Kuri No Ki Farm Stay

Outline of the property
Kuri No Ki is located in Senboku City, Akita Prefecture, and is a farmhouse inn that operates a chestnut orchard of Saimyoji chestnuts, the largest chestnuts in Japan.

In early spring, the chestnut orchard is covered with clusters of flowers.
We have been accepting students for agricultural experiences for many years and started the guest house with the hope that families and friends would enjoy such experiences and nature to the fullest.

We also recommend that you take the inland route to enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. We are sincerely looking forward to seeing you.

Room Rates
The basic room rates are for one night's unpaid stay (for adults).
For those with children or those who wish to change to a meal plan, please select from the options.　

Experience facilities
　Depending on the nature of the experience, reservations can be made on the day.
　Please inquire with the facility staff for details.

In addition to the above, there are also a number of other activities that are available for visitors to enjoy.
　Saimyoji chestnuts are a specialty of the Saimyoji district of Nishiki-cho, where cultivation began in the early Edo period. They are large, plump, moist, and delicious.
　Experience fee: 2,000 yen or more per person　
　Only during the harvest season (from early October to mid-October)
　Please apply by the time of check-in.

Local sweets "Yubeshi" making experience ⇒ Feel the fun of making sweets.
　Experience fee: (per person) 2,000 yen and up
　Please apply by the time of check-in.

Picking wild vegetables ⇒ Enjoy picking wild vegetables in the mountains behind Kurinoki, a treasure trove of wild plants.
　Experience fee: (per person) 2,000 yen and up
　Please apply by the time of check-in.

Pizza Baking Experience ⇒ Experience baking a pizza in your own oven.
　Experience fee: (per person) 2,000 yen and up
　Please apply at least two days before check-in.
　
Meals
Meal time: 18:00 - 21:00
Meal menu: Seasonal dishes are served.

Spring: wild vegetables
Summer: summer vegetables
Year-round: chestnuts (stewed in sweetened water, stewed in bark, roasted chestnuts, rice cooked with chestnuts, etc.)

Breakfast
Mealtime: from 7:30 a.m.　
Spring: wild vegetables
Summer: summer vegetables, Year-round: chestnuts (stewed in sweetened water, roasted chestnuts, rice cooked with chestnuts, etc.)
Other: We can prepare dishes for children according to your request, so please consult us in advance.

Rooms
Image of the room: Japanese-style room for 5 people
The maximum number of guests is 5.
Room facilities: Toilets are shared with the owner.
Other :
The rooms do not have keys.
Free Wifi is available in the room.
In winter, the sunken hearth is lit, but not when there are small children in the room.

Check-in time: 16:00 - 21:00
Please let us know in advance if you will be checking in late.
Check-out time: 10:00.
Please contact us in advance if you need to check in late.

Water facilities (bath, toilet, washroom)
Please contact us in advance.
Please use public bathrooms. Please use public bathrooms and pay the bathing fee.
⇒There are many facilities in Senboku City where you can take a one-day bath. Please bring your own pajamas, toothbrush, and toiletries.

Nearby facilities and restaurants
Bathing facilities: Nishiki Onsen Kurion (about 10 minutes by car)

Convenience store: Lawson
Lawson Nishiki Saimyoji Store (10 minutes by car)
Convenience store: Lawson Nishiki-Nishimyoji Store (10 minutes by car) FamilyMart Senboku Nishiki-Nishimyoji Store (10 minutes by car)

Supermarket: Homac Nicot Nishiki (about 10 minutes by car)
Restaurant: Kashiwa-ya Shokudo (about 15 minutes by car)

Sightseeing spots
Cherry blossoms along the banks of the Hikiuchi River: 20 minutes on foot. It is one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Akita Prefecture and has been selected as one of the 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan.

Kakunodate samurai residence: 20 minutes by car
Kakunodate Bukeyashiki, also known as the "Little Kyoto of Michinoku", is a town of samurai residences and merchant houses, each with a different atmosphere. If you walk along the street of samurai residences, you will see the residences of the late Edo period, the main house, the gate, the storehouse, and the square shape. The street of samurai residences was selected as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings by the national government on September 4, 1976, and is protected as a cultural asset.

Lake Tazawa (statue of Tatsuko): 20 minutes by car
This is the deepest lake in Japan, and the whole area is designated as Tazawako-Hakurei Prefectural Natural Park and is a scenic spot selected as one of the 100 scenic spots in Japan.

Nyuto Hot Spring Resort: About 55 minutes by car
Nyuto Onsen is a hot spring resort located at the foot of Mt. Nyuto in Towada-Hachimantai National Park.
Senboku City Tourist Information: https://www.city.semboku.akita.jp/sightseeing/

Event Information
All event information is for the year 2019.
The city is one of the most popular hot spring villages in Akita Prefecture. Please check in advance.

Katakuri no Sato (Katakuri Village) opens from mid-April to early May.
Kakunodate Cherry Blossom Festival: Late April - Early May
Tazawako swimming area opens mid-July to mid-August.
Tazawako Marathon mid-September
Kakunodate Bukeyashiki Dori Autumn Foliage Light-up October - November
Kakunodate Hina Dolls Exhibition February - early April
Paper balloon raising in Kamihikinai February 10
Tazawako Kogen Snow Festival, mid-February
Kakunodate Doll Festival Late February - Early March　

Access
By Shinkansen: From JR Kakunodate Station, change to the local train "Akita Nairiku Jukan Tetsudo (Inland Railway)" and get off at JR Yatsu Station. About 15 minutes walk to the inn.
If you wish, we can pick you up at Yatsu Station.
Guests arriving by car: 5 cars can be parked on the premises (free of charge).
　

Why did we start a homestay?
We have been accepting students for agricultural experience for many years. We have been accepting students for agricultural experience for many years, and we wanted to offer this kind of experience to the general public and families so that they can enjoy nature to the fullest.

A word from the owner
I want you to feel like you've come home to your parents and enjoy your time here.

Notes
Please bring your own drinks (alcoholic beverages for dinner, bottled drinks, etc.).

Japanese style room: 5 guests (futons)