Tenjin Lodge

Delicious breakfast. The dinner was also very good. We chose this hotel because of its great location. The people working at the hotel were extremely helpful to us. They gave us recommendations for snowshoeing, where to get lunch in town, and how to get the bus to Takaragawa Onsen. Much appreciated!

We were a little nervous about the heater in the room (kerosene, maybe). We didnt think it was a good idea to let it run while we slept, so we turned it off. Thought we would be very cold, but ended up sleeping well and stayed warm with the futons/bedding provided.

As rated before, the breakfast was very hearty. You really can start your hiking/skiing day with a full tummy. Keiran is an extreamely warm and helpful host, you may ask him the best hints - where to go, what to see - and he's always happy to have a chat with you. A perfect host! If you like hiking, river rafting, outdoors activities, this is an excellent option!

You might hear traffic noise starting early in the morning on the uphill side. The mattresses are quite hard.

Kieren and Nana made this a very special and unique part of our Japan adventure. I would recommend staying at Tenjin for anyone looking the experience the peaceful and wild areas of Minakami. Kieran makes a pretty darn good miso for an Aussie and took wonderful care to help set up a rafting excursion at short notice. We had a great unforgettable time!

For those looking for spotless cutting edge amenities, this is not your place. This is an older renovated lodge. If you’re into a unique and funky vibe you’ll be pleased.

Kieren is very nice and flexible in helping us in many ways. There's bath, a piano, a cute dog named Lucky, and meals provided if you need. This is kind of the best location if you're traveling with train and is planning to hike Tanigawadake, also probably the only place to stay in around the very cool mole station - Doai station.

The facilities are a bit old and no air conditioner in the room. But for people who is here for outdoor activities, it's a fairly comfortable place to stay.

a place you can eat, drink, sleep, rent ski equipment, get shuttled to and from the resort, as well as be guided on the resort. the other guests were very nice. it seems to be an Aussies’ nest. all you can eat food, and you’ll appreciate once you’ll give it all on the slopes.

for hard skiing skiers only. no heating in rooms (8 degrees), not particularly confortable but ok. again you come here to go out! Tenjin is closed on Tuesdays, but they will drive you to another one not too far. slopes not as good as in Tenjin though.

Location is great if you are interested in Takaragawa Onsen and hiking Mt Tanigawa! Kieran was also a really warm and informal host that made the stay feel homely and familiar. Lastly would be the balcony looking out to the trees and mountain in autumn - great way to start the mornings.

Rooms were clean but some insects here and there - not unexpected. Would also highly suggest driving if staying here as there isn't much food nearby so you would have to drive into Minakami (15min).

The lodge manager is a super chill dude,despite arriving very late, he managed to cook me up a nice dinner. The lodge can be reachable via Joetsu JR if you get off at 土合駅 Doai station, and if would more than ideal if you can drive. Be wary of that the doai station has a long underground tunnel that would take you 8 minutes even if run down stairs.

The location is exceptional and the staff was wonderful. Kirin gave us excellent recommendations for local summer activities and restaurants. His staff helped me figure out a rental car situation I was having which was really helpful since my phone wouldn't make calls in Japan. And my son appreciated Lucky the dog, and the board games.

Tenjin Lodge is easy to get to, has welcoming staff, and proximity to mind blowing winter terrain. It's a great value when all is considered and the meals are as delicious as their restaurant recommendations in Minakami. We had a great time and will be back!

My stay at Tenjin Lodge was very good! The room was spacious and clean. Breakfast and dinner were very good and tasty! The accommodation also had an ofuro (Japanese bath), which was pleasant. The location was ideal, since my purpose for the trip was to go hiking, and the accommodation was located close to hiking/trekking trails. The staff was helpful and friendly, I highly recommend this place!