Matsudai, Tokamachi, the stage of the Echigo-Tsumari Art Field.
Guesthouse MIRAI is located in this village, wrapped in deep snow.
In an old folk house limited to one group a day, gather around the irori fire,
taste homemade doburoku,
and listen to the crackling sound of firewood.
After experiencing contemporary art,
take time to face yourself in Japan's pristine landscape.
Matsudai area in Tokamachi City, Niigata.
There, a beautiful satoyama landscape where people's lives and nature harmonize still spreads.
Despite being one of Japan's heaviest snowfall areas, snowmelt water irrigates the terraced fields in spring, deep green in summer, and golden rice ears shine in autumn.
The climate and culture of this land itself serve as a grand canvas for the Echigo-Tsumari Art Field.
A traditional irori beyond the earth floor. The luxury of grilling local ingredients over charcoal while watching the flickering flames. The noise of daily life fades away, leaving only a pleasant silence.
AMAZAKE+, an amazake stand attached to Guesthouse MIRAI.
Slowly and carefully, while monitoring the temperature. What we draw out with time and effort is a natural sweetness without using sugar.
Please enjoy the power of fermentation unique to the snow country, which gently permeates the body.
Tokamachi, covered in several meters of snow in winter. The monochrome scenery spreading outside the window gently envelops everything. Please enjoy the beauty of the satoyama, which changes its expression with each season.
The Matsudai area of Tokamachi City, where Guesthouse MIRAI is located, is a place where "Japan's original landscape" with beautiful terraced rice fields remains.
Water mirrors in spring, lush green rice in summer, golden colors in autumn, and snow makeup in winter.
The beautiful satoyama scenery that changes with the seasons heals the hearts of visitors.
Limited to one group per day. Your own snow country experience awaits.
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Matsudai area in Tokamachi City, where Guesthouse MIRAI is located, is one of the main venues for the Art Field.
World-class masterpieces that blend with the satoyama landscape are scattered throughout the surrounding area.
The building itself, designed by the Dutch architectural group MVRDV, is a piece of art. The surrounding terraced rice fields are home to iconic works like "The Rice Field" by Ilya & Emilia Kabakov and "Tsumari in Bloom" by Yayoi Kusama.
Major works: The Rice Field, Tsumari in Bloom, Reverse City
A large-scale installation by Christian Boltanski using the entire building of a closed elementary school. This overwhelming space that shakes the five senses is one of the most popular works in the Art Field.
Major works: The Last Class, Dream House, "Mori-no-Gakko" Kyororo
30 min by car. A museum near Tokamachi Station. Beautiful water basin surrounded by corridors.
45 min by car. Art and superb views merge by Ma Yansong. A highly popular spot on social media.
20 min by car. A base for cultural exchange between Japan and Australia. Powerful architecture in nature.
Experience the latest contemporary art at "MonET" near the station.
Stroll through "Nohbutai" and "The Rice Field". Enjoy the fusion of art and nature.
Start a quiet night in a traditional house with an irori fireplace.
Visit "The Last Class" and "Kyororo". Explore art in the deep forest.
Visit one of Japan's most scenic spots. Experience the beauty of the gorge through art.
Taste local specialties in Tokamachi and head home with wonderful memories.
The official app is essential for your art tour, providing artwork locations, details, and a digital stamp rally.
Get the latest information and enjoy a comfortable journey.
A private space rented entirely.
Equipped with a spacious kitchen for self-catering and facilities to support long stays.
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Air conditioning
Parking
Full kitchen
Tableware
Washer
Wifi
Soap
Towels
Limited to one group per day. Your own snow country experience awaits.
Step away from the ordinary (Check Availability)Reservations are accepted from 180 days in advance.
Yes, booking for 4 or fewer people is possible. Please enjoy the luxury of having the entire traditional house to yourself!
If you pay in advance, you can use self-check-in to enter at any time. If you are paying in cash on the day, please let us know your arrival time.
Check-out time is 10:00. Please separate trash, turn off electricity/heating, and lock the door before leaving. Don't forget your belongings.
Yes, please use studless snow tires from around December as there is a possibility of snowfall.
From late December to the end of February, it can snow about 1 meter in a single day. Staying indoors and enjoying the snow country is also part of the experience.
We have heating, but as it is a traditional house, the insulation is not high. Please keep doors closed tightly.
Approximately 10 minutes on foot. There is also an art piece called "The Golden Playground" next to it.
A car is convenient for sightseeing further away, but rental cycles are available at Matsudai Station.
There are supermarkets and restaurants within walking distance, but please check their business hours.
Yes, kitchen utensils and tableware are available in the kitchen for your use.
Yes, there is a refrigerator in the kitchen. Feel free to use it.
No seasonings are provided, so please bring your own.
Yes, the irori is available. Please use the provided charcoal.
Yes, we can prepare them if you request in the comments section when booking.
A washing machine and detergent are available. After washing, please use the drying rack in the 2nd-floor hallway.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
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