SUIDEN TERRASSE YAMAGATA
A Resort that Floats Above the Fields
Located in Tsuruoka, Yamagata, SUIDEN TERRASSE is a one-of-a-kind wooden resort designed by world-renowned architect Shigeru Ban.The hotel appears to float atop vast rice paddies, blending seamlessly with the seasonal scenery—lush green in summer, golden in autumn, and snow-covered in winter. Its signature design combines innovative structure with nostalgic warmth, offering a tranquil retreat from the everyday. Every detail—from its folded metal roofs to paper tube furnishings—resonates with harmony between architecture and nature, creating a serene sanctuary immersed in the spirit of the land.
A Sacred Moment Embraced by Light and Water
Surrounded by the vast Shonai plains and the sacred Dewa Mountains, your ceremony unfolds in a breathtaking natural setting. With gentle sunlight streaming through wooden beams and the soft reflection of water at your feet, this space creates a sacred and poetic atmosphere. Whether Christian or civil style, your vows are exchanged in a setting that feels at once personal, spiritual, and deeply rooted in the landscape. A wedding here is not just a ritual—it is a moment of connection with nature and with each other.
Wedding Reception
Celebrate your wedding with a reception overlooking the rice fields and surrounding mountains through expansive windows. The venue offers flexibility for both formal seated courses and casual, intimate gatherings.
Each dish is carefully curated by in-house chefs using fresh, local Shonai ingredients, celebrating the richness of the region’s harvests. As a heartfelt touch, the final course features a simple yet memorable “Iso-nori Rice Ball”, symbolizing a meaningful conclusion—your “musubi,” or union.
It’s more than a meal; it’s a sensory journey grounded in time, place, and gratitude.
Cinematic Memories in Everyday Moments
The magic of SUIDEN TERRASSE lies in its rhythm of stillness and beauty.
Staying before and after the wedding allows couples to enjoy a “destination wedding stay,” capturing candid moments of intimacy and wonder—sunsets mirrored in the rice fields, misty morning strolls, or a quiet letter written in the library.These are not staged photos, but genuine scenes from a shared journey, turning each frame into an unforgettable story.
Spa & Designer Sauna
Unwind in the natural hot spring or indulge in the Finnish-style designer sauna crafted by Shigeru Ban.Here, self-löyly rituals, open-air bathing, and serene water reflections create an otherworldly experience—like a “Uyuni salt flat” moment in Japan.It’s the perfect way to relax before or after your wedding day.
Library Lounge
Curated by acclaimed book director Yoshitaka Haba, over 2,000 books are available across the guest areas—inviting quiet reflection, meaningful conversations, or a leisurely moment with a coffee in hand.
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SUIDEN TERRASSE YAMAGATA
Address
23-1 Torinosu, Shimo-Kitaita, Tsuruoka-shi, Yamagata 997-0053
