Featured Hotels Near Kamakura no Sato

Stay at Kamakura no Sato Resort, a boutique ryokan housed in restored traditional timber homes. Guests enjoy panoramic views of the Shinano River Valley from spacious, tatami-floored rooms equipped with underfloor heating. The property features an on-site hot spring bath and a garden courtyard perfect for relaxation. Just a 5-minute walk leads to local craft studios and a historic tea house offering hands-on pottery workshops. Book early via the HopeGoo app to secure your stay during peak seasons.

From Kamakura no Sato Resort, follow a stone path just 8 minutes away to the local pottery workshop, where guests can participate in free Japanese ceramics classes using locally sourced clay. Within a 10-minute walk lies the historic tea house, hosting daily matcha tasting sessions starting at 10 a.m., where visitors can wear kimonos and experience authentic tea ceremony rituals. These activities are led by resident artisans, offering a genuine glimpse into Iiyama’s craftsmanship and rural lifestyle.

Kamakura no Sato Onsen Villa is the only private onsen retreat in the area, blending modern minimalism with Edo-period wooden architecture. Its open-air baths are crafted from natural stone, offering sweeping views of birch forests and misty valleys. Each room includes a private sauna and aromatherapy system, while staff provide personalized tea service and foot massage. Guests may also join weekend forest meditation workshops, designed to harmonize mind and nature. HopeGoo through HopeGoo grants a complimentary local farm gift set.