Boasting hot-spring baths, a French restaurant and nature tours, the Eco-Institute is just a 10-minute drive from Shirakawa-Go traditional village, a UNESCO world heritage site It offers spacious rooms with high ceilings and forest views All rooms at TOYOTA Shirakawa-Go Eco-Institute are air-conditioned, with an LCD TV, free wired internet and an en suite toilet Some rooms have a private bathroom, and some rooms have Japanese-style futon bedding and a tatami -woven-straw- floor The property is completely non-smoking Gassho-zukuri Shuraku traditional houses are a 10-minute drive away Shirayumi Ski Resort is a 20-minute drive away, and Shirakawa-go Onsen Hot Spring is a 15-minute drive Free pick-up is available from Shirakawa-go Bus Stop, a 10-minute drive away Both indoor and open-air hot-spring baths are on site, and guests can relax on the terrace or at the games room A playground for children is provided The institute showcases various environmentally-friendly initiatives A set breakfast is served at the dining area Dinner featuring locally grown ingredients can be enjoyed at La Riviere Blanc for an additional fee, but a reservation must be made at least 3 days in advance Please note that the area does not have other dining options