (1F living room & bedroom, 2F bedroom). Gas Heaters: 2 FF-type units. Bathroom Heater in dressing area. Washing Machine: Available for guest use. ? Accommodation Details This is a private rental villa for up to 8 guests. Meals are not included. Rates cover up to 4 guests; additional fees apply from the 5th guest onward. Children: No child rate available. Children aged 2 years and older are charged as adults. Children under 2 years stay free (no bedding or towels provided). If bedding is required, please include them in the guest count. Amenities Provided: Towels and toothbrushes are prepared upon arrival. 1 bath towel & 1 face towel per person for every 2 nights 1 toothbrush per person Please do not take towels home. Additional towels available: Bath towel rental ¥330 / Face towel purchase ¥220 (available 7:30–19:00). Available on request (pickup only, not delivered to room): Razor, cotton swabs, body towel, hairbrush Bathroom supplies: Shampoo, conditioner, and body soap provided. ? Noise & Neighborhood The villa is located in a residential area. Please keep voices down, especially outdoors at night. Outdoor conversations on the deck are prohibited between 8:00 PM and 7:00 AM. In case of serious noise complaints, guests may be asked to leave immediately. ? Check-in Information Check-in: 15:00–20:00 Check-out: 10:00 (Late check-in may not always be possible.) Check-in Locations: 15:00–20:00: Gaia Resort Visitor Station (next to “Sakai Coffee”) After 20:00: Zao Sansuien Management Office The villa is located inside the Zao Sansuien resort area. Guests receive a remote gate key upon check-in to enter the premises. Access without the gate key is not possible. ZAO Forest House 843 is a 5-minute drive from the entrance gate. There is no pick-up or taxi arrangement service—please arrive by car. ? BBQ & Fire Policy Barbecues, fireworks, or any open flames are strictly prohibited within the Zao Sansuien area and on the villa’s deck. Guests wishing to BBQ can use the Wild Zao Village BBQ facility, located 1 minute by car from the Zao Sansuien gate. Details provided after booking confirmation. ? Access A car is required for sightseeing, dining, and shopping. 15 min from Shiroishi I.C. or Murata I.C. (Tohoku Expressway) 15 min from Miyagi-Kawasaki I.C. (Yamagata Expressway) 30 min by car/taxi from Shiroishi-Zao Station (Shinkansen) Parking: Up to 4 standard vehicles. ? About Zao Sansuien The Sansuien area features the Matsukawa River and scenic views of the Zao mountain range. The grounds include “Seseragi-no-Sato”, a clear stream where fireflies live — a symbol of the area’s pristine nature. Each season offers its own beauty: Fresh greenery in spring Lush summer leaves Vibrant autumn foliage Silver-white winter landscapes The area is rich in flora, fauna, and birdlife. Security patrols operate 24 hours a day, ensuring a safe and peaceful stay.

"Welcome back" "I'm home" Even if we're far apart, we can still have a connection like neighbors. In an age where relationships between neighbors have become weak, why not try a new style of interacting with your neighbors? When you experience farming at the inn, you can meet your neighbors working on the farm. Let's talk to people in the area. When you come back to this place, say ""I'm home"" and ""Welcome back."" The conversation will flow naturally. May this place become your second home. Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture. It is the area with the heaviest snowfall in Japan, and is also the birthplace of Japan's best rice, ""Uonuma Koshihikari."" We hope that by touching the soil through rice, people will be able to get a sense of the lives of the people who live in Tokamachi and become connected to the community. With this in mind, we named this inn KOME HOME. KOMEHOME is a 70-year-old traditional Japanese house located in Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, the home of the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale. Enjoy the open nature and BBQ and fireworks in the garden. Pets are welcome! (Separate pet accommodation fee applies.) Echigo Yuzawa and Naeba are also just a 40-minute drive away. It's also a convenient base for visiting FUJIROCK and skiing! ▼Accommodation Limited to 1 group per day. This is a traditional Japanese house with an irori hearth that has been renovated from an old house that is over 70 years old. The room can accommodate up to 8 people and the entire house is spacious and comfortable. We only accept one group per day, so you will not be surrounded by other guests, making it a comfortable stay even for those with small children. There is also a kitchen, washing machine, and bathroom, making it a very convenient environment for families and friends wishing to stay for a long period of time. From the second floor you can see the rice fields, and the breeze from the Shinano River is soothing to the soul. ▼Area information Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, Japan It is located a little away from the city center, so you can enjoy a quiet stay. Here, time passes slowly, far removed from the hustle and bustle of the city, and the locals live in harmony with nature, farming. ・5 minutes by car or 20 minutes by foot from the nearest station (Doichi Station). ・15 minutes by car from Tokamachi Station. ・The nearest supermarket is a 5-minute drive away, and the nearest large supermarket is a 10-minute drive away. ・There are many restaurants near Doichi Station, including sushi restaurants, ramen shops, soba shops, Western restaurants, cafes, and izakayas. ▼Tourist information ・20 minutes by car to the popular art piece ""Kiyotsukyo Tunnel"" In addition, there are over 200 pieces of art scattered around the Tokamachi/Tsunan area! ・15 minutes by car to Echigo-Tsumari Satoyama Museum of Contemporary Art ""Kinare"" ・10 minutes by car to the hot spring facilities ""Mion Nakazato"" and ""Yukura Tsumari"" ・Matsunoyama Onsen, one of Japan's three most famous medicinal hot springs: 25 minutes by car ▼ Experience + Early Check-in *Reservation required 3 days in advance ・Making bamboo dumplings ・Penis making ・Cloth/straw sandal making The above experience fees will be discounted by 500 yen and can be experienced in the traditional Japanese house where you are staying. Check-in is also two hours earlier than normal guests at 2pm!! ▼Various experiences that can be booked on-site This accommodation is operated by HOME HOME NIIGATA, a travel agency in Tokamachi. If you wish, we can provide seasonal experiences and optional tours while you are there. Please let us know if you are interested. Examples: Rice terrace trekking, bamboo dumpling making experience, zori sandal making experience, etc. ▼Other notes ・Guest access area You can basically enter all areas of the house except for the room where the owner is staying. You are free to use the outdoor area in front of the entrance and other areas on the premises, but please do not enter the surrounding rice fields, farms, or neighboring houses and gardens. ・As the owner is not always at home, please inform us of your check-in time in advance and be punctual. If you do not comply with the time, check-in may not go smoothly. ・We have taken measures to prevent insects from entering the house, but as the inn is surrounded by nature, insects may enter the house. ・The house is fully equipped with heating facilities, but since it is an old house, it can get a little cold in the winter. ▼Access by public transportation 472 Baba Hei, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, 949-8551 By car: 30 minutes by car from Shiozawa-Ishiuchi IC on the Kan-etsu Expressway By train: 15 minutes walk from Doichi Station on the JR Iiyama Line