Futazawa-inn

We had a very kind elderly gentleman looking after us, and the internet worked much better here than at other inns in the area, where it was often unreliable. There seemed to be plenty of Wi-Fi, so we had no trouble connecting. The inn is old, but clean and well looked after. Dinner was generous and delicious, and the bath was clean too.

I stayed here for a skiing trip, and it’s near the Togakushi Shrine Hokosha Shrine. It’s an inn from the Showa era, but the rooms are clean. The meals are generous, and every dish tasted delicious.

We travel by train and bus, so having a bus stop right beside this family-run inn was very convenient. Togakushi was tricky to navigate with Google Maps because of the elevation changes and narrow roads. The hospitality was lovely and felt like being looked after by my own grandparents. The elderly couple who run it serve simple, delicious food that’s clearly prepared with a lot of time and care. Each room has its own toilet, and the bath is spacious. Just be aware there’s no free Wi-Fi.

This was my second stay, and I’d happily come back again. The owners are both very kind, and I hope they stay healthy. Their service isn’t overdone, but it feels heartfelt, and the food is delicious with real care put into it. The whole inn is clean and well maintained. The bath is thick, and after a while the tingling from the electricity makes all your fatigue disappear. I didn’t feel tired at all the next morning after the trip to Togakushi Okusha Shrine. They also explained the morning prayer carefully, beginning with the history of Togakushi, and I learned a lot. Thank you.