What is a Ryokan? Ryokans are the best way to experience Japanese culture and enjoy the true comforts of Japanese hospitality and service.
Hot springs have a very long history in Japan, and they are an intimate part of Japanese culture. There are over 3,000 "onsen" ,or hot springs, in Japan. Many can be found at the ryokans available on Japanese Guest Houses.
Welcome to Shimosagaya. Located in the mountain village of Tsumago, this Minshuku (Family Run Inn) provides relaxation and comfort amid the beautiful surroundings of the Kiso Valley. Guests are served home-style cuisine, fresh seasonal vegetables and river fish in Shimosagaya's dining area. There are only 4 guest's rooms at Shimosagaya.
Good to know: At Shimosagaya, the TV is coins activated (100 yen per hour). The building next to the house where you will stay was built about 35...
Welcome to Matsushiroya. This is a very cozy Minshuku and it first opened for business in 1804. With 8 Japanese-style rooms, Matsushiroya can accommodate up to 25 guests. All washroom and bathing facilities are shared among the guests. Traditional Japanese cuisine such as carp sashimi, grilled river fish, Japanese koya-dofu, (freeze-dried tofu), and Japanese tora soba (soba noodles with yam topping) are served. Attention: Matsushiroya is closed for business on Wednesdays.
Welcome to Hanaya Ryokan. Built during the Edo Period (1603 - 1867), this Minshuku has been in business ever since. However, a new addition was built recently. Hanaya Ryokan's rooms are all Japanese-style, and the bath is made of Japanese "hinoki" (cypress). The bath is located in the ryokan's newer section and is open 24 hours a day. Seasonal, homemade cuisine is served throughout the year.
Important warning: Please note that this ryokan is not exactly in the center of the ...
Welcome to Yudanaka Onsen Seifuso. This Traditional Ryokan was built in 1890. You can find very eccentric sculptures throughout the ryokan. Guests can relax in different styles of hot spring baths. Yudananaka Onsen Seifuso serves fresh, seasonal Japanese cuisine to their guests. In the winter please check in to Yudanaka Onsen Seifuso early as there is a lot of snow on the road leading up to the ryokan. It is better you check-in early at the Ryokan especially in the winter because the way ...
Welcome to Korakukan Jigokudani. This rustic mountain Minshuku is the nearest ryokan (only 100 meters) to the beautiful Jigokudani Yaen National Park in the mountains of the Yudanaka Onsen in Nagano. It is also known as the birthplace of "Go" (a Japanese strategy board game). Korakukan Jigokudani has 12 traditional Japanese-style rooms. There are indoor and outdoor hot spring baths for both women and men at Korakukan Jig...
Welcome to the Yoroduya Onsen. This Modern Ryokan in Yudanaka Onsen was founded over 200 years ago and is known for it's excellent service. This ryokans has 28 rooms all with private indoor hot spring baths. You can also take advantage of the 5 public hot spring baths including 2 traditional rotenburo or open air baths and a family bath were you can reserve some private time in a hot spring bath. The building is modern but the owners have worked hard to maintain Japanese aesthetics and de...
Welcome to Aburaya Tosen. Aburaya Tousen is a Yudanaka hot spring located in Shinshu where with a beautiful view of the natural scenery of Japanese Alps. Aburaya Tosen has both guest rooms with open-air baths as well as a big public bath with a panoramic view.
