"Had a great stay. The room was spotless and very comfortable, and quiet. Our hosts were absolutely fabulous - so friendly and warm. The meals were delicious. We ate in every breakfast and dinner. The cooking was exceptional.
Location was great - just a two minute drive up to the ski hill"
"A nice set-up for a ski-in/ski-out resort. My kids also had great lessons with an English instructor. Getting to Appi Kogen was also quite easy with the buses from Morioka Station. We were also bumped up to a larger room, which was very comfortable, especially by Japanese standards. That was also great. However…..
The only drawback was the very limited food options, especially for dinner with young kids, who don’t eat very much anyway. We live in Japan, so we’re accustomed to Japanese portions, local izakayas, bentos, etc. But this was challenging. It was either spend 20,000¥-30,000¥ for a mediocre buffet, where the kids just wanted a few bites of the simplest food. Or a yakiniku restaurant that would’ve been 30,000¥ - 40,000¥ for a family of 4. High-end sushi spot that would’ve been even more pricey. (The room service menu is quite sad, and again would be close to 20,000¥)
Or, you’re left with getting instant Nissin ramen cups at the convene, which is what we ended up doing the last night. (Breakfast, again, pay steep prices at the buffet, or wait till the bakery opens at the comically late hour of 10:00am, when you of course want to be on the slopes.)
Anyway, I’d suggest packing some of your own bentos, or be prepared to pay. ¥¥¥¥¥¥"
"The hotel is a bit older but it's well kept. There're 2 separate towers connected by a bridge. The public onsen bath on-site is separated into male and female at the annex building. The view from the outdoor bath overlooking the stream is truly relaxing especially in the evening. The resort is not a traditional ryokan, there's an area near the reception desk to pick up additional pillows based on your needs. The buffet offers many selections of Japanese dishes. The staff keeps everything clean and replenished."
Yes, there are holiday rentals in Ichinohe close to Iwate Children's Forest, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Ichinohe is known for its museums.
What can I see and do in Ichinohe?
Explore the area and family-friendly sights such as Iwate Children's Forest, or get out into nature at a spot like Mount Nanashigure. Kindaichi Onsen and Appi Kogen Ski Resort are a couple of places you'll find in the wider area.
What are holiday rentals like in Ichinohe?
Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Ichinohe. Holiday rentals feature extras such as hot tubs, fire pits and patios so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a sanitised environment, a holiday rental can offer a sense of security away from shared hotel lifts and busy reception areas while still allowing you the enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a holiday rental than in a hotel, which makes a holiday rental a great choice for a family trip.
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