HOTEL SUMMARY
Where traditional Japanese aesthetics meet contemporary luxury in the pristine alpine wilderness of Tohoku, ANA InterContinental Appi Kogen Resort + Hachimantai emerges as Japan's first ultra-luxury resort in this untouched northeastern region. Set against the dramatic backdrop of Mount Hachimantai's snow-capped peaks and ancient beech forests, this all-Club InterContinental property redefines mountain luxury through its profound connection to nature and place.
Opened as part of InterContinental Hotels & Resorts' strategic expansion into Japan's most scenic regions, the resort represents over 75 years of pioneering luxury hospitality expertise. The property's design philosophy draws inspiration from local natural phenomena, including the mystical "Dragon Eye" formation at nearby Kagami pond, where melting snow creates an otherworldly spectacle each spring. A living 400-year-old Japanese beech tree anchors the Club Lounge, while darkened hallways symbolize forest journeys, creating an immersive narrative throughout the resort.
Just 38 meticulously crafted rooms and suites ensure exclusivity across seven distinct categories, each maximizing views of Appi Kogen's legendary ski slopes and pristine forests. The Presidential Suite spans over 300 square meters across two levels, featuring a dramatic 5-meter-high living room ceiling, private hinoki cypress bath, and exclusive viewing terrace accessible via private elevator. The spacious Appi Suite accommodates families with three queen beds, while every accommodation showcases traditional Washi paper bedheads representing pillowy clouds, and bathrooms incorporating natural rock and white wood for contemplative luxury.
Culinary excellence defines the resort's gastronomic offerings, led by Shiratsuyu Restaurant's farm-to-table Japanese-French fusion cuisine crafted from local Tohoku ingredients. The intimate MOCCO Bar, concealed on the top floor like a secret hideaway, specializes in premium Japanese whisky within a cozy, sophisticated setting. Traditional onsen experiences await on the uppermost level, where IWA rock baths and HINOKI cypress soaks face the treetops, while THE SPA by HARNN provides holistic wellness treatments. The rooftop terrace offers panoramic vistas across Appi and Hachimantai's dramatic landscapes.
Accessible within two hours from Tokyo via Shinkansen bullet train, this Hachimantai luxury hotel transforms seasonal beauty into year-round luxury—from winter's pristine snowscapes perfect for skiing Japan's largest northeastern resort, to summer's lush white birch forests ideal for alpine exploration. For discerning travelers seeking Japan's most exclusive mountain retreat, the Presidential Suite and Appi Suite offer unparalleled luxury, while advance booking ensures access to this intimate sanctuary where traditional Japanese hospitality meets InterContinental's legendary service standards.