A World-Class Auberge That Will Change Your Perception of Cuisine
“Gently unraveling the concept of ‘seasonality,’
we create new flavors woven from the wisdom, culture, and ingredients rooted in this land.
Savor each dish to the fullest—an experience that can be found only in this moment, in this place.
Auberge ‘Né’ opened in October 2025 in Shibata City, Niigata Prefecture, as an exclusive one-group-per-day stay-and-dine experience. The name ‘Né’ carries dual meanings: ‘根 (root)’ in Japanese and ‘born’ in French, reflecting the concept of creating new value by making abundant use of Niigata’s local blessings.
While the accommodation fee of ¥90,000 per person positions it as a luxury offering, the unique philosophy permeating the cuisine, architecture, and space makes it an experience well worth the price. Designed by architect Kenta Fukunishi, the building incorporates “returning to the earth” elements throughout, such as using logs for the foundation to minimize excavation and constructing the space with earthen walls and Shibata cedar wood.
A shuttle service is available from Niigata Station, offering a roughly 40-minute ride where you can learn about Niigata while heading to the inn. For those seeking a special moment with someone dear… this truly is a unique inn, perfect for you.
Chef Masaru Fuse
“Rooted in the land, creating dishes unique to this place.” Guided by this philosophy of terroir, he crafts each meal with care.
Chef Masaru Fuse
“Rooted in the land, creating dishes unique to this place.” Guided by this philosophy of terroir, he crafts each meal with care.
Exclusive Experience for One Group Only
“Go there, be present, and experience with all your senses.” It is in that very moment that a truly moving experience is born.
Rare Local Artisans
Tableware from Aojin Kiln, made using Niigata clay and wood ash.
Rice Fields of Shibata
Conveying the unique beauty of this land through both cuisine and architecture.
Dinner
The charm of Auberge “Né” lies above all in its cuisine. There is no menu here. A 13-course seasonal menu featuring 100% Niigata ingredients is served, but “every dish is the main course.” Chef Makoto Fuse composes the menu on the spot based on the day’s freshest ingredients. With a strict limit of six guests per day, including restaurant diners, you can enjoy an incredibly luxurious dining experience, conversing directly with the chef while savoring the dishes.
Meals
Pairings
The restaurant serves creative dishes that blend traditional techniques with innovative ideas, each thoughtfully paired with carefully selected drinks to enhance the flavors of every course.
Meals
Dishes Inspired by Traditional Preservation Techniques
Using traditional preservation methods born in snowy regions—such as fermentation, pickling, salting, and smoking—the chef creates dishes that allow the umami of seasonal ingredients to shine year-round. Some plates showcase a refined selection of ingredients representing all four seasons, a signature style unique to Né.
Meals
Using Only Ingredients from Niigata
Almost no food is wasted here. Normally discarded items—fruit peels, bee larvae, vegetable trimmings—are transformed into creative dishes and drinks. This approach not only produces delicious meals but also reflects the chef’s deep commitment to supporting local producers and preserving the culture of snowy regions, passing on abundance to future generations.
Meals
Breakfast
Breakfast features salmon marinated in rice malt, pickled vegetables, umeboshi, and miso soup, served with locally grown Kawahigashi rice. The rice, cooked with the region’s pure water, is so delicious that guests often help themselves to multiple servings. Committed to local ingredients, the restaurant even serves Murakami-grown tea instead of coffee. These thoughtful touches make the stay truly special.
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Room
The guest rooms include a bedroom with a king-size bed, a living room with a large window, a room with natural igusa tatami mats, a dining area with a minibar, a bathroom with a ceramic bathtub, and a hidden room perfect for reading or meditation. All spaces are gently connected, allowing you to spend your time however you like.
Room
Simple Guest Rooms
The guest rooms are simple yet filled with local materials. The walls and ceilings use fermented earth from the property and Shibata cedar wood, while the Japanese-style tatami area features mats made in Agano City.
Room
Bedroom
The bedroom features a king-size bed and Kameda-stripe pajamas, ensuring a luxurious and restful sleep.
Room
All-Inclusive
The mini-bar offers complimentary drinks and snacks, including water, sparkling water, ice, sake, fruit juice, milk, venison jerky, and dried fruits.
Bath
Ceramic Bathtub
The bathroom is equipped with a luxurious ceramic jar-shaped bathtub, allowing guests to thoroughly warm up even during Niigata’s cold winters.
Bath
Original Bath Salts
Amenities include UKA IZU shampoo and conditioner, MIYO ORGANIC toiletries, and bath salts handmade by Chef Fuse, providing a sense of luxury in every detail.
Room
Sunken Cellar
A hidden space called the “Anagura” is available for reading or meditation, offering guests a quiet moment entirely to themselves.
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Sauna
The same premises also house the barrel sauna facility “sui,” which opened in November 2024. Guests can experience “totonoa” (relaxation) in a wood-fired sauna that reaches temperatures up to 110°C and a well-water bath at 15°C. Guests can also enjoy forest bathing surrounded by Niigata’s forests on the outdoor deck, which is available free of charge between 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM. The accommodation fee includes not only the sauna fee, but also swimsuits, towels, and ponchos.
Plan List
This service uses a reservation request system. After we check room availability with the accommodation, we will propose the most suitable room and plan for you.Once availability is confirmed, we will send you our proposal via LINE, and your reservation will be finalized upon completion of payment.
Exclusive Stay Plan – Dinner & Breakfast Included（Né）
The minimum rate applies for 2 guests. This luxurious private plan allows you to enjoy meals and the restaurant entirely on your own, with no other guests present, for a completely exclusive experience.
Check-in 15:00〜17:00 / Check-out 11:00
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Total249,480/人 JPY ~
Access
180 Ishiki, Shibata City, Niigata 957-0081, Japan
By Rental Car from Airports
Narita Airport: approx. 3 hr 40 min
Niigata Airport: approx. 2 hr 20 min
From Tokyo to Matsunoyama Onsen Tokyo → JR Joetsu Shinkansen to Echigo-Yuzawa Station → about 15 min by car from Matsudai Station
Free Shuttle Service Approx. 15 min by shuttle from Matsudai Station (advance reservation required)
Pick-up: from Matsudai Station at 14:20 / 16:20
Drop-off: from Chitose entrance at 9:10 / 10:00
Basic Information
Ryokan Name
Né
Address
180 Ishiki, Shibata City, Niigata 957-0081, Japan
Baths
Facilities & Features
×Hot Spring
×Free-flowing hot spring
×Open-air bath
×Large public bath
×Private bath
○Refrigerator
○Air Purifier
○Audio Equipment
○Balcony
×Less than a 10-minute walk to a convenience store
○Free parking available
○Free shuttle service available
×Barrier-free
○Western-style rooms available
○Rooms with private toilets available
×Pets
Common Amenities
○Hair Dryer
○Shampoo & conditioner
○Body soap
○Toothbrush & Toothpaste
○Towels & bath towels
○Room wear
○Hair comb
○Facial toner
○Face wash
○Moisturizer
○Razor
○cotton swab
×Washing machine
×Clothes dryer
Frequently Asked Questions
What time are dinner and breakfast served?—
Dinner is served at 6:00 PM and breakfast at 8:00 AM. Staff will guide you to the dining area when it’s time.
Are there drink pairings with dinner?—
Yes. We offer pairings primarily featuring Niigata sake. Non-alcoholic pairings are also available—please let us know your preference when making a reservation.
Can we stay with children?—
Our ryokan is designed to provide an adult-focused experience, and we generally do not accommodate small children, especially infants. However, we may consider children who can quietly enjoy the same meals as adults—please inquire in advance.
What are the check-in and check-out times?—
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Dinner begins at 6:00 PM, so please arrive no later than 5:30 PM.
