Journey to heal heart and body...Luxury hotels and ryokan in Yamanashi for a lavish holiday・Vol.1

  • June 10, 2019
  • Aug 27, 2018
  • Relux

This article is republished by courtesy of Relux Magazine.

This time, we will introduce highly satisfying luxury hotels and ryokan that you will certainly want to stay at when visiting Yamanashi.

Yamanashi Prefecture, surrounded by nature such as Mt. Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko and Kofu Basin, and the Yatsugatake Mountains. It also happens to be a prefecture dotted with top notch inns where you can spend relaxing while appreciating nature. Also, because it is a mountainous area, you can savor various hot springs. Right now, let’s take a look at some of the luxury inns that we found in Yamanashi.

Fuefukigawa Onsen Zabou

Fuefukigawa Onsen Zabou
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Speaking of a luxury inn in Yamanashi Prefecture, there are many people who cite "Zabo" here. The location is Fuegukugawa Onsen. But Yamanashi is not just about the hot springs; it is a spot where you can enjoy various activities such as winery tours and factory tours of the shop “Kikyou,” famous for its "Kikyou Shingen Mochi. And this "Zabou" is a luxuriously built inn, with just 19 rooms on the site that stretches over 9,900 square meters.

Fuefukigawa Onsen Zabou
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The definition of the word "zabou" is simply the act of looking at a situation with a calm heart, free from worldly thoughts. According to its name, in a luxuriously tailored room, you can quietly face the seasons and yourself. Additionally, the hot water used in the indoor and outdoor baths are sourced from gensen kakenagashi, officially declared Japanese hot springs. It is said that you can say that you can spend your holidays with yourself while enjoying the grace and visual feast of the mountains.

Fujisan Onsen Hotel Kaneyamaen & Bessho SASA

Fujisan Onsen Hotel Kaneyamaen & Bessho SASA
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Mt. Fuji which is a symbol of not only Yamanashi, but of Japan as a country. The gentle ridge line of the figure stands out so beautifully that you could easily gaze at it for hours without tiring of the view. Fuji can also be seen from the private bathroom of the luxurious accommodation is "Bessho SASA". It was newly created as another inn within Hotel Kaneyamaen.

Fujisan Onsen Hotel Kaneyamaen & Bessho SASA
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It is a ryokan boasting of a garden with over 8,200 square meters. After taking advantage of the amazake (sweet sake) service in the garden, it is a good idea to take a walk downhill to take a bath once it cools down. Also, you can enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets that change weekly from "Seiryuan" which connects from the main building through the corridor, as well as freshly ground coffee gathered from 60 countries in the special lounge.

Fujisan Onsen Hotel Kaneyamaen & Bessho SASA
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When you start to feel hungry, there are a variety of attractive options such as open kitchen dining where food is prepared before your eyes, a private room restaurant, or room meals. Have luxurious hospitality in a luxurious space ... Does not your heart beat faster just by imagining?

Forest Village (within Fuji Premium Resort)

Forest Village (within Fuji Premium Resort)
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This is another accommodation where you can enjoy Mt. Fuji, and at "Forest Village" you can taste a resort-like atmosphere. The place is a unique cottage within Fuji Premium Resort, right at the foot of Mount Fuji.

Forest Village (within Fuji Premium Resort)
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The site is 50,000 pyong. These rooms, built among an abundance of natural surroundings, are so luxurious that you will have the feeling of being in a fine villa. In addition to the public bath, it also has an open-air bath that allows you to take a bath while enjoying the view of the greenery. You will be able to spend an active and luxurious holiday here that is different from the usual.

Yatsugatake Hotel Fuuka

Yatsugatake Hotel Fuuka
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There is also the nature-rich Yamanashi resort, Yatsugatake. In Yatsugatake there is a luxury type hotel that is almost like a refuge. The name is "Yatsugatake Hotel Fuuka". The hotel has 35 rooms, a rather large number, but also enough space to make guests feel welcomed in luxury. The guest rooms themselves also boast a rather luxurious interior, you can expect a resort that is a rank above.

Yatsugatake Hotel Fuuka
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Also, we are proud to recommend "Togari Ishi Onsen," featuring an outdoor bath in the Nagano Prefecture city of Chino where you can relax while watching the majestic ridge of Yatsugatake. If you combine sightseeing with Yatsugatake Outlets, you should be able to have a wonderful holiday. It’s worth noting that in March 2018, rooms will be renewed an reopened. It is a plateau resort hotel which has become increasingly attractive.

Itoyanagi Bessho - detached housing and a Japanese style garden

Itoyanagi Bessho - detached housing and a Japanese style garden
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"Wajyo En" which stands in one corner of popular tourist spot, "Isawa Onsenkyo" is located at the center of the Koshu basin. It opened in 2008 as an annex of the renowned well-established inn "Itoyanagi" in the local area. Guest rooms that overlook the courtyard, guest rooms with open-air bathing in a seperate area, promises a stay on a more upscale side.

Itoyanagi Bessho - detached housing and a Japanese style garden
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With natural stones, the outdoor bath is brimming with rustic charm. Guest rooms have a refined taste. There’s also a drink service held at the lobby lounge which everyone can enjoy. And because there are no age restrictions at this accommodation, it is also recommended for those with children. Especially you are somewhat secluded, you don’t have to worry about being a nuisance to other guests.

Itoyanagi Bessho - detached housing and a Japanese style garden
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Meals are one point that must be mentioned. Dinner is luxurious, as well as the breakfast that is rich with choices. Balanced ingredients are used, and we are sure that meals with satisfy both the health conscious and gourmets. You can spend a quality holiday here that will feel as if time has stopped - "Itoyanagi Bessho," please give it a try!

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