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1. | Our aim and passion is to provide our customers with a place for relaxation and a place of comfort at a charming mountain village lodge surrounded by beautiful nature. |
2. | We love Kamikochi and are proud to be part of an organization to preserve nature and environment of the area. | |
3. | We put all our energy and resources to create a beautiful rich life in a natural environment. | |
4. | While we consider the comfort of our guest, we try to minimize the effect on our environment. | |
5. | Our motto is “What is a Real Mountain Lodge?” |
1865 | The founder, Hideo Okuhara, separates from Itoya (parent company) and names it Nishi-Itoya. |
1923![]() |
He builds a shop for mountain climbers and campers. |
1928 | He builds a mountain lodge next to the shop.
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1933 | Bus service to Kamikochi is inaugurated. |
1934 | Kamikochi is designated as a part of Chuyubusangaku National Park. |
1938 | Kamikochi is given a special status within the National Park. |
1962 | The main mountain lodge is constructed on the site. |
1963 | The lodge is registered as Nishi-Itoya Co. |
1971 | North building is added. |
1972 | Celebration of 50th Anniversary since the founding of Nishi-Itoya. |
1987 | The founder’s brother builds a hotel in Norikura Kougen. |
1996 | The North and Main lodges are renovated, a lounging area is added.
![]() The current owner and mountain guide,Mr. Okuhara. ![]() Mr. Okuhara at Karakoram (China, 1998) |
We accept reservations
from 25th April to 14th November.