“We will be back again!”

The Zen house was very comfortable to stay in. Definitely recommend to include the half board meal option! Hearty breakfast and dinner prepared at the apartment.

It was a fuss-free experience, exceptional room service for breakfast and dinner, making it a perfect stay for ski trip. Staff are very welcoming and friendly, and the entire property is spotless.

“The Perfect Traditional Japanese Kominka Experience"”

The hot spring here is simply outstanding! With a panoramic view and even a sauna, you can fully enjoy your stay without needing to go anywhere else. Meals are thoughtfully prepared in the room, so I could relax and enjoy everything at my own pace. The private shuttle service from Echigo-Yuzawa Station also made access very easy and convenient.

A peaceful inn tucked away in a quiet village surrounded by rice fields. I enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and the freedom of self-service meals, which let me move at my own pace. Having access to the hot spring at Satoyama Jujo’s main building was another highlight, making my stay both comfortable and memorable.

“A healing stay in a sacred and serene atmosphere”

A spacious garden made for a truly elegant and relaxing stay. The house also comes with a sauna, and being located within a shrine’s grounds gave the place a special, sacred atmosphere. I especially recommend a peaceful morning walk—it was unforgettable.

“I’ll definitely be back☺︎”

A peaceful retreat that touched my heart. Staying at THE HOUSE KIROKU (Kura 02) was one of the most unique and relaxing experiences I’ve had in Japan. Nestled in a quiet village with lush greenery, it felt like a perfect balance between nature and privacy. The room was full of charm — a beautiful blend of traditional design and modern comfort. I felt completely at ease from the moment I stepped in. One special highlight was the selection of local sake, all complimentary and even available to take home. Such a lovely and unexpected souvenir to bring back! Dinner and breakfast were both carefully crafted. The flavors were delicate and felt very natural — I personally loved it, though I can imagine the taste might be different from what some international guests are used to. The whole stay was contactless, with remote check-in and meals delivered directly to the room. I appreciated the calm and the space to just breathe. If you’re looking for a quiet escape with a touch of Japanese countryside charm, this is the place. I would love to return again in another season.

“Snowy but warm”

The snow

Great stay. Food, atmosphere, hospitality Unforgettable. Will definitely come back. Special thanks to Taomi and Aye

“Fantastic”

As same as pictures very cozy & nice

A secluded and comfortable accommodation, paying attention to the arrangement of every detail. Cuisine of nature and food with respect, beautiful experience of the six senses, and the memorable journey of body and mind.

Very clean. Though the indoor slippers aren’t provided, you wouldn’t even think about asking.

“Relax and soak in the amazing hot springs at this luxurious ryokan.”

The main feature of this stay for me was the hot springs. Being able to sit in the onsen with a view of the mountains was truly unique. The private sauna was also very nice. This ryokan is a fantastic place to get away from modern life for a few days and relax. The food is also very high quality, although the nature of some of the more traditional dishes takes some adjusting of the palette.

Had the most incredible stay at Satoyama Jujo. My wife and I were visiting Japan and in search of a nature retreat from Tokyo for a few nights, and this resort exceeded our expectations in so many ways. The room was quiet and serene, the baths had stunning views of the surrounding mountains, and the food was impeccable. The service was so thoughtful as well; on our last day we were snowed in and couldn't get back to Tokyo, but the hotel made sure we could extend our reservation one night and offered a complimentary taxi to the train station the next day. Hope to be back again one day!

“Special hotel with great food and beautiful starry sky”

Exceptional in many ways, particularly the food and the night sky.

“The hotel is nicely surrounded by the greens and convenient to reach from the city.”

The breakfast was healthy and make good use of local ingredients.

Everything was so serene and pretty. The staff were Very kind and welcoming. They found out it was our anniversary and made us a special dessert! We have all kinds of food restrictions and they took them all into consideration. The room was amazing and had a beautiful veiw. The food was very good and all locally sourced. 100 percent would recommend this ryokan! The onsen in the room was so peaceful and the common one had a view to the mountains