Akiya in Sakae Village, Shimominochi, Nagano

Sakae is a village located in Nagano Prefecture, surrounded by rich natural landscapes including mountains and forests. It is near notable areas like Nozawa Onsen and the historic town of Iiyama. Local cuisine often features soba noodles and mountain vegetables. Sakae is also close to the ski resorts of Madarao and Myoko, making it a good base for winter sports enthusiasts.