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)

We have prepared an 8 tatami mat room as a bedroom and a 6 tatami mat room as a relaxing room. Since it is limited to one group and two people per day, you can use the Japanese-style room between the two rooms of Honma in a row and use it comfortably. The Kokuryo River flows near the inn, and there is also a wide promenade, so it is perfect for a walk. In addition, there are many museums and places of interest related to the Besshi Copper Mine, which greatly contributed to the modernization of Japan, in Niihama City, and most of them can be visited in about 15~30 minutes by car from our inn and JR Niihama Station, so why not make a plan for sightseeing in the area? After arriving, we will guide you to such sightseeing spots in the city, so please feel free to ask. For those who cannot come by car, we recommend that you check the restaurants near JR Niihama Station or the inn in advance. There are supermarkets and convenience stores around the station, and a supermarket about a 5-minute walk from our hotel, so you can bring your own meals. 〇 Healthy breakfast with plenty of fresh vegetables from the local and neighboring regions ・ Bread dishes using buckets and bagles from the local popular "Boulangerie Fukusuke" ・Seasonal vegetable salad (sometimes raw vegetables and sometimes cooked vegetables) ・ Soup with plenty of seasonal vegetables (spice soup, minestrone, potage, etc. change from time to time) ） ・Homemade yogurt mousse ・ Seasonal blend or organic tea from the local "COFFEE BEANS" 〇Welcome tea Shikoku Chuo City Wakiseicha's green tea and local confectionery shop Murakami's Japanese sweets 〇 Souvenirs Baked sweets from the local welfare work center "Domu" < Amenities> 〇 Towel Imabari Towel Monori Yano's easy-to-use slim bath towel & face towel made of organic cotton 〇Shampoo & Body Soap Shampoo and body soap with no synthetic colors, synthetic fragrances, alcohol-free, non-silicone, natural herbal and citrus scents * Disposable toothbrushes are not included in the price. You can bring your own or we will sell an eco-friendly toothbrush for a fee (¥100).