Hut in Shirakawa

Escape the city and unwind at Edge Sauna 9 Shirakawa, a private whole-house traditional home with sauna in a quiet village of Shirakawa, Fukushima. The house has a kitchen and self check-in, suitable for longer stays. There is no sauna inside the guest room; a private sauna is located on the property. Edo-era beams blend with modern design, creating a calm atmosphere. Enjoy wood-fired heat and a deep totonoi experience. The space During your stay, guests are free to use the sauna facilities in the sauna building, including the wood-fired sauna. Please note that the wood-fired sauna reaches high temperatures and involves handling fire. When lighting the stove or adding firewood, please exercise caution at all times. Do not place any materials other than the firewood provided by the property into the stove, and never leave the fire unattended. For safety reasons, if you are staying with young children, please ensure that a parent or guardian is always present and supervising during use. Guest access The entire property is reserved exclusively for your private use. Other things to note 【House Rules and Disclaimer】 To ensure a safe and comfortable stay, we have established house rules. Please read all information carefully before proceeding with your reservation. ⸻ ✳️ Introduction This property is specialized for accommodation and does not offer full hotel-style services. Thank you for your understanding. ⸻ 📝 Guest Information Confirmation In accordance with Japanese law, confirmation of information for all guests is required after the reservation is confirmed. ・Guests with an address in Japan Full name, address, and contact information ・Foreign residents living in Japan (long-term stay, etc.) You may be asked to present and provide copies of your residence card, driver’s license, or insurance card for identification. ・Guests residing outside Japan Full name, address, contact information, and passport copy are required. 【Important】 Check-in is not permitted unless all guest information has been confirmed. Please provide the required information by the day before your stay. ⸻ ⏰ Check-in / Check-out ✅ Check-in: From 4:00 PM ※If you expect to arrive after 8:00 PM, please notify us in advance. 📌 Please inform us once your arrival time is confirmed. ✅ Check-out: By 10:00 AM on the final day ※Cleaning begins after 10:00 AM, so please vacate on time. 📌 Please be careful not to leave personal belongings behind. As there is no front desk, lost items can only be shipped (domestic: cash on delivery / overseas: EMS). Shipping fees will be charged via the reservation platform. 🔒 This property operates without on-site staff. For security reasons, access information will be sent on the day of check-in once the room is fully prepared. Thank you for your understanding. ⸻ 🧹 Cleaning ・Additional cleaning during your stay is available for an extra fee. ・Smoking is strictly prohibited indoors. Please refrain from using any devices or cooking that produces smoke or strong odors inside. Fire alarms may be triggered. If detected, deodorization costs will be charged in full. ・Failure to follow house rules may result in additional cleaning fees or other charges. ⸻ 📢 Reservation Guidelines ・Only registered guests may use the property. If additional unregistered guests are found, an extra fee plus a penalty of ¥10,000 per person per day will be charged. ・Pets are not allowed. ・Cancellations are handled according to the cancellation policy. ⸻ 🏨 Room Information 〈Amenities〉 🧴 Provided ・Toothbrush ・Face & bath towels (one set per guest) ・Shampoo / Conditioner ・Body soap ・Hair dryer 🌱 Not Provided ・Disposable amenities such as hairbrushes or razors ・Pajamas ・Swimwear for sauna use (required) Please bring these items if needed 🙏🏼 ・Maximum occupancy: 14 guests 【1st Floor】 ・Japanese-style room: 2 single-size sofa beds ・Bedroom: 2 double beds and 2 sofa beds ・4 single-size bunk beds available 【2nd Floor】 ・Independent bedroom with 2 single beds ・This property is located in a heavy snowfall area. During winter, snow or freezing may cause inconvenience. Regular maintenance is performed, but please understand this as part of the regional environment. Due to the natural setting, insects or small animals may occasionally enter the room. ・Guests are responsible for shipping and receiving their own luggage. ・The TV does not support local broadcast channels but allows use of VOD services such as YouTube. ・Please do not remove any items from the property. ⸻ 🔥 Wood-Fired Sauna Our wood-fired sauna is an authentic sauna heated slowly with firewood, different from electric saunas. For safety reasons, pre-heating is not possible. Guests are required to light the fire and manage it themselves. Due to its nature, heating takes time. ⛄️ In winter, it may take approximately 4 hours from lighting to reach around 70°C. Please plan accordingly. ※Time may vary depending on weather conditions. A web manual will be sent on the day of check-in. Enjoy the unique experience of nurturing the fire and watching the sauna gradually come to life. ⸻ 💧 Cold Water Bath 🚫 Please do not touch the valve during or after your stay. ⸻ 🛁 Outdoor Wood-Fired Hot Bath Currently unavailable. ⸻ 【Disclaimer】 Although we take safety measures, there are risks of accidents such as slipping or drowning when using the sauna, bath, cold plunge, or living areas. All use is at your own responsibility. ▼ Specific Risks ・Slippery floors Wooden floors may become slippery when wet or when wearing socks. ・Sauna and bath areas High temperatures and humidity may cause physical discomfort or falls. ・Wood stove To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, always keep the stove glass door closed and ventilate properly before use. ・Cold water bath (Depth: 0.4–0.6m / approx. 15°C) Diving or prolonged immersion is extremely dangerous. Children and non-swimmers must not enter. ▼ Personal Responsibility We are not responsible for accidents or injuries caused by guest negligence or health conditions. Using sauna or cold bath after drinking alcohol is extremely dangerous and prohibited. ▼ Liability Waiver By using the facility, guests acknowledge all risks and agree to use it at their own responsibility. The management assumes no liability for accidents, injuries, or death. ⸻ If you have any questions before booking, please contact us via message. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Registration Details Hotels and Inns Business Act | 福島県　県南　保健所 | 福島県指令　南　保第　796　号