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Himecho@Yasushi

Paradise Slope | Himecho@Yasushi | Nozawaonsen, Japan
Skiing Slope | Himecho@Yasushi | Nozawaonsen, Japan

2023-2024 White Season

As the last of the leaves begin to fall and the first snow blankets the village, Nozawa Onsen becomes
a bustle of winter activity.

Unlike the peaceful quality of summer, winter in the village is a magical time filled with packed
restaurants, local events, and winter Matsuri (祭り) The most popular being the Nozawa Onsen Fire
Festival (野沢温泉道祖神火祭り).

At the heart of the village its age-old hot spring, Ogama, bubbles with life even in the coldest
months. Many locals and visitors alike can be seen visiting the different onsen and exploring the
snowy streets for the freshest Oyaki (おやき). Nozawa Onsen, is a gateway to winter adventure,
with its immaculate trails and fresh powder, drawing enthusiasts from around the globe. Days start
early on the slopes, as people head out to enjoy a few hours filled with skiing and snowboarding. For
those less inclined to extreme sports, the village offers a variety of other activities such as
snowshoeing and tours up to the mountains to catch the local snow monkeys playing and bathing in
the springs.

But it's not just the thrill-seekers who are drawn by Nozawa Onsen's winter season. Strolling through
the lantern-lit streets, one can't help but be charmed by the village's serenity. Not only a ski resort
but a valley filled with historical landmarks and natural beauty. A place that offers something for
everyone.

Here at Residence Yasushi, our team will be working hard to prepare our facilities for our guests’
own winter experiences. We look forward to welcoming you this winter season.

Flowers in the Village | Himecho@Yasushi | Nozawaonsen, Japan
Spring in Nozawaonsen | Himecho@Yasushi | Nozawaonsen, Japan

Green Season 2023

Nozawa onsen, a snowy delight in the winter, is just as magical in the summer.

Hidden in a valley, surrounded by green mountains and farmlands, the village comes alive in the green season when delicious mountain vegetables like Fukinoto (蕗の薹), Warabi (蕨) and countless others are harvested by locals and eaten in a variety of different ways from pickles to Tempura.

This season we are excited to watch the village turn into a hiker’s destination with green
paths, blue lakes, and the sounds of summer in the mountains.

Hokuryu lake, a fifty-minute walk or a twenty-minute easy bicycle ride from Nozawa Onsen, is at its peak from May to August. Offering a variety of water activities such as fishing and stand-up paddle boarding, as well as grassy areas perfect for a picnic or going for a walk. On site you can also find a restaurant and a host of rental options, truly a great place to spend a day.

During the summer season there are also a variety of festivals or Matsuri (祭) such as the bamboo shoot festival in June. This is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the outdoor beauty of the village while enjoying traditional bamboo shoot based foods, some craft beer or gin from the village, local sakes and wines, or some famous Nagano apple juice.

Feel relaxed and healed by the quiet tranquillity of the village while doing any of the many summer activities offered by the village. Whether it be soaking in one of the local onsen, mountain biking, or enjoying one of the hiking trails around the village you’re bound to leave feeling refreshed.

Soon after we’ll be excited to start preparing for the winter season. Here at Residence Yasushi, our hotel manager Keisuke and his team will be working on taking bookings, preparing rentals, and getting the hotel ready for our guests.

Nozawaonsen chair lift | Residence Yasushi, Nozawaonsen, Japan

2022-2023 White Season

Residence Yasushi, Himecho@Yasushi, and the Nozawaonsen ski resort open on November 26, 2022 for the new winter season!

We are preparing for what will certainly be a very special winter. The team at Residence
Yasushi and Himecho@Yasushi are thrilled to welcome you to this special place. The long range
forecast calls for above average snowfall. Our staff are busy hiring rental equipment, scheduling
lessons and making dinner reservations. For best results contact us for dinner reservations as
early as possible, the best spots fill up quickly.

Our team this Season is made up of great people from places near and far. Keisuke will be the
guest services manager. He and the rest of the team will be working hard to make your stay
supremely memorable and relaxing. Erina is in charge of the kitchen. Her food is soulful and
creative. Just the thing before hitting the slopes or onsen. We will offer western and Japanese
style breakfast this winter. Shannon and Ed from Australia will be helping with front desk and
shoveling duties.
We are so excited for the snow to fall and people from near and far to join us at Residence Yasushi, get in touch with us for more information and reservation!

Staff | Residence Yasushi, Nozawaonsen, Japan
Nozawaonsen Village | Himecho@Yasushi | Nozawaonsen, Japan

Green Season 2022

Green season in Nozawa Onsen has begun. Now is the time to escape the confines of urban life. The mountains are waiting to be climbed. The relaxing Onsen waters are here to rejuvenate your body. Breathe the clean air. Take a nature walk, sample local delicacies, challenge yourself with a bicycle hill climb. Soon will be the time for picnics in alpine meadows, wildflower viewing and more vigorous pursuits.

Summer ski slope from 6/18
Zip sky ride from 5/14
Nasky park from 5/14
Mountain bike course from7/6
Summer gondola from 7/6

Our in-house chef will continue to create spectacular breakfast and afternoon tea. We will be hosting
Yoga retreats in partnership with Shi Zen yoga and healing. Our guests' positive feedback has garnered a 9.7 rating on booking.com!
I would further like to thank all our guests from this past season for their support and patronage. Please come visit this green season to enjoy another side of Nozawa Onsen.

Nozawanonsen Village in winter | Himecho@Yasushi | Nozawaonsen, Japan

White Season 2021-2022

Residence Yasushi, Himecho@Yasushi, and the Nozawaonsen ski resort open on November 27, 2021 for the new winter season!

The snow canons will be in action before then to allow visitors to ski at the mountain top from the start. That being said we already had a number of days of natural snow as early as October, a promise of a cold and snowy winter!

Our Chef’s Japanese and Western type set breakfast will continue to be available this season having had so much success last year. Of course our classic dishes remain on our menu, but look out for new winter creations to surprise your palate.

A Dinner Package is available in collaboration with Gochisou Restaurant & Cocktail Bar - located within our complex, reservations are taken from 6 pm every day, except Wednesdays - the choice for a 3 set meal is taken from their main menu. Do try their incredible cocktails as well!

Get in touch with us for more information and reservation!

Nanao waterfall | Himecho@Yasushi | Nozawaonsen, Japan

Green Season 2021

Hello Friends, after the cold and powdery Winter season, now it's time to get enjoy the Summertime!
We are thrilled to have been through another season with you and see that year after year you enjoy our facilities and delicious food! Most of our team is still in the village ready to make your summer unforgettable too. Nozawaonsen is an ideal base to explore the northern Nagano area, with plenty of waterfalls, lakes, mountain views accessible by car, walk, or mountain bike. Other ideas of activities include summer ski, canoeing, Stand up paddle, yoga retreats, climbing, and of course Eating!

Do not miss the many coupons and vouchers available with the Nagano prefecture at the moment and hopefully soon again with the National GoTo Travel campaign. Keep an eye on our social media to be updated with the latest opportunities!

This summer in order to help with the social distancing we will welcome private groups and to our hotel for some exclusive Yoga Retreats and Gourmet experiences. We also open to individual guests on weekends and public holidays but only at 50% capacity in order to be able to provide our guests with a maximum of comfort and peace of mind.

We are looking forward to welcoming you and do not hesitate to get in touch with us!

Himecho | Himecho@Yasushi, Nozawaonsen, Japan

2020-2021 White Season

Himecho@Yasushi House and the Nozawaonsen ski resort are opening this week and with perfect snow conditions right from the start!
Almost 2 meters of snow at the mountain top after a few days of consecutive snow and it's not going to stop for a few days. All the local people are saying that it is going to be a very snowy year and they are right! It feels really good to re-open our beloved Himecho house after a difficult summer disrupted by the vagaries of quarantine and travel restrictions.
Now that winter is here and a lot of snow with it, we will are now enjoying our favorite season of the year. We have adopted a number of procedures to guarantee the well-being of our guests while staying with us. Despite our 5 stars review on cleanliness, we have updated our cleaning protocol to include even more care both in public areas and in guests' rooms.
The location of the house has never been better. A new access path starting right next to the house will take you within 50 meters to the Hikage Gondola travelator. The house is located in the heart of Nozawaonsen and also benefits from 3 parking places. It is an ideal place and location for Families or a Group of Friends looking to be close to everything in Nozawaonsen!
Our Concierge service from the Hotel Residence Yasushi will again this year assist to make your stay at Himecho@Yasushi as comfortable as possible, providing you with the best activity tips on what to do in Nozawaonsen. Get in touch with us for more information!

Himecho@Yasushi | Nozawaonsen, Japan

Green Season 2020

The snow was late this year but carried into a wonderfully long season. Sadly, by March, few could enjoy the wonderful Spring skiing conditions as the viral outbreak curtailed travel plans everywhere.

As the world grapples with the challenges brought about by the COVID19 outbreak, our village has decided to restrict movement in and out of the village as much as possible. To that end, Residence Yasushi and Himecho@Yasushi will not be taking reservations over the next few months. As many are experiencing globally, this Spring in Nozawaonsen will be a quiet home bound time.

We will review the situation in the summer for the feasibility of an autumn opening, but are very hopeful we will all be able to enjoy winter freely again. Bookings for winter 2020/2021 are now open. We know these are fluid conditions and will be incorporating additional flexibility for guests given the fluid conditions of global travel. We are, for example, offering late pre-payment deadlines for confirmed bookings and will align with global health and travel advisories as they evolve later in the year.

In the meantime, we wish all our friends good health. Keep safe!!

Himecho@Yasushi | Nozawaonsen, Japan

Himecho@Yasushi Opens

Himecho@Yasushi launched into the Christmas and New Year season with gusto!!
Our very first guests arrived before Christmas. It was really lovely to see Himecho@Yasushi filled with happy faces and much laughter. So far so good!! While we expected teething issues with a new property, we’ve been surprised at how well the planning our team did prior to opening has ensured a smooth launch. We have had the best guests and are delighted they enjoyed their stays. Everyone has been thrilled with this latest addition!!
Of course, the only thing we could not plan for was the weather and the snow came late this year… Guests arriving earlier in the season discovered instead, the many different activities and attractions of Nozawaonsen. This village has so much to offer - from the iconic onsens and massges, to fabulous walks - on snow shoes or in hiking boots, to cooking and craft lessons.
As one might expect, being in the top agricultural regions of Nagano and Niigata, the myriad gastronomic offerings cleave to a very high standard. With more time away from the slopes, many were encouraged to take strolls through the village and try the restaurants and cafes located a little further away. There is so much yummy food to be had here!!
Tia and Tyson have opened IVY, an absolutely charming Wine and Tapas bar in the historic bar space here. Now the snow has come in hard, this is a perfect stop as you come off the slopes. It’s just minutes from the moving walkway from Hikage so come and unwind for a relaxing apres ski tipple and nibble.
Come visit us soon!!! We’ve been pretty fully booked, but it is still possible to come later in the season…
Happy 2020!!!

In preparation for 2019 White Season

In May, Residence Yasushi took on the renovation of Himecho. We have been busy bringing modern infrastructure to a historic house with well over a century of history - one of the oldest residences in Nozawaonsen, in preparation for the discerning guests that we welcome at Resident Yasushi.

This December, Himecho@Yasushi will be relaunched as part of Residence Yasushi’s accommodation offering. This gives us a villa we can offer to private groups - a frequent request over our first year of operation.  It brings this lovely old building, located in the quiet Ogama district, back to its roots. The old Himecho was previously a ryokan welcoming guests visiting the onsen and slopes of Nozawa Onsen. Guests enjoyed its central position and warm hospitality.

Updating this wonderful old machiya-style house with more modern lifestyle elements has been a labour of love and an exercise in finding creative solutions to what often appeared as insurmountable conundrums; when space constraints and respect for a traditional layout collided with the improvements necessary to modern lifestyles. We are proud to have created atmospheric living spaces for guests to relax in together without foregoing modern conveniences.

We hope you will agree that the attention to detail our guests have enjoyed at Residence Yasushi has been replicated in this unique, intimate and historic setting. Step out of your front door and watch vegetables and eggs being cooked by villagers (note, only villagers allowed!) in the Ogama hots springs.

Himecho@Yasushi is ideal for families and private groups who believe a deeper taste of a Japanese lifestyle will enhance their visit.  Japan's traditional intimate abodes with elegant, pared down essentials and an eye for detail and quality are our inspiration here. 

Sneak Preview
Himecho is taking on its final shape now! Check out the Gallery too!!



Himecho@Yasushi, Nozawaonsen, Japan
Himecho@Yasushi

9298 Toyosato, Nozawaonsen, Shimotakai District, Nagano Prefecture 389-2502, Japan


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