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)

Accommodation limited to 1 group per day This is a private house where you can experience old life in an traditional house. You can spend a relaxing time with the sea right in front of you. Kumano Kodo Miki Pass, Hago Pass and Hobo pass are nearby. Walking along the seaside in front of the rising sun is a wonderful experience. At night, you can see many stars. In the summer, the Milky Way is spectacular. This is a town known for its delicious sashimi. You can also find delicious sashimi at supermarkets in Owase. This is a purely Japanese-style house built 76 years ago. It has a gabled roof, a traditional roof shape in Japanese architecture that is often seen in castles, shrines, and temples, and much of the woodwork from that time still remains inside the house. And the magnificent Shinto altar is truly a sight to behold. No major renovations have been made, so you can experience traditional Japanese life, but it is by no means a convenient life. There are many stairs inside the house, and the toilet and bathroom are located in the covered exterior area(There is a roof.) Despite these inconveniences, We would be happy if you could feel the comfort of this inconvenient lifestyle that still exists today as well as in the past. There are two bedrooms. There is a kitchen where you can prepare general meals. There are no supermarkets or restaurants nearby, so we recommend that you do your shopping in advance. The toilets are simple flush toilets (renovated in 2024). There is a parking lot just a minute's walk away. Since it's a rural town, it's convenient to have a car. If you want to walk the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route lightly, you can park your car at each station, so you can take the train there and walk back, and walk along the various Kumano Kodo trails to your heart's content. A one-hour drive south you can visit Nachi Falls, Kumano Taisha Shrine, and various hot springs. To the north is Ise Jingu Shrine. ■Recommended Activities■ [Kumano Kodo Hiking] 1. Hike Miki Pass and Yakiyama from home to Owase, then take a dip in the deep-sea water bathhouse at Yume Kodo and do some shopping in Owase City. Then, take the bus (27 minutes) back home. The bus stop is Minamifurue, a 1-minute walk from home. If you have a car, you can park at Mikisato Station and return by train from Owase Station. 2. Hike Hobo Pass, Nigishima Pass, and Okamizaka Pass from home, then take the train (9 minutes) from Atashika Station back to Kata Station. From Kata Station, it's a 25-minute walk to home. If you have a car, you can park at Kata Station. For shorter hikes, you can also return from Nigishima Station. Because this is a rural area, trains are infrequent, so it's a good idea to take the train to Atashika Station first and hike back. 3. Hike Matsumoto pass ,from home walk 25 minutes to Kata Station, take the train (16 minutes) to Odomari Station, hike Matsumoto Pass, and then take the train from Kumanoshi Station to Kata Station. If you have a car, you can park at Odomari Station. 4. Hike Magome pass from home drive 25 minutes to the Magome Pass North Entrance Parking Lot, hike Magome Pass, head to Owase, take a bus from Owase back to the parking lot, and drive back home. A little further along is the exceptionally clear Choshi River, so we recommend taking a short drive there. ★If you need luggage delivery while walking the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes, please contact us. We can arrange luggage delivery for a fee depending on the distance. [Stunning views of the Ohai Blue, a phenomenon created by the ocean off Owase] From home, drive (20 minutes) to Kuki, park at the Kuki Community Center, and hike to Ojai, a 1.5-hour hike one way, to see the beautiful Ohai Blue. We recommend leaving in the morning, as it's more beautiful in the morning. ■Recommended Sightseeing Spots by Car■ - Ise Grand Shrine (Ise Jingu) – about 1 hour and 15 minutes by car - Maruyama Senmaida – beautiful terraced rice fields, about 1 hour by car - Yunokuchi Onsen – Mie Prefecture’s most popular free-flowing hot spring, about 50 minutes by car - Hana-no-Iwaya Shrine (World Heritage Site)– the oldest shrine in Japan, about 20 minutes by car - Shichiri-Mihama Coast(World Heritage Site) – a beautiful 20 km long coastline, perfect for a scenic drive - Hana-no-Iwaya Shrine (World Heritage Site) – about 15 minutes by car - Shishi-iwa (World Heritage Site) – about 15 minutes by car - Doro Gorge – about 1 hour by car - Nachi Falls & Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine(World Heritage Site) – historic and sacred sites surrounded by nature - Nachikatsuura – famous for fresh tuna; a great place to enjoy lunch - Kii-no-Matsushima Cruise (Nachikatsuura)– a scenic cruise on the Pacific Ocean with dynamic coastal views - Hamayu Public Bath (Nachikatsuura) – a very old free-flowing onsen, about 1 hour by car, where you can experience the atmosphere of traditional Japan ■Beautiful Beaches■ 1. Atashika Beach, popular for its clear, shallow waters and white sand, is a 15-minute drive away. 　(It takes 9 minutes by train from Kata Station to Atashika Station) 2. Mikisato Beach is a 5-minute drive or 7-minute bus ride away. ■Access■ - The nearest bus stop Minamifurue 1 minute walk　 - Kata Station, 5 minutes by car/6 minutes by bus - Owase Station, 20 minutes by car/26 minutes by bus - Ohai trail gateway, Kuki Port, 20 minutes by car ■Restaurant■ We recommend the local country-style restaurant “Sanakano Nishiya.” It is located a 3-minute drive or a 20-minute(near Kata station) walk away. You can enjoy a variety of dishes such as seasonal sashimi and sukiyaki etc... Dinner bento delivery is also available. Hours: Breakfast (Morning Set): 7:30–10:00 (Closed Tuesdays and Fridays) Lunch: 11:00–15:00 (Closed Tuesdays and Fridays) Dinner: 17:00–21:00 (Reservation required at least 2 days in advance; no regular closing days) Dinner Bento Delivery: 17:00–20:00 (Reservation required at least 2 days in advance; no regular closing days) You may also make dinner reservations through Masunoya. For dinner, round-trip transportation is available for guests without a car or for those who wish to enjoy alcoholic beverages.