Writing Retreat

The train station is a 25-minute walk from the house, but the path is slightly hilly, so we recommend renting a car in Nagano once you arrive by train. From Tokyo, the best option is to take the Express train Azusa from Shinjuku to Shiojiri and rent a car in Shiojiri, since the drive from Tokyo can take 2 hours longer than using the train + car depending on the traffic. We recommend booking train tickets and the car in advance. The car is also the best option for sightseeing if your schedule accommodates that.

We can also match your group with a local chef to cook meals in your home (paid separately). There are only two restaurants within walking distance from the house (Marika Taiwanese Restaurant and Honjin Japanese Restaurant, 15 min walk). There is also a supermarket (25 min walk) and a 711 convenience store nearby (15 min walk).