Itinerary
Day 1
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Nagano Prefecture is home to the majestic mountains of the Japanese Alps. Omachi Onsen, where KAI Alps is located, is the gateway to tourism in the Northern Japanese Alps.
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At KAI, we offer “KAI Hot Spring Healing,” an authentic hot spring cure experience based on the efficacy and quality of the water at the hot springs.
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Take a time to relax with with a drink in your room.
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On several occasions, our “Yumori of KAI” -Hot Spring Concierge- at KAI will explain the history of the hot spring as well as its spring qualities and effective ways to bathe.
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Wrap your bathing kit in a Furoshiki, a traditional wrapping cloth, and off to the hot springs. Take a moment to relax in the open-air bath surrounded by a forest of larch trees.
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Relax in our outdoor bath—located in the middle of a pond—while admiring the seasonal colors reflected in the water’s surface.
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Savor the combination of seasonal ingredients in dishes such as roast beef with wasabi.
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Spend some time around the Irori hearth while listening to old folk tales of Shinshu and sharing a moment of nostalgia with other guests.
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The breathing exercises in the “KAI Hot Spring Healing” Guidebook lets you calm down.
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Ginger tea with black vinegar and brown sugar relieves your fatigue and regulates your body temperature. It gradually prepares your body and mind for a relaxing and peaceful sleep.
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A soft, cloud-like mattress provides you the most comfortable sleep while supporting your body at its core. Smooth sheets and pillowcases invite you to heavenly sleep.
Day 2
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This exercise slowly wakes up your body while incorporating movements inspired by mountain climbing and skiing.
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At KAI, we offer a “Local Breakfast” using ingredients and cooking methods that reflect the local culture. A rich, mushroom-based miso soup is paired with “Shiomaru Squid”, a special squid dish invented in order to preserve the seafood as it was taken to the inland.
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Try walking with large strides while consciously “inhaling through the nose and exhaling through the mouth.” A course map is available with routes that you can walk lightly for about an hour.
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Try our breathing techniques to enhance the effects of the hot spring or enjoy the local beverages after bathing.
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Enjoy exploring the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route or Hakuba and Azumino regions. Participate in the local amusement at the Irori hearth.
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Enjoy the different atmosphere from the nighttime.
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Relaxing your body in the evening helps with digestion for dinner.
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Special Kaiseki cuisine that delights your eyes and tongue offering an immersive experience of the Shinshu countryside. Fully enjoy this early dinner.
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When the weather is good, you can enjoy the sky full of stars.
Day 3
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Our “Original Exercise” features unique movements that incorporate the local histories and tourism resources. It improves your blood flow, especially when coupled with bathing in hot springs.
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After the light exercise, try our “morning rice porridge” that further wakes up your brain. The mild taste warms up your body as well.
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Off to the dining area to satisfy your stomach.
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Enjoy a stroll around KAI Alps surrounded by peaceful rice fields.
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We have a variety of souvenirs, such as crafts made with Matsusaki washi paper, paper-cut postcards, and delicious local treats.
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The check-out is until noon. When you leave the inn, you are refreshed and fully charged.