Sustainability

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At Goryukan, we believe sustainability belongs in everyday life. Whether you’re staying as a guest or working here as part of our team, the idea is simple: just by being here and going about your day, you’re already part of something good. We’re working to make that possible. While many of our current efforts are still small in scale, we’re now focusing on better understanding where we stand—using data to help shape what comes next.

HIGHLIGHTS

ENERGY USE: Some of our lighting has been switched to LEDs, and we’ve installed water-saving showerheads in selected guest rooms. Timers help us manage air conditioning and lighting efficiently.

Our company fleet includes one electric vehicle, and EV charging is available on-site.
MATERIAL CHOICES: Some of our amenities and cleaning products are vegan-friendly or made with lower environmental impact in mind.
REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE: We provide the amenities guests need through a station-style system and use refillable bottles for bath products.

For multi-night stays, room cleaning is scheduled every two days to reduce resource use and encourage reuse of linens and amenities.

Used face towels are washed and reused in cleaning and restaurant operations, or donated to local care facilities and hospitals.

Recycling bins are available in shared spaces. Guest rooms have a single waste bin, so our staff sort the waste after collection as thoroughly as possible.

Staff uniforms are sourced from UNIQLO and returned through their recycling program.
FOOD WITH CARE: We prioritize local, organic, and game meats in our food sourcing.

Meals are served buffet-style, which supports efficient operation by our small team and helps reduce food waste.

Inedible parts are used to make stock for our house soups, and surplus ingredients are reused in daily dishes and staff meals, minimizing waste through thoughtful circulation.

These systems were developed under the guidance of Chef Kuniaki Arima (Passo a Passo, Tokyo). He continues to support our kitchen and restaurant teams through a mix of on-site and remote training.
SUPPORTING LOCAL: Our operations rely on the support of many local partners, from food suppliers to maintenance and services.

We also take part in local events and environmental efforts, including the Happo district festivals, community cleanups, and nature conservation activities.
HOW WE WORK: To stay sustainable ourselves, we adapt our staffing and operations to match the natural rhythms of Hakuba’s busy and quiet seasons. See Join Our Team for more.