Vision and History
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Vision and History
Vision
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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?” |
History
| 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) |
Reservations will begin in February 2026.