KUROKOCHI STAY, a small accommodation in Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture, is scheduled to open on Tuesday, November 17, 2026. It is a renovation of the former Kurokochi Gastrointestinal Clinic (旧黒河内胃腸病医院), a building designated as a "Historic Landscape Designated Building" (歴史的景観指定建造物) in recognition of its historical importance.
The historic building, long familiar to the local community, has been restored as a compact eight-room accommodation with the support of 150 or more people through crowdfunding.
Rather than keeping the whole experience inside the accommodation, KUROKOCHI STAY aims to offer a stay that makes the most of the entire town of Aizu. Guests eat at local restaurants and sightsee while walking the historic streets, then rest their bodies at the end of the day on the Airweave high-performance bedding installed in every room.
The accommodation aims to be a base that connects travelers with Aizu's history, culture and food, and creates a new flow of people to the area.
A Western-Style Building Revived With Community Support as a Place Connecting Aizu and Travelers
With the idea of making a base where people visit Aizu and connections with the community are formed, the historic building has been converted into accommodation.
On the first floor is "1F HUB," a shared living room notable for its stained glass. It is a relaxed space for taking a break between walks around town or sharing memories of the trip.
The accommodation hopes guests will come into contact with local shops and culture through their stay and come away wanting to visit Aizu again.
Airweave Bedding in Every Room, for Solo Travelers and Pairs
There are three room types (single, standard twin and deluxe twin) across eight rooms in total.
Airweave high-performance bedding has been installed in every room to support a restful night in the compact space.
The accommodation suits solo travelers as well as trips to Aizu with friends or a partner. Bathrooms and toilets are shared facilities within the building.
Meals in the Town: A Room-Only Stay With Local Cuisine and Japanese Sake
The accommodation is about a 15-minute walk from Nanukamachi Station on the JR Tadami Line, and stands in front of a stop for the "Haikara-san" downtown loop bus. Guests can stroll Nanukamachi Street and visit Tsuruga Castle, then rest quietly at the accommodation in the evening. It is positioned as a base for a trip savoring Aizu's history, food and culture.
Going forward, a variety of experiences connected to the region's culture, nature and agriculture are also planned to be introduced in sequence.
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Facility Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | KUROKOCHI STAY (クロコウチ・ステイ) |
| Opening date | Tuesday, November 17, 2026 (scheduled) |
| Address | 1-20 Nakamachi, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture |
| Rooms | 8 in total (1 single, 6 standard twin, 1 deluxe twin) |
| Rates | From ¥5,500 for one guest, from ¥9,900 for two guests (tax included) |
| Facilities | Airweave bedding in all rooms / ReFa hair dryer (shared washroom area) / shared living room / shared bathroom and toilets |
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM / Check-out 10:00 AM |
| Access | About a 15-minute walk from Nanukamachi Station on the JR Tadami Line; in front of the "Haikara-san" downtown loop bus stop |
| Official website | https://kurokochistay.jp/ |
| https://www.instagram.com/kurokochistay_official/ |
Rates vary by date of stay, room type and number of guests.
