A rice farmer in the mountains started a private lodging limited to one pair per day in Hanare, which is adjacent to the main house. Visit the footprints of ninja in Iga and Koga, a shinobi certified as a Japanese heritage site, and take a walk around Shigaraki, the production area of pottery in Japan's Rokuko kiln. With the chirping of birds and the sounds of insects as background music, the night is quiet in a small mountain village where the countryside spreads out in a mountainous area. Except for the outside lights, it is pitch dark and there is a star shine that can not be seen in the city. You can eat out without a night, or you can cook yourself in the kitchen with your family and friends, you can stay at your hotel freely. There is no set child rate for the accommodation fee, but infants under 6 years old are free of charge. It is a private lodging for those who want to relax in an idyllic mountain village in the middle of the trip. Rice and rice ball ingredients are prepared for breakfast. If you do not cook rice, please take it home. There are also small souvenirs at the checkout. In addition, if you need to pick up and drop off at Shigaraki Kogen Kogen Shigaraki Station, please let us know at the time of reservation. In addition, as an option, we can provide guidance such as "rice cake making experience" and 〘 "rice cake making experience", so please contact us. 【Access】 ? The nearest station is Shigaraki Kogen Kogen Shigaraki Station From Shigaraki Station, take the Koga City Community Bus to Miyajiri for about 20 minutes, get off at Sugiyama Bus Stop 3 minutes on foot ? From the Sugiyama intersection of National Route 307, enter the direction of Prefectural Route 5 Kizu and enter 1 km 2 minutes ? 11km18 minutes from Shin-Meika-Shigaraki IC, 21km30 minutes from Meihan Kokudō Tsukiyuno IC, and 36km40 minutes from Gyeonggi Bypass Kasatori IC 【Surrounding facilities】 ? 5 km 8 minutes to Yamada Ranch, 4.2 km 13 minutes to Chicken Naru Waterfall, 6 km 11 minutes to Shigaraki Pottery Traditional Industry Hall, 6.2 km 12 minutes to Shigaraki Station, 7.4 km 15 minutes to the Prefectural Ceramic Forest, 9 km 20 minutes to MIHO Museum, 12 km 18 minutes to Shigaraki Onsen Tarao Noyu, 11 km 18 minutes to the ruins of Shikagaku Shrine, 15 km 25 minutes to Iga no Sato Mokumoku Farm, 22 km 30 minutes to Koga-ryu Real Ninja Museum, 26 km 35 minutes to Uji Byodo-in, 30 km 40 minutes to Hama Otsu Port, 34 km 60 minutes to Todaiji Daibutsu Temple, 35 km 50 minutes to the Prefectural Lake Biwa Museum, 35 km 60 minutes to Hiracata Park, 41 km to Kiyomizu-dera Temple 1 hour 15 minutes, Biwako Terrace 66 km 1 hour 25 minutes 【Shopping】 ? 2 km 4 minutes to 7-Eleven and 5 km 10 minutes to Friend Mart Peace Hall 【Food and Drink】 ? Cafe Sugiyama 1 km 4 minutes, Pork restaurant SORA in 2 km 5 minutes, Kurodaen Garden 3.5 km 7 minutes, Restaurant Yamabiko 5 km 10 minutes

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)