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We are committed to showcasing the best seasonal ingredients grown and purchased by our suppliers. We spare no effort in our work, and our good sense drives us to maximize their potential and reveal all the beauty of their flavors. We thus hope to provide you with this unique seasonal taste of Kaga, Japan.

Horin / 方林 Restaurant

Beniya Mukayu

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Beniya Mukayu stands on the sacred hill of Yakushiyama, once a sanctuary for Buddhist monks. The Entei Spa now offers a sanctuary of a different type, with thermal baths and treatments dedicated to physical and mental well-being. This award-winning spa offers unique treatments in a traditional Japanese setting, including the signature Yakushiyama Treatment, using thermal water and medicinal herbs.

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Founded in 1928 in the spa town of Yamashiro, Beniya Mukayu is located on the road from the revered Kyoto to the world heritage sites Shirakawago-Gokayama, close to Kanazawa. The hotel’s architecture elegantly emphasizes contrasts between light, shade and neutral colours. Every room has its own private open-air hot spring bath, with a wonderful view of the authentic Japanese garden. The traditional tea ceremony performed by the owner, the finest Kaga style Kaiseki cuisine served on locally crafted crockery, as well as invigorating medicinal spa treatments, combine to make Beniya Mukayu a peaceful heaven.

Plan your stay at the Beniya Mukayu

Pick your favourite among a variety of experiences unique to Beniya Mukayu, in which you will get to know more about Japanese culture from people who have inherited and keep local traditions alive. Join Mr. Nakamichi for a tea ceremony; trek the Ozuchi mountain; wear a kimono; try your hands at the traditional techniques of Japanese Washi paper, soba, kutani porcelain and lacquerware... so much to explore!

Craftsmanship and tradition – in the footsteps of our forebears

Byakuroku Terrace Suite features a secluded private open-air hot spring bath and a large wooden terrace stretching in hand-reaching distance into the forest garden. This 100 square metres suite is the perfect place to escape from everyday life while cleansing and rejuvenating your body and mind. The study inserted in between the open air hot spring bath and terrace is an ideal space for creative imagination or meditative thoughts that arise from a refreshed mind.

Unusual suites – stand out style

Japanese culture and hospitality are rooted in the beauty of the four seasons and the appreciation of their changing. Traditionally, Japanese have 24 very short seasons (24 sekki), some lasting only a few days. Empty your mind, tune in with nature, open your senses and your heart: in the little details you will appreciate the great, ephemeral spectacle that nature is performing around you.

Spectacular Nature

A trip that summarizes Japan: 9 nights on the large island of Honshû, between Osaka and Kanazawa, on a path that reveale multiple facets of Japanese art and architecture. Taking in museums, hot springs, ryokans, gardens and villages classified as UNESCO world heritage sites, this getaway offers a journey to the heart of the Japanese archipelago. <a href="https://www.relaischateaux.com/us/destinations/routes-du-bonheur/yoshinori-shibuya" target="_new">See the itinerary</a>

Itinerary - Honshû, a journey to the heart of Japanese art and architecture

It will take you two weeks to explore the island of Honshū: from Tokyo to Nara, crossing the magnificent landscapes of Chūbu. <a href="https://www.relaischateaux.com/us/destinations/routes-du-bonheur/tokyo-to-nara-imagination-land" target="_new">See the itinerary</a>

Itinerary - Tokyo to Nara: imagination land

Activities, excursions and other attractions during your stay at the Beniya Mukayu

Be it sacred Japanese onsen, retreats in the African wilderness, or medical spas, these 10 Relais & Châteaux members offer you much more than treatments: They are wellbeing sanctuaries for restoring body and soul.

10 wellbeing destinations to unplug and unwind

Five estates: five family stories. Respect for tradition balanced by a contemporary outlook. From within the Relais & Châteaux family, from all corners of the world, we present five hoteliers and restaurateurs eager to pass their passions on to the next generation.

New Generations

Sachiko Nakamichi

Hiroaki Kaku

Masayo Okada

Kosuke Nakamichi

Western Premier Garden View Room

Japanese Premier Tatami Garden View Room

Zen Style Junior Suite

Zen Style Executive Suite

Wakamurasaki Suite

Byakuroku Suite

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Horin / 方林 Restaurant

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