The Nishiyama is the oldest hotel in the world which has offered hospitality for 1300 years among the enchanting valleys of the Yamanashi district, dominated by Mount Fuji
The Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan is the oldest hotel in the world. Emperors, samurai, dignitaries and common travelers have, over the centuries, found hospitality in the Yamanashi prefecture at the Nishiyama hotel. This hotel is nestled between the Hayakawa and Yukawa gorges and integrates with the mysticism of the region in which it stands. In fact it is located in one of the holiest regions of Japan, dominated by the majestic residence of the Goddess Amaterasu: the Fuijyama.
The inauguration of the Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan took place in 705 AD. and with his venerable age (1310 years), he receives the title of Guinness World Record as the oldest hotel in the world. As many as 52 generations have alternated since 705 AD, when Fujiwara Mahito founded the structure. To this day, the family of the founding head continues the hotel management between faith, vocation and legend. The traditional spirituality of the region, on the slopes of Fujiyama, has been effective for over 1000 years Nishiyama is a refuge for the soul which goes far beyond the traditional and wonderful Japanese hot spring resorts.
Surrender to free-flowing warm waters of Nishiyama is a fantastic moment of happiness. The warmth of the thermal waters has a different flavor from traditional spas. For the Shintoists precisely in thatatmosphere full of spirituality the soul regresses until it meets the spirit of the goddess Amaterasu, progenitor of the Japanese imperial dynasty. The Keiunkan has four outdoor baths and two indoor baths for a total of six areas. The oldest hotel in the world is equipped with four different sources of natural hot water. The abundance of sodium, calcium nitrate and chloride make spa sessions a panacea for well-being and relaxation.
The spaces are simple and elegant, compliant with Japanese architecture. Most of the rooms are equipped with large tatami mats enriched with Japanese decorations that recall ancient imperial splendor. The Suites are luxurious, however the decorations lead the way search for the self by blaming luxury. Large windows and cantilevered terraces overlook uncontaminated nature. In complete comfort, from all the rooms of the oldest hotel in the world you can admire the wonderful Hayakawa and Yukawa gorges which are considered the true pearls in the Mount Fuji area.
