Frequently Asked Questions
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Check-in / check-out (1)
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is 15:00 (latest 18:00) and check-out is 10:00.
Opening / Seasons (1)
Are you open in winter?
We have been open all year round since 2001. In winter (December to March), however, the road is closed to general traffic because of snow, so you must use the free shuttle bus (booking required).
Traveling with children (1)
Can I stay with children?
Yes, you can stay with children. As there is no electric lighting or air conditioning, however, please contact the inn in advance on 0172-54-8588 if you are travelling with young children.
Rooms (2)
What are the detached buildings like?
As well as the main building there are three detached buildings set along the stream. Each has rooms with plenty of character, for a quieter and more private stay.
How many rooms are there?
There are 31 rooms in total, in the main building and three detached buildings set along the stream.
Payment (1)
Can I pay by credit card?
Credit cards are not accepted. Please bring cash.
Facility overview (1)
What is the Inn of Lamps?
It is an inn with no mobile phone signal, no electric lighting, no television and no air conditioning, where you spend the night by lamplight alone. A two-storey wooden inn standing alone beside the stream in the remote Aoni valley, it has been here since the spring was first tapped in 1929. Under the motto luxury by another name, inconvenience, it is popular with guests seeking a digital detox.
Hot springs / Baths (1)
How many baths are there?
There are four baths in all, including separate indoor and open-air baths for men and women. Moving between baths of different character is part of the appeal. The water is a simple spring.
Equipment / Services (1)
Is there a mobile signal or Wi-Fi?
There is no mobile phone signal and no Wi-Fi. This is part of the appeal of the Inn of Lamps, luxury by another name, inconvenience.
Meals (1)
Where are meals served, and what is on the menu?
Both breakfast and dinner are served in the large hall. The food is unaffected country cooking, simple dishes made with mountain produce. Dining in the irori hearth room also has its own atmosphere.
Parking (1)
Is there parking? Can I drive here?
There is free parking for 50 vehicles. In winter (December to March), however, the road is closed to general traffic, so please park at the Niji-no-Ko roadside station and use the free shuttle bus.
Other (6)
What is the address?
1-7 Takinoue, Aonizawa, Okiura, Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please contact the property for details.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Not available.
What time is check-out?
10:00.
What time is check-in?
15:00.
How do I get there?
About 35 minutes by bus bound for Nurukawa from Kuroishi Station on the Konan Railway, alighting at Niji-no-Ko Koen, then a free shuttle bus to the inn. In winter (December to March) the shuttle bus must be used (booking required).