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Life is Beautiful

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A snow-covered landscape with a house surrounded by trees. - Life is Beautiful (Hachimantai)
A kitchen counter with coffee-making equipment, a microwave, and a framed artwork above the counter. - Life is Beautiful (Hachimantai)
A window with a view of autumn foliage and a sports field. - Life is Beautiful (Hachimantai)
A wooden table and chairs by a window with a view of a lawn and a sign that reads "Life is Beautiful". - Life is Beautiful (Hachimantai)
A covered outdoor seating area with a table set for two, surrounded by wicker chairs. - Life is Beautiful (Hachimantai)
Located close to Appi Kogen Ski Resort, Life is Beautiful provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this bed & breakfast offering a free ski shuttle, ski lift privileges, and ski privileges. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, Happy Life Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

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Room options

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A room with two beds, each with a floral bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, a TV on a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Standard Quadruple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, a TV on a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Hachimantai, Life is Beautiful is next to a golf course and on the riverwalk. Appi Kogen Ski Resort and Shimokura Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matsuo Hachimantai Visitor Center and Kamibo Makino Cherry Tree. Fudo Waterfall and Iwate Prefectural Forest Learning Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing. Visit our Hachimantai travel guide
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Map
Appikogen 605-126, Hachimantai, Iwate, 028-7306

What's nearby

  • A skier on a snowy mountain slope with a clear sky and a snow-covered peak in the background.
    Appi Kogen Ski Resort
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A river with cherry blossoms, a wooden bridge, and mountains in the background.
    Morioka Castle
    47 min drive - 32.0 miles
  • Matsuo Hachimantai Visitor Center
    14 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Shimokura Ski Area
    19 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Toshichi Onsen
    40 min drive - 24.3 miles

Getting around

  • Akasakata Station
    3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ふうせつ花
    10 min drive
  • らんぷ
    17 min drive
  • テラスレストラン ARLBERG
    15 min walk
  • 李朝苑
    17 min walk
  • あっぴ亭
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 km
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,100 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Happy Life Cafe
  • Time to Air

Things to do

  • 15 outdoor tennis courts
  • 36-hole adjacent golf course
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately JPY 1100 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Hot tub fee: JPY 500 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Life is Beautiful pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Life is Beautiful?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Life is Beautiful?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Life is Beautiful located?

Located near the slopes, this Hachimantai bed & breakfast is in the mountains, within 9 mi (15 km) of Appi Kogen Ski Resort and Matsuo Hachimantai Visitor Center, and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and skiing lessons. Kamibo Makino Cherry Tree and Fudo Waterfall are also within 12 mi (20 km). Akasakata Station is only a 3-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Life is Beautiful Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness
Had an amazing stay. Beautiful hotel with delicious meals. Very friendly staff with good vibes.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little inn, run by really nice people. Dinners were fantastic—different every night. The staff were really nice and even gave us a ride to the train station early the morning we left. The inn is across the street from the resort shuttle, so it’s easy to get to and from Appi Resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. The room was spotless and very comfortable, and quiet. Our hosts were absolutely fabulous - so friendly and warm. The meals were delicious. We ate in every breakfast and dinner. The cooking was exceptional. Location was great - just a two minute drive up to the ski hill
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaromes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and host were very helpful and warm.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tom and his family took well care of us during our stay at his place. Excellent, keep it up.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kok Ngai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sato san and Nora san were the perfect hosts for our 4-night stay. Food was very good and the pension was warm and cozy. Our room was spacious enough and had a wonderful view of sunrise and even part of Mt Iwaki. Our room package came with daily breakfast and dinner. We felt we were staying with good friends and every dinner was pleasantly spent with Sato san, Nora san and fellow guests. Bon-chan was a delightful addition to the experience too. Sato san and Kazu san took turns to send or pick us to and from the APPI Plaza, which was only about 3 minutes' drive away. Sato san has a cool style, and is a creative person who cooks very well too. His pension has touches of his art and his philosophy of life is beautful. I highly recommend this pension to anyone who wants to ski at APPI Kogen. We rented his ski gear which were of good quality but at a fraction of the price at the APPI Plaza rental place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, prompt pickup and delivery service to/from the slopes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was excellent room was satisfactory, parking was super convenient and access to the ski area is quick with a car. I wish there was more space to hang clothing and brighter lighting in the rooms as well as common areas.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Life Is Beeeautiful

We had a very relaxed weekend at Life Is Beautiful. It was an excellent change of pace from camping/hiking, was definitely needed. We just so happened to find the perfect place for it. The room was two twins with its own bathroom and refrigerator. It was very clean and the beds were comfortable. We opted for the Breakfast and Dinner which we do not regret as the meals were delicious. The owners and staff were all extremely friendly and understanding especially with our skoshi Japanese speaking abilities. We would definitely recommend and would indeed stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Lai Ping Stella

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Too small room to stay!

Our purpose for this trip was for ski and we stayed 8 days at Life is beautiful. The room is very small with a small toilet and very small sink where we can only sit on the edge of tub to brush teeth & wash face and our body was all wet! The owner of this hostel provided 8 sets of towel & teeth brush in the room at one time. Everyday we are having the same breakfast without any changed. I will not recommend you to stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience here! I chose to stay here because it was close to Appi and was priced better than any of the surrounding hotels and came with dinner and breakfast. I highly recommend paying the little extra for the meals. They were fantastic. Just what I needed after a long day. The rooms are quite cozy and the beds are very also comfortable. I plan on staying here next time I go to Appi Kogen.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daisuke

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHUAN YI

Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018