Staying here was an incredible experience. Naomi-san and her staff were extremely welcoming and took great care of us the whole time. For example, when we couldnt find the nearby foot bath, Naomi-san personally walked us there and showed us what to do. She might say she doesn't speak English but she actually speaks it well and it's easy to communicate.
The rooms were lovely. We did a traditional Japanese style room and it exceeded our expectations in every way. Even sleeping on the futons was very comfortable despite us being used to Western style beds. From our room we had great views of the surrounding mountains.
The onsen was well maintained and it was serene to sit outside in the bath while it snowed. There are indoor and outdoor baths for men, women, and private families. It was our first experience at an onsen and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
The food was also beyond expectations. Each meal we left completely satisfied, having tried about a dozen different dishes including grilled fish, soup, pickled vegetables, sashimi, and more.
Definitely one of the most memorable nights of our trip to Japan. If I find myself in Japan again one day, I will definitely stay here again.