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A traditional Japanese-style room with two beds, wooden beams, and a ceiling light.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and two cushioned chairs.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a wooden table, and a futon bed.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and sliding doors.

1. Gokayama Ryokan Yoshinoya

Nanto

Rui

AU$179

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, cushions, a television, and a view of trees through a window.

A traditional Japanese-style living room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A row of wooden cabins with thatched roofs, surrounded by snow-covered ground and mountains in the background.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a sofa, and a television.

2. Akao-Kan

Nanto

TENI

AU$324

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden interiors and a view of snow-covered mountains.

A multi-level wooden structure with a central open area featuring tables and chairs, surrounded by wooden railings and multiple levels of balconies.

A traditional interior with wooden beams, tatami mats, and a central corridor leading to a reception area.

A traditional wooden entrance with a sign, a corridor leading inside, and a reception area with a desk and chairs.

3. Onyado Yuinosho

Shirakawa

April

AU$302

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A room with a large bed, wooden beams, a window, a small table, and a cabinet.

A wooden sauna with a glass-enclosed shower area, a bench, and a window.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and wooden walls.

A kitchen with a wooden counter, a dark bowl, and a chair.

4. Moritosha

Nanto

wai man Jacky

AU$313

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A tranquil indoor pond with a clear reflection, surrounded by large rocks and trees, viewed through a modern architectural structure.

An indoor swimming pool with multiple water features and a high, arched ceiling.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a balcony.

A person relaxing in a hot tub with a wooden deck and greenery in the background.

5. Small Auberge & Hot Spring Spa Sakuragaike Kuagarden

Nanto

Patrick

AU$175

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern building with a glass entrance, bicycles parked outside, and a neon sign.

A cozy bar area with wooden furniture and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window.

A modern office space with a wooden floor, a glass door leading outside, and bicycles parked by the entrance.

6. métisse stay

Fukuno

Tony

AU$142

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A traditional Japanese-style entrance with a tiled roof, wooden pillars, and a stone pathway leading to a lantern-lit pathway.

A dining table set with various dishes and drinks, a view of a garden and buildings outside, and a tall, patterned floor lamp.

A hexagonal pool with a central fountain, surrounded by wooden walls and trees.

A traditional Japanese-style hotel room with tatami flooring, two beds, a tatami mat seating area, and a balcony with a view.

7. Kanazawa YuOnsen Hyakurakusou

Kanazawa

"It was a wonderfully unique experience to stay at this Japanese hotel with a private onsen bath in our room. I would recommend staying at least 2 nights as it is in a remote location 40 min from downtown Kanazawa. They have a free shuttle to and from Kanazawa that you need to organize with the hotel. The multi-course Japanese breakfast in a private room was a treat. The staff was very responsive and helpful despite not speaking much English. We had to make quite a few changes and they were quite...

Lucile

AU$669

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spa room with a large bathtub, wooden stools, and a tiled floor.

A traditional Japanese-style entrance with a wooden structure, a black triangular decoration on the wall, and a potted plant to the left.

A large hall with rows of tables and chairs, wooden beams on the ceiling, and large windows on the sides.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, plates of food, and glasses of wine.

8. TOYOTA Shirakawa-Go Eco-Institute

Shirakawa

Denise

AU$325

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A wooden deck with a small water feature and potted plants.

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden structure, a stone pathway, and a view of lush greenery.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a sliding door leading to another room.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a bookshelf with framed pictures and a window with blinds.

9. kanazawa yuwakuonsen yunode

Kanazawa

KAORI

AU$447

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone pathway, a small pond, and a wooden pavilion.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a wooden bench, and a small table.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and two chairs.

10. yumetsuzuri

Tonami

Haley

AU$300

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A buffet with various food items and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and two windows offering a view of the landscape.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a tatami mat table, a television, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

11. Mercure Toyama Tonami Resort & Spa

Tonami

Cynthia

AU$108

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and steps leading up to the door.

A traditional Japanese building with a sliding door and a stone pathway leading to a seating area.

A modern dining area with a large table and two chairs, a window with a view of snow-covered trees and a building.

12. Hotel Kikori

Hida

Alf

AU$205

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a patterned wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a nightstand with a lamp.

The exterior of APA Hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

13. APA Hotel Tonami Ekimae

Tonami

Charles

AU$72

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two single beds, each with white bedding and wooden headboards.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of white and purple exterior walls, large windows, and a visible entrance area with a covered walkway.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and two sofas.

14. Owara View Hotel

Toyama

NAOMI

AU$126

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A wooden spa with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a bamboo fence.

A traditional Japanese building with a large cherry blossom tree in front.

A room with wooden floors, a sofa, a table, and large windows with a view of trees.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a stone pathway, and a cherry blossom tree in full bloom.

15. Onsen and Garden Nana

Kanazawa

"I cannot say enough nice things about this property. We had the private onsen. Everything in our room and the onsen was immaculately clean and smelled like cedar and cypress. Location was quiet and serene, and allowed us to relax and connect to the beautiful land around us. Dinner was one delicious and creative course after another, often featuring local ingredients harvested that day. The only thing better than the room and the food was the hospitality of our hosts. Everyone was welcoming,...

Jennifer

AU$1,134

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a cityscape and mountains at dusk.

The exterior of the Mitsui Garden Hotel with a modern facade and illuminated signage.

A modern interior with a dark textured wall, a glass display case, and a wooden counter.

An indoor space with a water feature, wooden slats, and a seating area with cushions.

16. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kanazawa

Downtown Kanazawa

louiza

AU$219

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A modern entrance to a restaurant with a sign reading "Restaurant NAGOMI".

A modern indoor pool area with a glass barrier, wooden panel walls, and a tiled floor.

17. Hotel Route Inn Tonami Inter

Tonami

"Brand new and excellent condition property, free onsite parking, superb helpful and welcoming staff, very good amenities, very fast internet, average sized room to Japanese standard, sumptuous breakfast, enough varieties for Vegans and Vegetarians. Value for money hotel. Just that the Breakfast Buffet food is only labelled in Japanese, thus need enquiry from staff about content and ingredients."

Ranjana

AU$101

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern building with large windows and a garden area with various plants and trees.

A corridor with a wooden slat wall, a reception desk, and a potted plant.

A corridor with a low ceiling, wooden slats on the walls, benches, and a reception desk with a potted plant.

18. SOKI KANAZAWA

Downtown Kanazawa

Parris

AU$202

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A hotel entrance with a glass door leading to a garden with a waterfall and rocks.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large illuminated wall feature, and a series of decorative panels along the wall.

A restaurant with a central round table, wooden flooring, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

A modern hotel room with two large beds, a large flat-screen TV, and a view of trees through the window.

19. THE HOTEL SANRAKU KANAZAWA

Downtown Kanazawa

PEER

AU$323

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a small garden with plants and a stone lantern, and a sliding door entrance.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and blue chairs.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a television.

A traditional Japanese building entrance with a wooden sign, potted plants, and a tiled pathway leading to the door.

20. Nakayasu Ryokan

Downtown Kanazawa

Brud

AU$183

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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Hotels recommended for families in Ainokura

Gokayama Ryokan Yoshinoya

Nanto

AU$179

24 Nov - 25 Nov

Small Auberge & Hot Spring Spa Sakuragaike Kuagarden

Nanto

AU$175

4 Nov - 5 Nov

Onyado Yuinosho

Shirakawa

AU$302

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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Fukuno

AU$142

26 Nov - 27 Nov

TOYOTA Shirakawa-Go Eco-Institute

Shirakawa

AU$325

15 Nov - 16 Nov

APA Hotel Tonami Ekimae

Tonami

AU$72

1 Nov - 2 Nov

Mercure Toyama Tonami Resort & Spa

Tonami

AU$108

10 Nov - 11 Nov

Onsen and Garden Nana

Kanazawa

AU$1,134

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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A wooden barn with a thatched roof surrounded by snow.

Ainokura Gassho-zukuri Village

9.0/10 (310 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Ainokura when you spend time at Ainokura Gassho-zukuri Village. Discover the area's hot springs and spas.

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A museum exhibit featuring a traditional wooden house with a thatched roof.

Ainokura Folklore Museum

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Ainokura Folklore Museum during your travels in Ainokura. Discover the area's hot springs and spas.

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A village with traditional thatched-roof houses nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains.

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Recent Reviews in Ainokura

Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room."

THE HOTEL SANRAKU KANAZAWA

10/10 Excellent

"What an amazing hotel! Simply impeccable! We can’t wait for our next stay! An absolute must when visiting Japan!"

Tokyu Stay Kanazawa

10/10 Excellent

"Great location just a 15 minute walk from Kanazawa station. Close to Kanazawa castle as well as the samurai and geisha districts. Plenty of restaurants and shopping right outside the hotel. I got a room on the east side and the view of the mountains from my window was really nice. The washer / dryer in the room was a nice touch!"

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kanazawa

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were a good size for Japan, impeccably clean, and staff was so friendly and helpful. The location is close to Omi-cho market and other key sites. I sent for my laundry to be cleaned and everything came back in great condition! I highly recommend."

Onyado Nono Kanazawa Natural Hot Spring

10/10 Excellent

"I loved this place. It was beautifully presented and our room was very comfortable. Extra features like the hot spring bath and supplied yukata added to the enjoyment of staying there."

Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa

8/10 Good

"Hôtel bien situé non loin du marché et 15 minutes de marche de la gare petites chambres mais propre et convenable"

Toyoko Inn Kanazawa Kenrokuen Korimbo

8/10 Good

"Well located. Clean. Good breakfast."

the square hotel KANAZAWA

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel , close to everything you need , great area , breakfast was always a little cold tho that’s my only gripe. Great staff , very helpful."

Hotel INTERGATE KANAZAWA

8/10 Good

"Very convenient hotel. They could use a deep cleaning of the carpets as there is a strong smell in the rooms and stained carpets. Otherwise super comfortable and convenient for seeing the area. Loved the little lounge and community feel."

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Kanazawa Capsule Hotel Musashimachi

1-17 Musashimachi Kanazawa Ishikawa

AU$42

26 Nov - 27 Nov

ARIGATO STAY KANAZAWA KATAMACHI

Katamachi Kanazawa Ishikawa

AU$47

23 Nov - 24 Nov

8.6/10 Excellent! (180 reviews)

Kanazawa Frexhotel

2-chome-23-7 Katamachi Kanazawa Ishikawa

AU$62

27 Oct - 28 Oct

TORIFITO HOTEL&POD KANAZAWA Hyakumangoku-Dori

2-33 Kamitsutsumi Kanazawa Ishikawa

AU$90

27 Oct - 28 Oct

LINNAS Kanazawa

1-2-8 Owaricho Kanazawa Ishikawa

AU$188

24 Nov - 25 Nov

9/10 Wonderful! (290 reviews)

Rashiku Kanazawa

1-chome-4-7-1 Higashiyama Kanazawa Ishikawa

AU$390

3 Nov - 4 Nov

9.8/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Ainokura?

The best area to stay in Ainokura is within the Ainokura Gassho-style Village itself, as it's a small, concentrated area offering a great experience.This historic village is a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its distinctive gassho-zukuri farmhouses with steeply pitched thatched roofs, designed to withstand heavy snow. The village is compact and easily explored on foot, with a main path winding through the traditional houses, many of which are still private residences or operate as family-run guesthouses. You'll find a small museum, a temple, and viewpoints offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding mountains and the village below.For couples and families seeking a truly authentic cultural experience, staying overnight in one of the gassho-zukuri guesthouses is highly recommended. These traditional accommodations offer a glimpse into a bygone era, often featuring communal dining with local specialities and a chance to interact with the village residents.

When is the best time to go to Ainokura?

The best time to visit Ainokura is during the shoulder seasons of spring (late April to early June) and autumn (mid-September to early November) for pleasant weather and beautiful scenery.Spring in Ainokura sees the snow begin to melt, revealing the lush green landscapes and the traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses. The temperatures are mild, making it comfortable for exploring the village on foot and enjoying the fresh mountain air. This period is ideal for those who appreciate nature coming alive and fewer crowds than the peak summer months.Autumn offers a spectacular display of changing leaves, with the surrounding mountains turning vibrant shades of red, orange, and gold. The crisp air and clear skies make for excellent photography opportunities and comfortable hiking.

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1. Gokayama Ryokan Yoshinoya

2. Akao-Kan

3. Onyado Yuinosho

4. Moritosha

5. Small Auberge & Hot Spring Spa Sakuragaike Kuagarden

6. métisse stay

7. Kanazawa YuOnsen Hyakurakusou

8. TOYOTA Shirakawa-Go Eco-Institute

9. kanazawa yuwakuonsen yunode

10. yumetsuzuri

11. Mercure Toyama Tonami Resort & Spa

12. Hotel Kikori

13. APA Hotel Tonami Ekimae

14. Owara View Hotel

15. Onsen and Garden Nana

16. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kanazawa

17. Hotel Route Inn Tonami Inter

18. SOKI KANAZAWA

19. THE HOTEL SANRAKU KANAZAWA

20. Nakayasu Ryokan

Hotels recommended for families in Ainokura

Gokayama Ryokan Yoshinoya

Small Auberge & Hot Spring Spa Sakuragaike Kuagarden

Onyado Yuinosho

métisse stay

TOYOTA Shirakawa-Go Eco-Institute

APA Hotel Tonami Ekimae

Mercure Toyama Tonami Resort & Spa

Onsen and Garden Nana

Stay near popular Ainokura attractions

Ainokura Gassho-zukuri Village

Ainokura Folklore Museum

Learn more about Ainokura

Top Ainokura Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Ainokura

Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel

THE HOTEL SANRAKU KANAZAWA

Tokyu Stay Kanazawa

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kanazawa

Onyado Nono Kanazawa Natural Hot Spring

Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa

Toyoko Inn Kanazawa Kenrokuen Korimbo

the square hotel KANAZAWA

Hotel INTERGATE KANAZAWA

More cheap accommodation in Ainokura

Kanazawa Capsule Hotel Musashimachi

ARIGATO STAY KANAZAWA KATAMACHI

Kanazawa Frexhotel

TORIFITO HOTEL&POD KANAZAWA Hyakumangoku-Dori

LINNAS Kanazawa

Rashiku Kanazawa

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