Miyama Ouan

Another review has already covered most aspects of this hotel, including its facilities and environment. Since we upgraded our room type on the second night, I'm writing a separate review for that. This room type is very unique; it's a reconstructed Japanese village house with hotel furnishings, so you can see the exposed beams, which blend in perfectly. The room features the highlight of our trip: a private outdoor onsen. That night, it was snowing heavily in Okuhida, and our family soaked in the outdoor hot spring, watching the snowflakes fall over the forest. It felt like we were in a fairy tale, far surpassing the hotel's two private indoor onsens. Additionally, this room type comes with a complete set of personal care products, provided per person, making it much more comfortable than standard rooms.

The room was spacious and clean. The open-air hot spring wasn't crowded, and after a soak, there was complimentary milk and ice cream. They even offered late-night ramen. The Hida beef aburi kaiseki dinner was delicious too!

🌿 A Secluded Paradise in Okuhida Mountains The moment I stepped into Okuhida Sakurakan, I was captivated by its authentic old folk-house architectural style and the rich scent of wood. The hotel's overall design blends perfectly with the surrounding natural landscape, making it feel like staying in an exquisite forest museum. The rooms are spacious and full of Zen, with magnificent views of the Northern Alps outside the window, beautiful in every season. ♨️ Ultimate Hot Spring Experience The onsen experience here is simply perfect. Besides the public bath, the hotel's **private open-air baths (kashikiri onsen)** offer a truly ritualistic experience. Soaking in the hot springs surrounded by snow-capped mountains and forests is both private and romantic. I especially recommend a morning soak, breathing in the crisp mountain air and feeling the warmth of the spring water—it's a complete rejuvenation for body and soul. 🥩 A Gastronomic Feast The Hida beef dinner banquet was astonishing; the meat was tender and melted in my mouth, and every dish was exquisitely presented like a work of art. The hotel's signature offerings—the complimentary late-night 'Yonaki' ramen and the free Hida milk or ice cream after a bath—truly highlight the delicate and warm Japanese hospitality.

The private hot spring with a snowy view was beautiful, and we could soak for half an hour. The room was quite spacious. However, all the windows in the room could only be opened a crack, so the steam from the private hot spring fogged up the glass, making it impossible to see outside. Also, getting around the hotel involved a lot of up and down, which was a bit tiring, but the privacy was excellent, and it was very quiet. The service was great, very Japanese in that they'd meet any reasonable request you had.

A perfect hot spring hotel. Both breakfast and dinner were delicious, and the room had a private hot spring. The room was very spacious, and it was about a 10-minute walk to the ski resort. There are also many attractions nearby. Highly recommended!