FUJI ROCK BOOKING NOW OPEN! Please book for the month of July if you'd like to stay for Fuji Rock - You can use the apartment for as many days leading up to and near the festival :)
10 minute taxi to Echigo Yuzawa station where you can take the Fuji Rock shuttle. Download the Go taxi app for ease of use while staying for fuji rock - advanced reservations recommended as the town gets very packed during the festival time.
[BOOKING FOR WINTER 26-27 SEASON OPENS AUGUST 2026]
Cozy mountain apartment located directly at Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort, one of the most popular ski areas in the Yuzawa region. The resort features 23 courses, terrain parks with large kickers, frequent events, and night skiing, making it a favorite for snowboarders and skiers alike. Early-bird season passes can be as low as ¥39,500, making longer winter stays especially appealing.
Ideal for a winter remote-work stay, ski season base, or green season quiet countryside retreat while still being within easy reach of Tokyo. Perfect for Digital Nomads or those looking to experience slow life outside Tokyo while still having small town conveniences.
Apartment Details
• Size: 36m²
• Layout: 1K studio apartment
• Floor: 3rd floor
• Capacity: Recommended for 1–2 guests (up to 4 guests with futons)
*Washer and Dryer are coin laundry available in the building, not in the room.
Sleeping Arrangements
• 2 single beds
• 2 additional futon beds available
Living Space
Traditional tatami main room with cozy winter features:
• Kotatsu table with floor chairs
• Heated carpet
• Electric heater (Note that there is no large heating system such as a split unit or gas heating, heating uses space heaters, heated carpet and Japanese kotatsu)
•. Window air conditioning in Summer.
• Desk and desk chair (suitable for remote work)
• TV with Amazon Fire Stick
• WiFi
Kitchen Area
Simple kitchen suitable for daily cooking:
• IH cooktop
• Microwave & Toaster oven
• Nespresso machine
• Electric hot water kettle
• Cooking basics (pan, dishes, utensils)
Bathroom
• Full unit bath
• Towels and basic bath supplies provided to get you started
Building Amenities
Residents have access to several convenient facilities within the building:
• On-site hot spring bath (onsen - no tattoos unfortunately unless can be covered with a tattoo cover sticker)
• Sauna and jacuzzi bath in Onsen area (no tattoos unfortunately unless can be covered with a tattoo cover sticker)
• Restaurant
• Heated pool (additional fee and reservation required, open between 09:00-17:30)
• Lobby lounge area
• Ski locker room
• Ski rentals available (additional fee)
• Pool table (additional fee and reservation required, open between 09:00-17:30)
• Vending machines
*Kindly note that the front desk staff do not speak English and are there to assist with mail retrieval, parking reservations, and pool/billiards reservations. As this is not a hotel, they do not offer concierge services such as calling taxi's, shipping services, recommendations, etc. Please refrain from requesting these types of services from the front desk. If you need assistance during your stay, please contact your host.
Parking options:
• Paid indoor parking
• Paid outdoor parking
Location & Access:
The apartment is accessible by public transportation (free shuttle buses, town buses, trains, etc.), however a car will make your trip most convenient. Please note that only paid parking is available on the parking. If you are interested in being introduced to some rental car's in the area, please reach out to me and I can introduce you to long term car rentals depending on your budget.
The apartment is conveniently located in the Ishiuchi area of Yuzawa, a well-known ski town in Niigata.
• Ski-in / Ski-out access to Ishiuchi Maruyama Resort
• 8 minute drive or taxi to Echigo-Yuzawa Station
• 7 minute drive to Ishiuchi IC (Kan-etsu Expressway)
• 20 minutes by public transit to Echigo-Yuzawa Station area
• 50 min walk/~20 min bike ride to Echigo Yuzawa Station
• 30 min walk to Gala Yuzawa Bullet train station & Gala ski resort (winter only)
From Echigo-Yuzawa Station, free ski resort shuttle buses provide access to many nearby resorts:
• Kandatsu
• Naeba / Kagura
• Iwappara
• Maiko
• Ishiuchi Maruyama
• and others throughout the Yuzawa area.
Echigo Yuzawa station has a direct bullet train to Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo station - arriving to the city in about one hour!
About the Area
Yuzawa is one of Japan’s most famous snow destinations, known for heavy snowfall, convenient access from Tokyo, and a relaxed mountain town atmosphere.
• Only 1h30 minutes from Tokyo station via the Joetsu Shinkansen.
• Excellent base for exploring multiple ski resorts in the region.
• Enjoy winter sports, hot springs, local restaurants, and the peaceful countryside of Niigata.
In Summer, enjoy activities at Gala, Maiko, Yuzawa Kogen, and Ishiuchi. Some activities in the area are:
• Fuji Rock in July (you can rent for the full month even if you decide just to stay for the festival days and save on )
• Glamping, mini golf and disc golf at Maiko
• Summer skiing/snowboarding, 4-wheel buggy adventures, summer toboggan, mini golf & go carts at Gala
• Large skate park with two large bowls, pool, ramps and rails.
• Forest Adventure park and 9 hole golf course at Nakazato
• Famous hiking spots at Hakkaisan, Makihata, and Tenjin Daira
• Restaurants, hot springs, and relaxing views to enjoy all around town
Strict (30-days)
