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title: Oyu Street Lodge in Nozawa Onsen
date: 2025-12-15T13:12:00+09:00
author: Chris Pickering
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A truly rare opportunity in the very heart of Nozawa Onsen Village.

This former lodge occupies an exceptional position on Oyu Street, the village’s main tourist thoroughfare, directly above the central bus terminal—one of the most convenient and visible locations in Nozawa. Properties in this position are extraordinarily scarce and seldom come to market.

Just seconds from the front door is Jyuodo-yu, one of Nozawa’s iconic public bathhouses, placing the village’s famous sotoyu culture quite literally on your doorstep—along with the nearby hot spring egg stalls and constant flow of visitors throughout the year. The location offers immediate access to transport, amenities, dining, and the authentic daily life of the village.

The property itself is a former accommodation facility that has not operated recently and now presents a compelling full-renovation opportunity. Set back slightly from the street, the site includes a charming garden with cherry blossoms and mature deciduous trees, offering seasonal colour and a sense of calm rarely found in such a central setting.

For buyers seeking a landmark redevelopment project—whether a boutique lodge, mixed-use hospitality concept, or private residence—this is a once-in-a-generation chance to secure a foothold in one of Japan’s most tightly held alpine resort villages.