About TENGUDAIRA MOUNTAIN.LODGE

Checklist Before Reservations:

Cell phones can be used.

Know the directions to get to the lodge as phone service is very limited.

There may be abrupt and sudden times when construction work is being done. Please plan accordingly!

Both meals and showers are timely—open and provided at specific times. This is to resonate a mountain lifestyle experience for all guests.

Bentos are 1000-2000yen at an additional charge.

We will book the bus for you before you board.

Please respect the mountain. There’s a difference between a hotel and a mountain lodge, and taking care of the lodge is as important as taking care of the mountain. This way, a true mountain-lifestyle can be experienced among all guests.

Tengudaira Seasonal Schedule:

I.) Snow Mountain in the Spring Season

From mid-April to mid-June, skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing can be done within the snowy landscape.

Famous snow wall is at its peak in April and early May.

II.) Trekking in the Summer Season

From mid-July to mid-September, enjoy trekking, hiking, and even gorge climbing , known as SAWANOBORI in Japanese. Enjoy the beautiful scenery in very comfortable weather.

III.) The Autumn foliage in the Fall Season

Furthermore, from mid-September to mid-October, enjoy trekking and hiking amidst the autumn foliage. You may even experience seeing an early “first snow”!

Tengudaira Reviews:

On September, 2021, a 9/10 review by a lodge guest said:

“After booking a trip reservation to the Alpine route, I received a message immediately. I really appreciated that. The staff were really friendly and accommodated our requests for vegan & vegetarian meals. The space was very clean, and the sunrise was nice. One thing to note is that they only have shared bathrooms but the staff do maintain it and keep it quite clean. The view overlooking the clouds over the city complemented the scenic mountain view from our room.”

On April, 2022, a 10/10 review by a lodge guest from Japan said:

“I can’t wait to go back. The sky was great, the food was excellent, and the owners make you feel right at home—like you’re part of the family. If you visit during the snow season, you can use snowshoes and travel all the way to Murodo. It’s a lot of fun and a great work-out!”

On August 1st, 2022, a 10/10 review by a lodge guest from Japan said:

“It was exceptional at the lodge!! I even had a chance to see shooting stars!”

In September 2022, a 9/10 review by a lodge guest from Japan said:

“Wonderful. The lodge had extremely hospitable service, and made us feel right at home. Also, dinner and breakfast were delicious (just be warned that the breakfast is served at a very early time: 6:30am)

In October 2022, a review by a lodge guest from Japan said:

“GREAT LOCATION. The lodge is next to the bus station, and breakfast and dinner are delicious. The staff also do rice and bread refills. Even though it is almost impossible to avoid insects in mountain areas, the rooms were quite clean. If you would like to stay in Tateyama longer than 2 nights, I’d highly recommend this place.”

On October 18th, 2022; a 9/10 review by a lodge guest from Japan said:

“The location is fabulous and the views from the lodge are amazing. The staff were friendly, accommodating, and they provided a vegetarian meal at my request.”

On December 26th, 2022, a review by a lodge guest from Finland said:

“Absolutely wonderful! The location in the middle of the mountains is run by an incredibly nice family. Lovely food to note as well!”

In April 2023, a 10/10 review by a lodge guest from France said:

“It’s a perfect place to stay while visiting the snow wall and crossing the Alpine road. The people cooking at the lodge are so nice. Everything is clean and well thought-out—considering that you spend your stay in the snow. Additionally, the dinner they served all together was delicious.”

In April 2023, a review by a lodge guest from Costa Rica said:

“A place that is peaceful, quiet, and has lovely staff. The lodge is nice and warm. In the middle of the Alpine route, the views are amazing. The lodge is away from other lodges and hotels, so it’s very quiet and peaceful. The meals are delicious, and the best part is the staff. Everyone who works here has an amazing attitude and they always have a smile on their face. They are nice, polite, and always willing to help you in any way they can. I wish I knew Japanese so I could talk to them. I stayed in a Western-style room first and then a Japanese-style room during the next visit. I LOVED THE ROOMS.”

In May 2023, a review by a lodge guest from:

“The food, hospitality, and location—loved it all.”

In May 2023, a 10/10 review by a lodge guest from Singapore said:

“An exceptional place with exceptional staff. The lodge is surrounded by snow, and is clean and well-kept. It was badly raining on the day we arrived, but the staff made sure our stay was excellent. The food was great, the staff was accommodating and friendly. We would definitely like to come back when the weather is better.”

In May 2023, a 10/10 review by a lodge guest from Australia said:

“100% worth it. I stayed in a Japanese-style room with a mountain view and would love to go back. Amazing all-around, super friendly staff, and a truly unforgettable experience.

In May 2023, a 9/10 review by a lodge guest from Singapore said:

“A cozy family-oriented lodge. A Japanese-style room with a mountain view, staff that were attentive to the needs of the customers, and home-cooked food. It was all excellent.”

September 2023 an interview with two guests from Australia.

The staff were super friendly, they spoke english and prepared a flyer, about the lodge and the itinerary about meals, bath time e.t.c. Super helpful. Best part is there is a morning shuttle bus to the Murodo Terminal that is actually free of charge. which usually departs at 7:20am, was a very convenient luxury during our stay.

The sunset was like nothing in this world really breathtaking. The meals are amazing, so much variety! In case you don't like something there are quite a few choices right infront of you. Overall this is was a fantastic experience!

FROM VARIOUS GUESTS.

The walls are really thin, other guests might be noisy.

Due to the location of the lodge, they don't provide bath towels please bring your own if the small towels are too small for you.

The lodge doesn't really provide suffice information on how wonderful the mountain experience really is.

There's little to no information provided beforehand, if you are a spontaneous traveler you'll be fine. If you like to plan ahead you might need to do some research before making a reservation, since the mountain lodge is in a very arid location.

The bath time isn't flexible, not to mention it is a shared bathroom, it is quite nice however the Japanese guests might immediately leave the bathroom if they see a foreign guest.

The pillow was small and uncomfortable.

The meal times and bath times are timed and not flexible.

Repeated Guests Reviews:

An in-person interview with a guest stated:

“A very natural mountain where you forget about everything. Horie-san, a backcountry tour guide, gave a tour of the beautiful snow mountain. The natural mountain water is delicious. The mountain emits a completely different atmosphere and resonates a feeling of ‘sansou’—home.”

An in-person interview with a guest stated:

“The lodge is cozy and heartwarming. It’s also not so crowded, so you can collect yourself amidst the mountains.”

An in-person interview with a repeated guest stated:

“The staff are friendly, beds are comfy, and the meals are delicious. The mountain lodge is remote in the mountains, but it wasn’t isolating, rather, it was comfortable.”

An in-person interview with a 30-time regular guest stated:

“I’ve been to Tengudaira many times—for ski training, camping, and trekking amidst the tall mountains. I am a part of the high school ski team and cross country team in Toyama, and having an area so close to home has been nice. The Tengudaira base camp is a great location for training. It is spacious, has kind staff, delicious food, the views are amazing, very fast service, and is comfortable as it is cozy. The family-oriented lodge makes you feel right at home every single time.