NIPPONIA Chichibu Monzenmachi

This seems like an old traditional shop house that was converted into a hotel. The architecture and materials are wonderful, almost like time traveling back to fedual Japan. We had 2 rooms; 1 was on top of the resaurant facing the road and the other was in the back. The front facing room had a kotatsu, which we loved, but was a bit noisy due to the main road in front. The other room was a converted store house and was blissfully quiet, but had no windows. The materials (lots of wood) and decor were just what we were looking for. Because of our stay here we plan to visit their other Nipponia locations across Japan. They also have on-site parking if you are driving.

The room facing the street is noisy at night because of the traditional windows, however ear plugs are provided and I slept just fine.

Exceptional fine dining and very good breakfast.

Charming, large space; hinoki bath tub that smells wonderful; friendly staff and great food. Building is not well insulated but there were AC/heating units in every room, including the bathroom. Totally worth opting for the dinner—not only does it taste good, but they also seem to focus on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Would like to come back and try staying in different rooms/buildings.

All but one window had black out shades but that one window was next to a light post, and it was quite bright when going to sleep. I’m not bothered by sound as much but thin windows next to a relatively (for Chichibu) street might bother some. Hotel provides earplugs.

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料理がとても美味しかったです。

Great place

A wonderful upscale and classic ryokan experience up in the mountains. The Staff were amazing and gracious. The food was over the top too. This was a wonderful break from the classic western hotel experience. Bucket List!

Such a heritage building. Recommended Chichibu soda drinks is nice.

(1) It’s a bit confusing for the location of reception. (2) I had my room lock malfunction but I can’t contact the receptionist as there’s no land line telephone inside the room which is not well considered for tourist who may not have phone data in Japan. (3) the facilities arrangements are not too convenient, (a) there s no bed side place (b) the cutlery, drinks & kettle are placed at the bathroom area (c) some socket arrangements which are not convenient to use e.g close to the exit door or far from the table.