Places to stay near Akakura Onsen Ski Area

Limited to one group per day, Mökki is a small cottage with a garden by a stream

Mökki means "cottage" in Finnish. Spend your time in a special place surrounded by nature. Guest house Mökki is located in Shinano-cho, a town blessed with forests, lakes and snow in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture, with a wealth of natural areas such as Kurohime Kogen, Lake Nojiri and Togakushi nearby. You can freely use the comfortable building renovated with natural materials such as cedar, cypress, and plaster, the natural garden that creates seasonal scenery, and the forest where the stream flows.In the forest that we have been maintaining, you can see birds, squirrels, and marten, and you can enjoy strolling around looking for wild vegetables and mushrooms, as well as swings and hammocks. We also paid close attention to the interior design and kitchen utensils to make sure you can enjoy "living" in the space. At the gazebo by the stream, you can enjoy BBQ and campfires without worrying about the weather. It is ideal as a base for hiking, fishing, paddle boarding, and golf during the green season, and as a base for winter sports during the snow season. We also offer a celebration cake service for customers celebrating their birthdays or anniversaries.Please check with me in advanced.

Limited to one group per day: A private house with a sauna where you can enjoy the breathtaking view of Mt. Kurohime, Kurohime Kaitaku Campground, BBQ

[Open July 2023] Crohimekaitaku is a luxurious house overlooking the beautiful scenery woven by Mt. Kurohime. Enjoy a blissful moment surrounded by nature in a comfortable silence. It is located about a 10-minute drive from Shinano-machi IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway, with excellent access by car. As a base for sightseeing in all seasons! 15-20 minutes by car to Togakushi, Iinuma, Kurohime, Madarao, and Myoko. In an area with famous powder snow ski resorts, you can easily enjoy winter sports in the winter. Well maintained! The private sauna is equipped with a Finnish wood-burning sauna stove. You can also enjoy a self-lowering bath. Enjoy a luxurious sauna time and forest bathing in a water bath with a magnificent view of Mt. Kurohime. You can enjoy the comfort of warmth and refreshment at the same time. It has 4 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 9 people. We also have a bathroom, toilet, air conditioner, washing machine, and dryer, so you can stay with peace of mind even for consecutive nights. For winter heating, there is a pellet stove, so please relax and enjoy.

[Nüek Kurohime] An entire rental inn in the forest of Kurohime Kogen

🍃 “Nüek” is a small, traditional kominka house located on the Kurohime Highland in Nagano, Japan, that has been renovated and is now available for rent as an entire property. The renovation was attended by Studio Sayapu led by Mr. Kitazawa, an artist based in Nagano.Focusing on Mr. Kitazawa's sensibilities, the company's craftsmen, who bring out the power of the old private house, have worked hard to create a space that is quietly sophisticated while making use of the charm. It is cool in summer and in winter you can enjoy skiing and snow views.Time passes as you gently prepare yourself while surrounded by nature. Instead of "a place to stay at the end of the trip", the accommodation itself becomes the destination of the trip. Enjoy a special time that can only be had at a small, secluded inn🏠🍃 ⸻

Enjoy the view of Lake Nojiri, with a private sauna, Anoie (あの家)

This house overlooks Lake Nojiri and has a superb view. There are several ski resorts (Myoko, Kurohime, Madarao) about 15-20 minutes away by car, making it a perfect base for winter sports. Enjoy the wood stove sauna and the water bath with a view. There are no private houses around, so you can listen to music and watch movies loudly. Because it is a house located deep in the mountains, we take the best measures, but in the warm season, insects come out. It snows a lot in winter. In autumn, fallen leaves dance. You will also need to adjust the wood stove fire yourself. It's not an easy house to live in, but we promise you a great view and experience. Enjoy cooking with a counter kitchen with a view, condiments and cooking utensils. (There is no equipment for BBQ)

Rock Forest Hokuriku Izawa [BBQ in the fireplace in the forest & hot spring bath fed by a source spring on a rock]

A 1000 square meter private villa with 7 spaces. The entire "Rock Forest" has seven main concepts. We offer each "way of spending time". After procuring fresh ingredients locally, move to the Rock Forest, park your car in the parking lot, and go up the stairs to bring the ingredients to the hearth space. You won't see any other people. It is 60 minutes by Shinkansen from Tokyo to Karuizawa, and 30 minutes by car from Karuizawa Station, so you can work in the morning and take a half-day off in the afternoon, for example. Surrounded by nature, you can relax and enjoy an extraordinary time. < Winter season November-March > The outdoor bath is closed during the winter months.

Luxury Chalet, 5 Min Walk to Gondola, Scenic Views

Meanwhile Woods is a private villa just a five-minute walk from the main gondola at Akakura Kanko Ski Resort, situated within Mount Myoko National Park. Set on a 500-square-meter property surrounded by natural forest, the villa offers stunning views of Mt. Myoko’s peaks. Despite its tranquil forest setting, it is conveniently located within walking distance of shops, ski rental services, onsen, restaurants, a bakery, and cafés—providing both peaceful seclusion and easy access to local amenities.

Forest sauna hideaway — where stillness is luxury

Break Free, Find Mindfulness: Discover healing tranquility at Soil. • Tranquil chalet in Okumisora-no, Hakuba Village • Peaceful ambiance & stunning forest views through large windows • Japanese craftsmanship in owner's selected furniture & tableware • Ideal remote work space with monitor & printer • Blissful relaxation: fire pit, sauna & hinoki wood bath • 1-min walk to Hotel Oak Forest's hot springs & restaurant and shuttle bus stop • Walking distance to popular Echoland restaurants and bars.

tiny cabin Nagano - Serene retreat / Snow Monkey

✨ Discover the perfect blend of modern design and serene nature in this charming, cozy cabin nestled in the forests of Nagano. Redesigned by a renowned Nagano-based interior designer as a model home, this cabin offers a unique stay with stylish interiors. Whether you’re seeking tranquility, ❄️skiing Nagano’s famous powder snow (just a 15-min. drive), or visiting historic shrines (30 min.), this cabin has it all. For outdoor enthusiasts, a camping and lake activity center is just 5 minutes away!✨

Modern Luxury, Classic Style, Onsen Nearby

Nestled in the mountains of Nagano at an elevation of 860 meters (2,821 feet), this is a luxury home exclusively for those who want to escape tourist traps, experience a side of Japan rarely seen by outsiders, and do it in style. Our 3-bedroom home is 200 sq. meters (2153 sq. feet) large and is a marriage between traditional Japanese architecture and modern technology and comfort. The home is accessible from Tokyo and other major cities via the Shinkansen bullet train or Joshin-etsu Expressway.

Modern Ski Chalet, Togakushi, walk to restaurants

Renovated to be open, modern and spacious our chalet is only 20 minutes drive from Nagano City, Togakushi and Iizuna ski resorts. It is less than 5 minutes walk (or 1 min drive) to some cafes and restaurants and the new Nagano Forest Village. There, you can buy local produce, craft beers & wine, and walk around the beautiful area. We recommend driving to explore more around the highlands and snow tires (or chains) are a must have during winter. We are 1080m above sea level, its cool in summer!

[Shinmidori - Summer Hakuba/Kamikochi] Maximum 12 people - Entire house rental | 2 authentic saunas

夏の安曇野・池田町を拠点に、北アルプスの絶景へ。 上高地、立山黒部アルペンルート、白馬・八方池など、この時期ならではの山岳観光を満喫できます。8月後半から9月にかけては、夏のにぎわいのあとに、少し落ち着いた信州の空気も楽しめる時期です。 日中は山や高原へ、夜は里山の静けさへ。 サウナ、BBQ、星空を楽しめる一棟貸しコテージです。 安曇野でゆっくり過ごしたい方はもちろん、上高地や白馬観光の拠点として、1泊〜連泊の滞在にもおすすめです。 白馬・上高地・立山黒部へのアクセスに便利。グループ旅行・家族旅行・長期滞在にも対応。洗濯機とバスルームには乾燥機能もあり、連泊でも快適にお過ごしいただけます。 公共交通でもお越しいただけますが、このエリアはお車がある方がより便利です。 信濃松川駅・明科駅は無料送迎可。その他の送迎や観光送迎は、片道2時間以内の範囲で距離により2,000円〜8,000円（往復料金）にて対応可能です。5名以上はレンタカー対応となるため、事前にご相談ください。 7月・8月の空きは残りわずかとなっております。 1周年の感謝を込め、一部日程を調整しています。

Hinode Chalet• Private Home in Myoko

Hinode Chalet is a perfectly secluded getaway for a family or group of 5 friends. Located between Suginohara & Alpen Blick/Ikenotaira ski resorts. The first floor, gives access to the entrance, the kitchen, dining area, a separate lounge room, a bedroom, bathroom and toilet. While upstairs leads to two separate Japanese western rooms. Easily accessible by car to 8 ski areas. A 4WD car is recommended to explore easily, parking is free, if you need transportation get in touch.