EarthboatWay
Immerse Yourself
in Culture and the Great Outdoors
Nagano Retreat Stay
Relax and travel by taxi.
Travel to Nagano and get
in touch with nature as you feel
the history and culture of the land.
The journey to the Earthboat facility
is more than just travel;
we’ve designed an activity plan
that allows you to fully experience and
enjoy the unique character of the land along the way.
That is the “EarthboatWay.”
Reserve a luxury taxi and enjoy
the sophisticated journey to your destination.
Traveling from the bustling city to the great outdoors,
you’ll arrive at an Earthboat modern trailer house equipped
with a sauna—offering more comfort
than a camping tent and
a more natural experience than a hotel.
After enjoying the pleasant outdoor activities,
you can try the local food culture in Nagano
or experience sutra copying and
shojin ryori (traditional Buddhist vegan meal) at the National Treasure Zenkoji Temple.
This isn’t just a sightseeing trip;
this is an experience that you can enjoy with all five senses.
Tour Around Earthboat
We will take you on an activity-based tour.
Tour Special Points
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Let’s go on a 3-Day and 2-Night Luxury Trip!
All the way there is by cab, and you will stay at Earthboat.
This 3-day/2-night package plan includes a cultural experience in Shinshu. There is also a 2-day/1-night plan that does not require a cab, so you can choose according to your preference. -
Customize Your Trip Based on Your Preferences
Many options are available for you to customize your plan to suit your preferences such as “I want to travel using my own car,” “I just want an overnight stay,” and “I want to participate in lots of activities.”
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Feel Free to Consult with the Concierge about Any Problems You May Have
If you have any problems, feel free to consult with the concierge. They can match your plan to your preferences. We promise you will have a comfortable and relaxing trip.
Enjoy the Journey to Your Destination in a Luxury Taxi
You will be picked up from your departure location and dropped off at your destination in a luxury taxi. You can choose your departure point from Tokyo area, Chukyo area, Hokuriku area, or Nagano station.
The route along the Japan Scenic Highway, the changing scenery of Shinshu seen from the train windows, and the pleasant breeze in the clear air.
Enjoy an entertainment-filled travel time as you experience nature’s beautiful landscapes up close and personal.
Enjoy a Comfortable Retreat Stay in Nature Away from Your Daily Life
More Comfortable Than Camping, More Natural Than a Hotel
Earthboat is an accommodation facility created to meet the needs of both those who think, “camping in a tent is too difficult” and those who think “I want to try camping, but I want to have a comfortable night's sleep.” In addition to the kitchen, queen-size beds, and other special facilities, all trailer houses are equipped with saunas. Enjoy building a fire by yourself while you relax in nature. Also, all facilities are equipped to allow pets to stay with you. Please enjoy a relaxing and enjoyable retreat.
Enjoy Your Meal in the Kitchen Outside
High Quality Camping Food
An evening dining experience you can’t wait to start enjoying. Enjoy an extraordinary outdoor cooking experience by barbecuing with ingredients you have purchased or by preparing simple dishes in the fully equipped kitchen.
Option
Guests staying at an Earthboat facility can order an optional series of retort food ingredients that can be found in your accommodation refrigerator.
(Sales date to be determined.)
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See and Experience the Charm of Nagano Prefecture
Experiential Sightseeing Plan Starting from Earthboat
We have prepared several experiential sightseeing plans for you to enjoy an active sightseeing tour. You can fully immerse yourself in Nagano Prefecture with unique activities such as exploring local fermented foods like miso and pickles, touring a sake brewery, making oyaki dumplings by hand, or enjoying a private tour of Zenkoji Temple with the chief priest, among other special experiences.
Click here to apply
How To Apply for the EarthboatWay Special Plan
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Please choose one Earthboat location from the following 4 locations: Lake Nojiri, Kurohime, Togakushi, and Hakuba.
*Link to “field design System”, a reservation site for optional sightseeing tours and activity programs in Japan. -
Confirm the details of your reservation, including your departure date, departure location, arrival location, and number of people, before requesting your reservation. -
Please check the e-mail sent to your e-mail address that will confirm whether your request has been accepted or declined.
If the reservation has been accepted, a payment e-mail will be sent. The contract will be established upon completion of the payment.
How to Apply for a Custom Plan
On the Earthboat home page, you can choose from four different areas to book your reservation.
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Please book your accommodation by selecting the accommodation only option and by choosing one location from the following 4 locations: Lake Nojiri, Kurohime, Togakushi, and Hakuba.
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Please select from the reservation options available, such as length of stay and number of guests.
*Retort sauna meals can also be ordered as an option when you book your stay. (Sales date to be determined.) -
Please log in to the member’s page to complete your reservation.
*You need to register as a member of the Earthboat site.
*Please consider another Earthboat area if the reservations are full on your requested date.
Please select and book your preferred plan on the EarthboatWay website.
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Customers who would like to enjoy the taxi or activity plans can reserve them by selecting them individually from “+Custom Plans”.
*Link to “field design system”, a reservation site for optional sightseeing tours and activity programs in Japan. -
Please select your departure date, etc. and check the plan details and participation requirements before sending your request. -
Please check the plan details and participation requirements before requesting your chosen plan.
Please check the e-mail sent to your e-mail address that will confirm whether your request has been accepted or declined.
If the reservation has been accepted, a payment e-mail will be sent.
The contract will be established upon completion of the payment.
If you have any questions, please contact our concierge service.
Luxury Nagano Travel 3-DayEarthboatWay Special Plan
1 person 160,000 yen ~ (for 3 persons)
Travel in a luxury taxi after choosing a departure location from the following list: Tokyo area (Tokyo Station, Narita Airport, or Haneda Airport), Chukyo area (Nagoya Station or Chubu Centrair International Airport), Hokuriku area (Kanazawa Station, Toyama Station, or Toyama Airport) or Nagano Station. Enjoy the view from the taxi window as you travel to the Earthboat facility.
Choose from four different Earthboat accommodation facilities, each with its own unique atmosphere. Please enjoy the private sauna, bonfire, and a night to remember. The next day, we will take you on a hands-on sightseeing tour to enjoy Nagano's traditional food culture and winery tours. On the third day, a luxury taxi will pick you up at your check-out time.
Nagano 2 Day Trip by CarEarthboatWay Special Plan
1 person 67,000 yen ~ (for 3 persons)
Enjoy being surrounded by nature as you rest at Earthboat. Retort sauna meals supervised by chef Toba Shusaku are included, making it easy to enjoy delicious meals outdoors. You can spend a relaxed and special time in nature with access to the sauna at the time you choose. The next day after check-out, we’ll head to the Zenkoji Temple by car. Mr. Yamanoi, chief priest of Gyokushoin, one of the lodging temples affiliated with Zenkoji Temple, will provide a private guided tour of Zenkoji Temple, limited to one group per day. After visiting the temple, you can try the traditional Buddhist vegetarian cuisine for lunch. Furthermore, by copying the sutras and praying, you can spend your time valuably by resetting your mind and body.
Stay at Earthboat
Choose an Earthboat facility from four locations.
You can choose to book either accommodation only or reserve a tour according to your needs.
Nojiriko
“Earthboat Nojiriko” is located on the site of “LAMP Nojiriko,” which stands on the lakeshore of Lake Nojiri. Right before your eyes, you can see Lake Nojiri, Mt. Kurohime, Mt. Myoko, and many other magnificent locations. You can put firewood on the fire as you enter a private sauna, and a genuine Finnish sauna, “The Sauna,” is available for you to use. You can enjoy a special stay while immersing in nature.
379-2, Nojiri, Shinano-machi, Kamiizunai-gun, Nagano, Japan
Kurohime
“Earthboat Village Kurohime” is located in a forest retreat with a pond in the Kurohime highlands, in a place that was once an undeveloped land. The only facility located on the huge site is Earthboat. The pond’s surroundings are dotted with 10 buildings that are perfect for spending an extraordinary time. Three types of rooms are available, including a room with a mountain view, a room with a pond view, and a room perfect for groups. Enjoy an elegant outdoor stay with nature at your doorstep.
2576 Oi, Shinano-cho, Kamisui-gun, Nagano
Togakushi
“Earthboat Togakushi” offers a spectacular view of the Togakushi mountain range. Located on the grounds of the Togakushi Kogen Hotel adjacent to the Togakushi ski resort, Earthboat Togakushi offers a magnificent view of the Togakushi mountain range that changes with the time of day, from morning sunrise to sunset. In winter, guests can enjoy winter sports at Togakushi ski resort. You can also ski back to the accommodation without getting off your skis.
3682-6 Togakushi Koshimizu, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture
Hakuba
“Earthboat Village Hakuba” is located in a quiet area completely surrounded by forest. Seven Earthboat buildings stand in a row in a secluded forest. Despite the location blending seamlessly into nature, you can reach the town center of Hakuba by car in 10 minutes, making it easy to go shopping. At night, you can spend time enjoying the starry sky view.
24083-10 Kitashiro, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun, Nagano, Japan
Custom
Plans
We have individual plans that can be tailored to your needs,
such as “I want to travel in a luxury taxi and spend my time at the accommodation in the sauna,”
“I will use my own car for transportation,
so I only need to reserve an overnight stay,”
“I only want to participate in the activities,” and so on.
Please make individual reservations as needed.
Enjoy the RidePlan to Enjoy the Journey to Earthboat
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【Earthboat to Nojiriko】Luxury Scenery Tour of Nagano
Recommended plan for those staying at Earthboat Lake Nojiriko. You can choose your departure point from Tokyo, Chukyo and Hokuriku area.
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【Earthboat to Hakuba】Luxury Scenery Tour of Nagano
Recommended plan for those staying at Earthboat Kurohime. You can choose your departure point from Tokyo, Chukyo and Hokuriku area.
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【Earthboat to Togakushi】Luxury Scenery Tour of Nagano
Recommended plan for those staying at Earthboat Togakushi. You can choose your departure point from Tokyo, Chukyo and Hokuriku area.
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【Earthboat to Hakuba】Luxury Scenery Tour of Nagano
Recommended plan for those staying at Earthboat Hakuba. You can choose your departure point from Tokyo, Chukyo and Hokuriku area.
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【Earthboat All Areas】Nagano Station
This plan is recommended for those who are going to Earthboat from Nagano station. Transportation to and from Earthboat Lake Noshiri, Kurohime, Togakushi, and Hakuba is available.
Unique ExperienceActivity Plan to Enjoy More of Your Stay at Earthboat
We recommend staying for 2 or more nights
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Fermentation Culture Experience Plan by Luxury Taxi
This plan allows you to experience the local food and ingredients, and the history, climate, and customs behind them. You can procure ingredients and liquor for dinner.
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The elegance of visiting National Treasure Zenkoji Temple - Special experience of vegetarian cuisine, sutra copying, and special prayers
Mr. Yamanoi, abbot of Gyokushoin, the permanent lodging house of Zenkoji Temple in Shinshu, will offer private guided tours of the national treasure Zenkoji Temple, limited to one group per day.
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Earthboat Lake Nojiriko/Kurohime/Togakushi Area Activities
Recommended plan for those staying at Earthboat Lake Nojiriko, Kurohime and Togakushi. You can enjoy seasonal activities.
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Earthboat Hakuba Area Activities
Recommended plan for guests staying at Earthboat Hakuba. You can enjoy seasonal activities.
As you plan your stay,
don't hesitate to consult with the Earthboat concierge
about any questions or concerns you may have.
Please contact the concierge service if you have any questions or concerns about
the “EarthboatWay Special Plan” or
the “Custom Plan” before or during your trip.
Please check the FAQ in advance.
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