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NIPPONIA Shirataka Gennai house
A luxurious kura-storehouse suite for an indulgent stay in Shirataka, a town surrounded by abundant nature.
Located in Shirataka, Yamagata Prefecture-an area where abundant nature remains-“NIPPONIA Shirataka Gennai house” is a lodging facility that opened in 2021 after renovating Gennai house, the former residence of a prominent local landowning family that has contributed to the town’s development for generations.
On the expansive grounds, various kura storehouses of different designs are scattered around the main house. While preserving each building’s distinctive features, such as an armory storehouse and a safe storehouse, they have been fully renovated into refined spaces. All rooms come with a hinoki cypress bath, and the suites and semi-suites in particular are stand-alone rentals where you can enjoy an exceptional private stay. While gazing at the views from the windows—bamboo groves and rural rice fields—you can spend your time at ease, just the way you like.
Meals are served at “Matoi,” a dining space converted from a miso storehouse. Focusing on seasonal ingredients such as vegetables and fruit, a Yamagata-born chef serves dishes that incorporate traditional local foods passed down in the area. You can also enjoy pairings with carefully selected Japanese sake and wine. A kimono dressing experience is also popular (fee required, reservation required): choose your favorites from kimono and obi belts prepared by a long-established Yamagata kimono shop, and spend your stay dressed in kimono.
Highlights
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A lodging facility renovated from the former residence of the Okuyama family, prominent local landowners.
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Guest rooms are fully renovated from kura storehouses and the residence.
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Each of the four kura buildings is a private, stand-alone suite.
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Enjoy a set-course dinner made with locally sourced ingredients.
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A kimono dressing experience is available using kimono from a long-established kimono shop (fee required).
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A comfortable space that makes the most of kura-storehouse design
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Take it slow while looking out over the bamboo grove
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All rooms come with a hinoki cypress bath
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Plans are also available to upgrade the dinner main to Yonezawa beef
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Meals are served at the on-site dining “Matoi”
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Guest rooms are scattered across the grounds of the former landowner’s estate
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is support available in foreign languages? (If so, which languages?)
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We do not have staff who are fluent in foreign languages, so we may use translation apps to assist you. English translations are provided on the check-in card and in the in-room information materials.
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Do you offer luggage delivery services to airports or train stations?
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Yes, we can arrange this via courier service. Please let us know at check-in if you would like to use it (shipping fees are the guest’s responsibility).
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Can you store my luggage after check-out?
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Yes, we can. However, this may be difficult around closed days, so please consult us.
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Is there a smoking area?
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The entire facility, including the garden, is non-smoking. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation to help preserve this historic wooden architecture.
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Is free Wi-Fi available on the property?
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Free Wi-Fi is available in all guest rooms.
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Can you accommodate allergies or restricted ingredients due to religious reasons, etc.?
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As we make full use of local food culture and seasonal ingredients, we may not be able to meet all requests depending on the ingredients. If there are any ingredients you cannot eat, please be sure to inform us at the time of booking (we cannot accommodate requests on the day).
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Is it possible to extend my stay?
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We do not accept same-day extensions. If you would like to stay multiple nights, please arrange this at the time of booking.
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Can I order light meals or lunch when staying multiple nights?
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We only provide “dinner and breakfast.” For other meals and shopping, please use nearby restaurants and enjoy local dining in the area. Please also feel free to ask our staff, who are familiar with the area (it is about a 15-minute drive to the downtown area).
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Do you offer a shuttle service?
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We do not offer a shuttle service. Please use a rental car, taxi, or public transportation.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- NIPPONIA 白鷹 源内邸
- Postal Code
- 992-0852
- Address
- 183-1 Asadate, Shirataka-machi, Nishiokitama-gun, Yamagata
- Phone
- 0238-87-3150
- Check-in
- 3:00pm
- Check-out
- 10:00am
- Rates
- Deluxe Japanese-Western twin with hinoki cypress bath: from 34,100 yen per person, 1 night with 2 meals included; Kura Suite (maisonette) with hinoki cypress bath: from 36,300 yen per person, 1 night with 2 meals included (both rates are per person based on 2 guests per room, tax and service charge included).
- Access
- From Nagai Station (Flower Nagai Line), take a Yamakō bus for 10 minutes, get off at “Asadate Kyokumae,” then walk 3 minutes.
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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