Oishi Fujikawaguchiko, Japan
Opened
2015
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Resort LuxeOutside the door
The house
Hoshino ResortsMinimalist forest citadel
Terraced wooden platforms climb through red pines toward evening bonfires, where guests sip rare whisky under the forest canopy.
“Nestled in the red pine forest, a collection of concrete cabins with vast front portals framing ethereal views of Lake Kawaguchi…”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Staggered concrete cabin boxes act as minimalist viewing telescopes framing Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi.
Remarkable
A multi-tiered forest campus offering sunrise canoeing, Dutch oven cooking sessions, and guided nature treks.
Notable
Private car escorts into the woods, personalized outdoor gear, and morning breakfasts delivered in tackle boxes.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
rooms are decidedly indoors. They also come with modern conveniences and sport unparalleled views of Mount Fuji across Lake Kawaguchi.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Perched above the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchi, the hillside grounds face directly south toward Mount Fuji and surrounding mountain trails.
The rooms
Concrete cabins angle directly toward Mount Fuji, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass and private balconies equipped with heated kotatsu tables.
At the table
Chefs prepare local game and seasonal beef over an open grill in the glass-walled dining hall.
The resort’s nature experts (here called ‘glamping masters’) lead canoe rides and hikes on horseback, as well as offer their advice...
How it began
Opened in 2015 as Japan’s first luxury glamping retreat, the resort was designed by architect Rie Azuma alongside Studio on site.
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Silver
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Bronze
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Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.