[Nozawa Onsen Hotel mont] Spring Field Retreat Plan (May 23-24, 2-Day Stay)

Hotel mont, a boutique hotel in Nozawa Onsen Village, Nagano Prefecture, operated by Nozawa Onsen Kikaku Co., Ltd., will host a special stay-over program 'Spring Field Retreat Plan' for two days only, from May 23 (Sat) to 24 (Sun), 2026. This plan offers a special time to touch the 'beginnings of food' through planting sweet potato seedlings and seasonal vegetables, experiencing local spring water, and enjoying wood-fired cuisine while experiencing life in harmony with nature.

### Main Spring Experience: Sweet Potato Planting and Connecting with Seasonal Fields
The heart of this plan is the planting of sweet potato seedlings, which leads to the autumn harvest. Participants will also plant seasonal vegetables to feel the cycle of the field itself. The experience consists of two processes: 'Soil Preparation' (nurturing the future field) and 'Seedling Planting' (touching the current field). This is not just a simple farming experience; by being involved in the 'growing process,' guests can feel the background of food and the changing of seasons. After the experience, guests will fetch spring water from Nozawa Onsen, boil it over a wood fire, and enjoy a rice ball lunch in the field.

### mont's Spring Dinner: Fusion of Wood Fire and French Cuisine
For dinner, mont will provide a spring course dinner based on its signature wood-fire cooking. Dishes incorporating ingredients connected to the field experience elevate the meal into a food experience where guests can savor the background as well as the taste. Enjoy an 8-course dinner that expresses the spring of Nozawa Onsen with the aroma of wood fire.

### Day 2: Time to Reset in Nature
Day 2 starts with morning yoga in the natural surroundings of Yuzawa Shrine. Guests will spend time away from digital devices, adjusting their breathing in nature. Afterward, time is provided to relax with hot springs and breakfast before returning to daily life.

### A Program that 'Continues'
The sweet potatoes and vegetables planted in this plan will reach harvest time in autumn. Participants will receive a 'Field Growth Report' once a month during the summer, allowing them to feel the changes in the seasons even from a distance. Furthermore, a harvest event is planned for the autumn, allowing guests to enjoy the story as a continuation of the spring experience.

### Program Overview
**Day 1:** Field Retreat (Soil Preparation/Sweet Potato Planting), Spring Water Fetching/Rice Ball Lunch, Hot Spring, Wood Splitting Experience, Spring Wood-Fired Dinner Course.
**Day 2:** Morning Yoga, Japanese Breakfast.

### About the Guide: Kenji Kono
Kenji Kono, born in Nozawa Onsen, was a world-class ski cross athlete for 12 seasons, achieving a career-high 4th place in the World Cup. After retiring, he returned to Nozawa Onsen to focus on backcountry and outdoor activities. He has served as the Chairman of the Nozawa Onsen Tourism Association and is currently the CEO of Nozawa Onsen Kikaku Co., Ltd., working to connect regional culture and lifestyle to the future. He will share the value of village life and the unique local land during the retreat.

**Recommended for:** Those who want to reset from a busy daily life, those interested in the background of food and living, couples seeking storytelling experiences, families interested in nature education, and those interested in wellness and retreats.

**Details:**
Dates: May 23 (Sat) – 24 (Sun), 2026 (1 night, 2 days)
Price: Accommodation fee + 25,000 yen (Includes experience, meals, and yoga)
Includes: Accommodation, meals (Day 1 lunch/dinner, Day 2 breakfast), various experience fees.
Items to bring: Clothes/shoes that can get dirty, yoga wear, hat, water bottle.