RESERVE

Satoyama villa HONJIN SHIGA

OUR STORY

Experience the Timeless Luxury
of a Samurai Lord's Retreat

Once an exclusive residence
where the Lord of the Matsumoto Clan rested during his journeys to Edo,
this estate is a living piece of Japanese history.
Unlike the many “Honjin” structures preserved only as museums,
Satoyama villa HONJIN offers the rare privilege of
actually staying within these historic walls.

Architectural Mastery
Preserved through the Ages

The building is a tapestry of time.
The central Irori (sunken hearth) has anchored the main house since the Edo period,
while the open-beam ceiling — carved from a single massive Zelkova tree —
stands as a testament to traditional craftsmanship.
From Oku-zashiki (inner parlor) where the Lord once rested
to the corridor spanning the grand atrium,
every space breathes authentic “Honjin” elegance.

A Hub for Creativity and Encounter
Historically, a “Honjin” was a cultural crossroads
where people and ideas converged. That spirit lives on today,
as the building's unique atmosphere quietly stirs the imagination of every guest.
We invite you to lose yourself in the soulful beauty of this noble retreat,
nestled in the Satoyama landscape.

VILLAS

母屋
土蔵
敷地図

A Memorable Stay in
a Historic Honjin Villa

Nestled in the Shiga district of Matsumoto City,
Satoyama villa HONJIN is a unique accommodation set within the former Ozawa family residence,
once used as a Honjin — an official lodging for feudal lords and high-ranking travelers.
Known as a place where the lord of Matsumoto Castle once
stopped to rest during journeys related to the Sankin-kotai system,
this historic Honjin building carries the memory of a bygone era.
The existing structure was rebuilt in 1913 and was registered as a National Tangible Cultural Property in 2021.
It remains a rare architectural treasure that preserves the dignity,
layout, and atmosphere characteristic of traditional Honjin residences. On the property, guests can stay in rooms
and dine in spaces created from the renovated main house of the former Honjin. In July 2024,
three new guest rooms were also created through the renovation of the North and South storehouses.
While honoring the history and architectural character of each building,
Satoyama villa HONJIN has been thoughtfully equipped for a comfortable modern stay.
Through the memory of architecture found nowhere else,
the natural beauty of the satoyama landscape, the food and culture of Shinshu, and encounters with local people,
guests are invited to experience a quiet, deeply memorable journey.

ROOM A _
Feudal Lord’s Garden View Suite

Bedroom

A Refined Room Beyond the Grand Entrance
Once Used by Feudal Lords

This 121㎡ Japanese-style room extends straight from the grand entrance
where feudal lords were once welcomed. With its high ceilings
and spacious layout, this distinguished room offers a sense of quiet elegance,
complete with a bathroom overlooking the garden.

Type: Queen / Twin, Japanese-style room, 121㎡

Capacity: 1–4 guests Floor: 1st floor

Heating & Cooling: Air conditioner, heater, floor heating Amenities: Washerdryer

Bathroom & Sanitary Room

A Special Bathroom
Overlooking the Beautiful Garden

The suite’s bathroom features a refined, modern design.
A beautiful garden extends before you, offering an open and spacious view.
It is a special space where you can feel the changing seasons close at hand.

Amenities: Bath towels, towels, shampoo,
conditioner, body soap, toothbrush set, razor,
cotton pads and cotton swabs set, comb, hair dryer.

ROOM B _
Feudal Lord’s Garden View Junior Suite

Bedroom

A Room Overlooking the Garden,
with a Raised Tatami Space
that Evokes the Past

This room features a raised tatami space located at the top of a short staircase.
In this spacious room, where the atmosphere of bygone days still lingers,
guests can enjoy views of the garden from the bathroom, and from the corridor,
the distinctive hishibuki roof of the detached annex.

Type: Semi-double / Twin, Japanese-style room, 90㎡

Capacity: 1–2 guests Floor: 2nd floor

Heating & Cooling: Air conditioner, heater Amenities: Washerdryer

Bathroom & Sanitary Room

A Quiet Bathroom Overlooking the Garden
from the Second Floor

Located on the second floor, this bathroom offers a beautiful view of the garden
beyond the window. From a slightly elevated perspective,
guests can enjoy the garden scenery and take in its changing beauty
throughout the seasons. It is a calm, restful space designed for quiet moments.

Amenities: Bath towels, towels, shampoo,
conditioner, body soap, toothbrush set, razor,
cotton pads and cotton swabs set, comb, hair dryer.

ROOM C _
Feudal Lord’s Bridge Junior Suite

Bedroom

A Playful, One-of-a-Kind Space Connecting
Two Adjacent Rooms by a Passageway

This room looks out over the atrium from the connecting passageway.
It is a unique space that brings together a room overlooking the Alps
and the courtyard storehouse with another room
once used by retainers as a place to rest. Designed to spark a sense of curiosity,
it offers a stay found nowhere else.

Type: Semi-double / Twin, Japanese-style room, 86㎡ Capacity: 1–4 guests

Floor: 2nd floor Heating & Cooling: Air conditioner, heater Amenities: Washerdryer

Bathroom & Sanitary Room

A Modern Bathroom
with a Private Atmosphere

This bathroom has a private, secluded feel,
with a modern and stylish design.
Settle into the calm space and enjoy a quiet moment to gently still the mind.

Amenities: Bath towels, towels, shampoo,
conditioner, body soap, toothbrush set, razor,
cotton pads and cotton swabs set, comb, hair dryer.

ROOM E _
Maisonette Twin <Sakagura>

Bedroom

A Room in the Oldest Storehouse at Honjin,
Preserving Memories of the Edo Period

This room is set within a renovated earthen storehouse from the Edo period,
the oldest among Honjin’s storehouse rooms.
Surrounded by high ceilings and earthen walls, the space feels open and serene,
inviting guests to enjoy a relaxed and unhurried stay.

Type: Semi-double / Twin, Japanese-style room, 50㎡

Capacity: 1–4 guests Floor: 1st–2nd floor

Heating & Cooling: Air conditioner, heater, floor heating

Bathroom & Sanitary Room

A Spacious,
Refined Bathroom

The spacious bathroom features a refined, modern design.
Settle into the generous space
and enjoy a relaxing moment to quietly restore both body and mind.

Amenities: Bath towels, towels, shampoo,
conditioner, body soap, toothbrush set, razor,
cotton pads and cotton swabs set, comb, hair dryer.

ROOM F _
Standard Twin <Misogura>

Bedroom

A Space that Preserves
the Memory of Its Architecture,
with an Original Beam
Bearing the Master Carpenter’s Name

This atmospheric room is set within a renovated earthen storehouse
from the Meiji period. It features a bathroom with a large window,
as well as original earthen walls
and a beam bearing the name of the master carpenter.
Here, the passage of time and the beauty of historic architecture quietly live on.

Type: Semi-double / Twin, Japanese-style room, 40㎡ Capacity: 1–2 guests

Floor: 1st–2nd floor Heating & Cooling: Air conditioner, heater, floor heating

Bathroom & Sanitary Room

A Glass-Walled Bathroom Filled
with a Sense of Openness

The glass-walled bathroom features a modern and stylish design,
creating a bright and open atmosphere.
Enjoy a relaxing moment to restore both body and mind in this light-filled space.

Amenities: Bath towels, towels, shampoo,
conditioner, body soap, toothbrush set, razor,
cotton pads and cotton swabs set, comb, hair dryer.

ROOM G _
Alps View Terrace Twin <Komegura>

Bedroom

An Atmospheric Space
with the Charm of a Storehouse
and a Private Deck

This atmospheric room is set within a renovated earthen storehouse
from the Meiji period. The first floor features a bathroom
and the property’s only private wooden deck, while the second floor is equipped
with a mini kitchen. Surrounded by earthen walls,
the space offers a quiet stay filled with historic character.

Type: Semi-double / Twin, Japanese-style room, 42㎡ Capacity: 1–2 guests

Floor: 1st–2nd floor Heating & Cooling: Air conditioner, heater, floor heating

Bathroom & Sanitary Room

An Open and Airy Bathroom
Connected to the Private Deck

The bathroom opens onto the private deck,
creating an airy space where you can feel the outdoor breeze close at hand.
From the private deck, you can take in views of the surrounding mountains
and enjoy a peaceful moment surrounded by nature.

Amenities: Bath towels, towels, shampoo,
conditioner, body soap, toothbrush set, razor,
cotton pads and cotton swabs set, comb, hair dryer.

COMMON AREAS

Lobby

A Grand Hall with 13-Meter-High Ceilings,
Where Craftsmanship Lives On
in the Zelkova Beams

The grand hall leaves a lasting impression
with its soaring 13-meter-high atrium.
The powerful zelkova beams that support the space embody the craftsmanship
and aesthetic sensibility of a bygone era.

Heating & Cooling: heater, floor heating, wood-burning stove

Doma Earthen-Floor Space

A Rare Historic Space
Preserving Traces of Daily Life from the Past

This doma earthen-floor space preserves tools
and traces of daily life from the past, including a traditional storage chest,
a cooking stove, and old books.
It is an atmospheric space that quietly tells the history of the honjin.

The door to wonderful moments

FOOD

A Special Moment to Savor
the Blessings of Shiga,
Matsumoto

Meals can be selected according to your preferred style of stay.
For dinner, we offer “locavore” cuisine prepared by our private chef.
Guests can enjoy course meals that highlight the blessings of Shiga, Matsumoto,
including local vegetables, river fish from Shinshu, and regional meats. Seasonal hot pot dishes are also available.
For breakfast, we offer a meal prepared by our private chef.
As an optional choice, breakfast from Kamenoya is also available. Please feel free to contact us for details.

EXPERIENCES

A Satoyama
Wellness Experience,
Connected with Nature

At Honjin, we offer a wellness stay that gently restores both body and mind,
surrounded by the rich natural beauty of Shiga, Matsumoto.
Breathe deeply in the morning light, and move slowly as you take in the satoyama landscape.
Feel the soft breeze pass through, listen to the rustling of the trees and the birdsong,
and allow your senses to gradually open and become more attuned to the moment.
As time flows gently, immerse yourself in the nature, history, and culture of Shiga, Matsumoto,
and enjoy a peaceful stay in the satoyama.

ACTIVITIES

Why not take time to fully enjoy
the nostalgic satoyama landscape,
where clear streams flow
and fields stretch across the countryside?
We offer a range of wellness experiences, from
cycling through the area to
zazen meditation at a local temple.

Cycling Comfortably
Through Nature,
Surrounded by Mountains

The road in front of the villa is part of the ancient Tōsandō,
one of Japan’s historic routes established in early times.
Follow this historic path as you enjoy hiking through the satoyama landscape or
cycling by e-bike(rental available). Nearby, you will also find
historic temples and cultural sites.

A Private Space to Enjoy
the Star-Filled Sky

The property features a spacious wooden deck where guests can relax
in a nostalgic atmosphere and enjoy stargazing beneath the night sky.
We also offer experiences at a nearby historic temple,
including zazen meditation, sutra copying, and pottery.

ACCESS

Satoyama villa HONJIN is nestled in
a satoyama area not far from central Matsumoto,
surrounded by rich nature
and the scenery of a rural village.
With convenient access to the city center
and nearby sightseeing destinations
— approximately 30 minutes by car —
it serves as an ideal base for a stay where
guests can experience the everyday life
and culture of Shinshu up close.

Address >
246 Hofukujimachi, Matsumoto,
Nagano 399-7412, Japan
● Google Map↓

By car >
Approximately 20 minutes from Azumino I.C.
Parking: One space per guest room

By train >
Approximately 30 minutes by taxi from
JR Matsumoto Station

By bus >
Approximately 30 minutes by local bus from JR Matsumoto Station.
Get off at the “Kasekikan” bus stop.
A shuttle service from the bus stop to
Honjin is available by advance reservation.

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INFORMATION

Facilities & Amenities

Heating/Cooling

Air conditioner, heater, floor heating, wood-burning stove, electric fan

Bathroom

Bath towels, towels, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, toothbrush set, razor, cotton pads and cotton swabs set, comb, hair dryer

Laundry

Washer-dryer, laundry detergent, hangers

※The above amenities and facilities may vary depending on the room.

Privacy Policy

Tobira Holdings Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “the Company”) hereby declares that, in order to ensure the proper handling of personal information used in the course of its business, it will comply with applicable laws, regulations, and other standards relating to the protection of personal information, and will establish, implement, maintain, and continuously improve its own internal systems and rules.

1.In order to implement this declaration, we will ensure that all officers, employees, temporary staff, and other related parties are informed of and comply with applicable laws and regulations, including the Act on the Protection of Personal Information, and we will continue to maintain and improve its efforts in this regard.

2.The basic principles of our personal information protection are as follows:
(1)Prohibition of Improper Collection
When collecting personal information, we shall do so by lawful and fair means and prohibits the collection of personal information by improper methods.
(2)Prohibition of Use Beyond the Intended Purpose
When using personal information, we shall limit such use to the scope of the stated purposes of use and prohibits use beyond such scope.
(3)Ensuring Security
In handling personal information, we pay due attention to security management and prohibit the input, output, storage, transportation, transmission, or disposal of personal information in any manner that does not ensure its security.
(4)Respect for the Rights of Customers
We recognize that customers, as the data subjects of their personal information, have the right to request disclosure, correction, suspension of use, and other actions regarding their personal information, and we will respond to such requests in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

3.Matters Relating to Acquisition of Personal Information
We will clearly specify the purpose of use when acquiring personal information and, with the customer’s consent, acquire such information by lawful and fair means only to the extent necessary to achieve the purpose of use specified in advance. If it becomes necessary to use personal information beyond the scope of the stated purpose, we will inform the customer accordingly and obtain the customer’s consent in advance.
In addition, we do not sell products or services intended for minors, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. Any personal information relating to a minor will be handled only after obtaining the minor’s confirmation and consent, as well as the consent of the minor’s parent or legal guardian.

4.Purposes of Use
We will use the personal information we acquire for the following purposes:
(1)To provide services to customers
(2)To contact customers for purposes such as confirming reservation details
(3)To ship products, process payments and settlements, and provide guidance and confirmations related to transactions
(4)To provide information, advertisements, promotional materials, and questionnaires regarding our business operations and those of our business partners
(5)To understand the use of our facilities, products, and services and those of our business partners, and to improve and develop such facilities, products, and services
(6)To improve our website and our services and products
(7)To carry out other operations incidental or related to the above purposes of use
(8)To respond in accordance with laws and regulations or notices, guidance, or instructions from administrative authorities

5.Provision to Third Parties
We may provide customers’ personal information handled by us to third parties in the following cases:
(1)Where our affiliated service providers (including, but not limited to, catering companies and cleaning companies) perform their services

6.Matters Concerning Shared Use
We may share the personal information we hold within the scope necessary to achieve the purposes set forth in Section 4 above. Personal information subject to shared use will be managed responsibly by our personal information protection manager. For inquiries regarding the details of such shared use, please contact the office set forth in Section 7 below.
(1)Items of personal information to be shared
Address, name, company name, telephone number, email address, and any other information necessary for providing services to customers
(2)Scope of parties with whom personal information will be shared
Myojinkan Co., Ltd. (our group company)
(3)Purposes of use by parties sharing the personal information
①Sharing guest registry information
②Other operations incidental or related to the above purposes of use
(4)Contact for Inquiries Regarding the Handling of Personal Information
Tobira Holdings Co., Ltd.
Tobira Collection

7.Contact Information for Inquiries Regarding Personal Information

We manage our customers’ personal information so that it is kept as accurate and up to date as possible. If a customer requests disclosure, correction, suspension of use, or any other request relating to personal information, we will respond through the contact office below.
Tobira Holdings Co., Ltd.
(Contact Office) +81-263-88-3266 (Main Line)
09:00–18:00 / Excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays

8.Changes to this Policy

The contents of this Policy may be changed without prior notice due to amendments to laws and regulations, changes in social standards, or other reasons.

WEDDING

A special wedding experience while
staying at
Satoyama villa HONJIN