
[Experiential Stay] A Nature Retreat in Odawara with Contemporary Art at Enoura Observatory
Overview
Set against the scenic coastline of Enoura in Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, enjoy a stay at Rimon Retreat and immerse yourself in art and nature while restoring balance to mind and body. Visit Enoura Observatory, designed by contemporary artist Hiroshi Sugimoto, and spend quality time where art and nature meld seamlessly. Escape the hectic pace of modern life and revive yourself in serene tranquility overlooking Sagami Bay.
Key Features
- Exclusive to Wabunka, this plan includes admission to the Enoura Observatory, a renowned contemporary art space that typically requires advance reservations
- Just 1.5 hours from Tokyo Station by train and located near Hakone and Odawara, this tranquil retreat offers an effortless escape from the crowds, allowing guests to immerse themselves in art, nature, and a slower pace of life
- Enjoy a restorative stay centered around therapeutic hot springs and thoughtfully prepared cuisine, creating a perfect balance of relaxation and cultural discovery
Facility & Services
restaurantDining | Breakfast, Dinner |
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Cards_StarExperiences | Visit Enoura Observatory |
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Local_TaxiTransportation | Free round-trip shuttle from Nebukawa Station to the accommodation |
Interpreter_ModeGuide | English language support is provided during the experience only. |
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Mt.Fuji/Hakone & Around
1 night
from $592 /person
Private: 1 - 3
English-speaking host
Cancel free up to 16 days prior
Details
About the Region
Picturesque Coastline and Citrus Fields - A World Apart
Kanagawa Prefecture’s Odawara City has long flourished as a prominent post town of the Tokaido route – one of the historic routes linking Edo (modern-day Tokyo) in the east with Kyoto in the west. It has also long been loved by political, business, and cultural elites as a site for their country villas. Today accessible from Tokyo in just 30 minutes by Shinkansen, Odawara is blessed with rich mountains, clear rivers, and majestic seaside. It is also dotted with cultural heritage sites like Odawara Castle, and a sense of history permeates the city, making it a popular tourist destination for visitors both domestic and international.
In addition to the seafood bounties of Sagami Bay, Odawara’s warm climate yields a variety of agricultural produce such as plums and mandarin oranges. The western Enoura area offers a scenic otherworldly atmosphere, attested to by the fact that famous samurai lord Hideyoshi Toyotomi commissioned Sen no Rikyu (the father of Japanese tea ceremony) to establish a tea room there. German architect Bruno Julius Florian Taut later described the area as “the riviera of the East.” Nearby Nebukawa Station on the Tokaido Line offers such panoramic views of cerulean sea and sky that it is ranked as one of the 100 most beautiful stations of the Kanto region.
A Stay with a Sense of Place
A Deep Healing Wellness Resort — An Exclusive Sanctuary in Harmony with Nature
Disembarking at Nebukawa Station and climbing a small hill brings you to Enoura Retreat Hotel Rimon, nestled in vast fields of citrus. Rimon is a wellness retreat based on the concept of “return to one’s true self,” nourishing and healing its guests mind and body. It aims to allow guests to settle their restless thoughts and release their physical tension, meeting themselves anew in the morning as if reborn, offering this deep healing through meticulously curated meals, hot springs, and sleep.

Rimon’s approach to management also emphasizes coexistence with nature, never forgetting that even the building itself will eventually return to nature. Natural wood is incorporated not only into the structure but into such details as the dining tables, amenities trays, and pencils. It emphasizes sustainability and harmony with nature through the use of diatomaceous earth walls with their excellent moisture absorption, windless panel shades that adjust to the room’s ambient temperature through the flow of cold and hot water, and environmentally-friendly non-toxic cleaning agents.

Step into the facility to find yourself in a world apart from the hustle and bustle of the daily grind, connected to the depth of an endless blue ocean. Begin with a welcome drink of herbal tea and fresh pesticide-free citrus fruits. The fields outside bring forth 25 different types of fruit, including mandarin oranges and lemons, ensuring the freshest citrus of each season of your visit – a joy unique to Rimon.

Hot Spring Therapy to Nourish and Heal from Within
Be sure to try the LeFuro Toji Mineral Mist Bath, one of Rimon’s many unique features. This special hot spring treatment involves lying on therapeutic mineral stones in a room filled with mist produced by patented “Air Supplement” technology for healthy sweating, blood circulation, and detoxification.

Pre-Selected Rooms
Corner Quad

In this Wabunka plan, you will stay in a corner quad with a tranquil calming expanse in the back. Since the hotel is designed for maximum quality time with yourself amidst the chirping of birds, wind, and other sounds of nature, no rooms are equipped with TVs or tablets. Let your mind unwind as you gaze over the tranquil sea.

Smooth and soft indoor wear made from 100% organic cotton, including socks made from virgin cotton, are provided during the stay. These socks – which can be taken home after your stay – are popular for their soft thread and comfortable non-constrictive fit, and many guests purchase additional pairs at the hotel’s gift shop. The beds are custom made, with twice the thickness of the usual “&Free” model beds from longstanding popular bedding manufacturer Nishikawa. Maximum quality sleep is a high priority at Rimon.
Other Rooms
Superior Twin

Rimon’s modern guest rooms are designed for comfort and ease of movement between private spaces such as the bedroom and bathroom, complemented by a spacious living area. During your stay, you may also access the large communal bath, small communal bath, and Rufuro located on different floors.
View suite

This room features high, curved ceilings and expansive windows. From the open private terrace, you can take in the ever-changing horizon of Sagami Bay at a relaxed pace.
*Please note that room assignments may be subject to change based on availability. If a change is necessary, the rate may vary, and we will notify you of the details beforehand.
Moments at the Table
A Meal to Be Enjoyed with All Five Senses
Enjoy innovative Japanese cuisine served in a dining space with sweeping views, prepared by a chef skilled in using every part of the ingredients. Each dish, made with an abundance of seasonal, locally sourced organic ingredients, is filled with aromas and flavors that will satisfy all your senses.


Breakfast
Breakfast nourishes the body with a healthy lineup of seasonal blessings, a popular draw for Rimon guests. Start your day by gently reawakening your body from your therapeutic rest, recharging yourself for a new journey.

Dinner
In a dining room overlooking the bay, enjoy creative course meals of Japanese cuisine incorporating concepts from Ayurveda. Each dish highlights seasonal, locally sourced organic produce from Odawara farmers, with aromas and flavours that awaken the senses. A dining experience designed to nourish and restore from within.
Deepen Your Connection to the Region
Face Yourself in Odawara Art Foundation Enoura Observatory
The plan also includes an opportunity to visit Enoura’s art power spot, Enoura Observatory. Advance reservations are required for this popular facility. However, with this exclusive accommodation package, all ticket arrangements will be handled for you. Those wishing to visit before check-in at Rimon may arrange for a Rimon staff member to pick them up by car.

Enoura Observatory is an art space designed by contemporary artist Hiroshi Sugimoto over a period of more than 20 years on a former mandarin orange orchard. Its iconic features include the Winter Solstice Light-Worship Tunnel, and the Summer Solstice Light-Worship 100-Meter Gallery, through which sunlight shines directly on the mornings of the Winter and Summer Solstices, respectively. The observatory also includes stages of stone and optical glass, a teahouse, a garden, a gate, etc. Architectural art, some of which incorporate archaeological relics and other old materials, can be found on the site.

The facility was named an “observatory” in keeping with the concept of “checking your own place in the universe,” and it has served as a power spot where visitors can deeply experience and ponder their own existences. Gaze quietly out at the sea and lose yourself in thought, accompanied only by the sounds of trees, birds, and the wind. Experience the moving luxury of surrendering to existence on a grand scale and accepting yourself in stillness.

Return to Nature and be Reborn
The tranquility of Enoura Retreat Rimon is a liberation from the daily grind, and a precious chance for quality time with yourself. Soothe yourself body and mind in luxury with the LeFuro hot spring treatment, and nourish yourself with delicious local seasonal fare. Connect with time and space on a cosmic scale at the Enoura Observatory, plumbing feelings that put you into deeper touch with your own existence.

The name “Rimon” is made of kanji characters meaning “dignity” and “gate,” calling upon an image of passing through life with a dignified bearing. It is also an allusion to rebirth. This is a trip that goes beyond mere sightseeing, with a special retreat experience in dialogue with yourself, nature, and art. Slough off your old skin and breathe in fresh air that lets you return to your life anew.
Enoura Retreat Rimon

Enoura Retreat Rimon
Nestled in the lush nature of Enoura in Odawara, Enoura Retreat Rinmon is a wellness retreat for adults centred on harmony between mind and body. Overlooking Sagami Bay, it offers therapeutic hot spring experiences and cuisine designed to support wellbeing. Step away from the pace of the city, quiet the senses, and reconnect with yourself in this restorative stay.
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Enoura Retreat Rimon
Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture
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Guests with tattoos may use the public bath if their tattoos are covered. Guests are required to bring their own covering items.
Adjacent room can be arranged subject to availability
Yes, seating is available in our semi-private or main dining areas.
*Please note that we may not be able to accommodate your request depending on the group size and availability.
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