Hütte Heidi – A Warm Retreat in the Zao Highlands

Gather, create, and unwind in a lodge surrounded by nature

🌿 What is Hütte Heidi?

Tucked away in the Zao Kogen Bodaira Highlands, Hütte Heidi is a peaceful and flexible retreat, perfect for family getaways, creative residencies, and group workshops.
Accommodating up to 38 guests across two buildings, it offers both solitude and connection in every season.

View of a small yard between two houses, with trees in the background and clear blue sky overhead.

🍽 What Makes It Special

Breakfast plate with scrambled eggs, salad, roasted vegetables, and a strawberry on a decorative white plate, with small cups of condiments and soup nearby.

🏠 Main Building

Seasonal home-cooked meals blending Japanese, Western, and Chinese ideas
Child-friendly options and allergy-friendly menus available
Dining room, playroom for kids, and cozy guest rooms (3–5 people)
Wi‑Fi, USB outlets, and desks in all rooms

A wooden house surrounded by trees with a small porch and a sign that reads "MEDI KOGI ACADEMY". The sky above is clear and sunny.

🛏 Annex

Two 6-person rooms + one 5-person room
80m² creative studio: piano, ping pong table, mirrors, mats, whiteboard
Lounge and mini-kitchen for flexible group use

☕ Café Peter (spring–autumn only)

A seasonal café with snacks, crafts, and local products
Hands-on workshops: pizza baking, candle making, aroma distillation

A fire burning in a backyard fire pit with wooden logs, a wine bottle, and a beer bottle visible in the background.

🔥 Fireside Nights & Local Wine

In the evening, gather around the fire with a glass of local wine.
The flicker of flames under the Zao stars adds quiet magic to your stay.

👣 Perfect For

🎨 Creative workshops, retreats, or academic camps
👨‍👩‍👧 Families who want to unwind in nature with home-style meals
🧘‍♀️ Individuals looking for quiet work or wellness time
🍷 Travelers seeking meaningful connection by the fire

Guest Information

Hütte Heidi
Nagano, Zao Bodaira Highlands, Kaminoyama City, Yamagata 999-3114, Japan
📞 Tel: +81-23-679-2042 / +81-50-3537-4248
Check-in: 15:00 / Check-out: 10:00
9:00–17:00 (seasonal)
Free Wi-Fi / USB outlets / creative studio / playroom / rental gear available upon request