What is the secret of the oldest hotel on the planet, which has been operating for over 1300 years

Starting your own business may not be difficult if you have the resources, but making it work and generate income for many years is much more challenging, and not everyone succeeds in this. Perhaps the leader in this regard can be called the son of a Japanese emperor's assistant — Fujiwara Mahito, who lived over a thousand years ago. This is because in 705, he managed to establish the "immortal" Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan hotel, which is still operating to this day!

The hotel has even entered the Book of Records, as there is no older hotel on the entire planet. Just imagine, its age exceeds 1300 years!

Undoubtedly, the initial success of the Fujiwara hotel was due to the emperor's patronage. Thanks to such serious connections, its guests often became very influential and important individuals. However, after his death, Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan passed to his son, and then went through the hands of another 52 generations of the Mahito family. None of them even attempted to sell the family business to outsiders. Thus, the hotel has stood at the foot of the Akaishi Mountains on the island of Honshu for 13 centuries, only periodically changing its appearance.

Curious to know the secret of this place? It lies in the uniqueness of the hotel's location. It is situated in close proximity to healing thermal springs, and the Japanese have valued such spa procedures since ancient times. Additionally, Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan is located on the way to the famous and revered Mount Fuji, so stopping on the way to this sacred place and indulging in the hot waters, warmed by the center of the earth, is an opportunity one cannot refuse. The tranquility, comfort, peace, and picturesque views that await guests are beyond words.

When visiting such a remote and beautiful place, be prepared for considerable expenses. Currently, the hotel has around 40 rooms and several healing thermal baths, where you can simultaneously enjoy the beauty of the local nature. It is especially recommended to visit here after seeing Mount Fuji, as Japanese rulers used to do. Do not be put off by its modern appearance; this place cherishes ancient traditions and charm very carefully.