[Nagano] Let's spend a luxurious time with him in "the place where the stars shine the brightest". 5 Select ryokan and Hotels in Achi Village

When you were a child, you saw a sky full of stars somewhere. "I want to share that moving view with my loved one." If you're living in a city where it's hard to see the stars, you might feel that way. Spending romantic time together gazing at the shining starry sky is sure to become a precious memory for the two of you.

We recommend Achi Village in Shimoina District Nagano Prefecture for such couples. This village has been certified by the Ministry of the Environment as "the place where the stars shine the brightest," and is said to have the best starry sky in Japan. They also hold romantic "starry sky tours" perfect for couples. Achi Village is a place where you can enjoy a clear night sky filled with stars, Hirugami onsen, which is rich in beauty ingredients, and a wide variety of local scenery and cuisine. This time, we will introduce you to some lodgings in Achi Village where you can spend a luxurious time with your partner!

"Manyo Saryo Misaka" is located in Hirugami onsen, about a 5-minute drive from Sonohara IC. It is a homely inn located just a short drive from "Heaven's Sonohara," which offers stargazing tours. The exterior has a calming feel like a rural home, making you feel like you've returned to a nostalgic place.

The guest rooms are Japanese-style rooms of about 10 tatami mats in size. The spacious rooms are as clean as new and you can tell they have been carefully maintained. When you come back from your stargazing tour, take a nice rest with your boyfriend. You'll be able to sleep comfortably on the fluffy futon.

The bath is Hirugami onsen is full of beauty ingredients. The thick ingredients make your skin feel moisturized as you bathe. There are plants growing around the open-air bath, creating a very refreshing scene. It's so comfortable you'll want to live here forever! Your skin will be so smooth you'll feel great.

meal is a Japanese set menu using local specialties from Achi Village. There are so many side dishes that you might have trouble deciding where to start. There is a wide variety of tempura made with seasonal wild vegetables, and you might even find some ingredients you've never tried before! The hostess' hospitality is also great, as she will explain the dishes to you in detail. It's a private room, so you can enjoy a luxurious meal just the two of you.

About 10 minutes by car from Iida Yamamoto IC, Yurui no Sato Esan is an inn that overlooks the natural scenery of Hirugami onsen. Once you pass through the luxurious entrance, you will be greeted by a lobby that resembles an irori hearth, making you feel warm and cozy. Of course, you can also see the stars well from here, so you can enjoy stargazing with your partner at night for a romantic feeling.

There are two buildings, "Esan (Main Building)" and "Rantei (New Building)". Regardless of which building you stay in, all the rooms are on the 4th floor or higher, have great views, and are Japanese-style rooms with large windows. Wake up refreshed in the morning with the light streaming in through the large windows, and relax with your partner by looking at the clear river flowing through Achi Village and the mountains of Hirugami during the day.

The bath is a large open-air rock bath. The indirect lighting creates a gentle atmosphere that will put you in a calm mood. You can get a good view of the sky from the open-air bath, so even after returning from a stargazing tour, you can enjoy admiring the night sky while soaking in the warm water.

If you are hungry, enjoy kaiseki cuisine at the meal place. In a spacious private room, you can enjoy charcoal-grilled seasonal ingredients around a sunken hearth. The traditional Japanese design of the room will make you feel nostalgic and relaxed.

Hotel Hanaya is located about 10 minutes by car from Iida-Yamamoto IC. It is located on a hilltop and boasts a great view from the rooms. It may be small, but it is full of hospitality, and the warm hospitality will make you and your partner smile. You will also feel relaxed with the view of the cityscape beyond the window and the Southern Alps in the distance.

There are six types of rooms. They are all attractive and stylish, so it's hard to choose. The rooms in the annex of the Sukiya-style building are accented with interior lamps, creating a soft atmosphere. Of course, you can also enjoy the night view of Hirugami onsen from here. Why not spend some romantic time alone with your partner?

The private bath is free and there is no limit to the number of times you can use it! In the open-air bath, you and your partner can have the night sky and the city lights all to yourself. Not only the open-air bath, but the very large indoor bath is also available for private use. Since it is Hirugami onsen, the spring quality is excellent. It is sure to be a luxurious and special time.

In the evening, enjoy a meal of fatty Shinshu beef and healthy mountain vegetables! The meat is used in abundance, and your stomach will growl in surprise. You and your partner will both feel happy after eating your fill.

Hirugami Grand Hotel Tenshin has an exterior that blends modern and Japanese styles. It is located about a 10-minute drive from Iida-Yamamoto IC. The hotel is equipped with a variety of facilities, including meal, a shop, and a lobby. The Achi River flows nearby, so you can feel the rich nature of Achi Village while staying at the inn. It is a space that will soothe both body and mind.

There are five types of guest rooms, both Japanese and Western. The highest grade special room offers a view of Hirugami onsen and the starry sky. It was even used for the shogi king's title match, in which Yoshiharu Habu played! Spending time in a luxurious space that can only be experienced here will make you and your partner feel like a rich couple.

The highlight of this inn is its baths, which are some of the largest in Hirugami onsen! They are located on the first floor and the top floor, and there are plenty of different types, including a panoramic bath, a ceramic bath, and a reclining bath. You might lose track of time if you take a bath in each one. The large panoramic bath on the top floor is just like a swimming pool. It's sure to leave you feeling liberated and help you blow away your everyday fatigue!

The colorful dishes will have you wondering which one to start with. There are also optional dishes that can only be enjoyed here, such as horse sashimi and stewed carp. You and your partner will surely smile when you try ingredients that you don't usually get to eat.

"Hirugaminosumika Kurotake" was built with the image of the Taisho era in mind. After driving for about 10 minutes from Iida-Yamamoto IC, you pass through a large gate resembling a mansion, and at the entrance you'll find a magnificent stone-paved garden. You'll feel like you've traveled back in time to a retro inn. There's a lot of antique interior decor inside the building. You can feel a modern feel within the old-fashioned atmosphere, which will get you and your partner excited.

The guest rooms are divided into four buildings, "I, Ro, Ha, Ni." Among them, the "I" building has two rooms, a Japanese-style room and a Western-style room, with an open-air bath and a garden! You can forget about time and spend a relaxing time with your partner, and feel free from your daily routine. If you upgrade, you can choose a room equipped with a sofa or massage chair.

In addition to the open-air bath and large communal bath, there is also a private bath that requires a reservation. Warming up your body in the thick Hirugami hot onsen is sure to leave your skin silky smooth. There are chairs in the bath for resting, so you can relax while enjoying the view. You'll be enchanted by the comfort and won't want to go home.

meal is creative and seasonal. The chef's special menu uses plenty of fish, meat, and vegetables. It looks so cute that you'll want to take pictures. The food is fun to look at and delicious to eat, so you'll be very satisfied. It's sure to be a memorable experience for you and your partner.

We've introduced you to a place to stay in Achi Village, where you can enjoy a luxurious time with your partner, where you can see a sky full of stars. Be amazed by the view of the best starry sky in Japan, soothe your skin with a soothing bath in the thick waters of Hirugami Spring, and savor cuisine made with the bounty of the mountains. Perhaps the reason you can have such a special experience is because the air that flows through the village conveys the warm hospitality of the local people and their respect for nature. Why not go to Achi Village on your next trip and spend some romantic time alone with your partner?