A magical light show in the snow

Exclusively designed for KAI Okuhida, the lights were inspired by the area's landscape and culture and are sure to enhance the beauty of the ryokan's winter scene. Named Hidatama, or "Hida globe," each light consists of a spherical light bulb with a conical shade on top—the latter an homage to the nearby mountains, as well as the sloped thatched roofs that were once prevalent in Japan's snow country.

Wooden sculptures that beautifully demonstrate the region's traditional wood-bending technique are placed in the middle of the courtyard to provide further elegance to the scene. They are composed of a spectrum of thin lines that, when covered in snow, glint magically in the moonlight. Placed side by side, the sculptures may even evoke undulating mountains.