Experience countless stories in a traditional Japanese architecture accommodation with 16 rooms, nestled in Narai-juku.
Narai-juku, with a 400-year history on the Nakasendo, remains as Japan's longest post town, preserving much of its original charm. Located at the midpoint of the 69 stations of the Nakasendo, this post town flourished with many travelers and was affectionately known as "Narai Senken." As we inherit four historical buildings as the Property BYAKU Narai, we have chosen not to give each building a new name. Instead, we decided to return to the "yago" (traditional house names) passed down from the Edo period, such as calling the sake brewery "Suginomori Shuzo," established in 1793 and a symbol of the town, "Toshiyoshiya." The 16 Rooms are unique and diverse, utilizing the structures of the four historical buildings, each with different layouts and purposes. Immerse yourself in spaces that embrace the historical architecture, and experience the history and countless stories these buildings have witnessed over time. We offer a unique stay experience in these traditional houses, distinct from typical Hotel Rooms, where you can feel the essence of a place that has supported various lives and activities for generations.
I visited on the 17th and 18th of last week for a refresh vacation. When I arrived, there were so many people along the Narai-juku street that it was difficult to make my way in.The garden outside my Room was spacious and could be enjoyed from the floor-to-ceiling window, creating a calm atmosphere where time seemed to slow down. I was able to spend some quiet, relaxing moments.Both the food and drinks were absolutely delicious!I was also very satisfied with the dinner pairing—the selections matched perfectly.Personally, one dish featuring locally grown vegetables and the gin and tonic served as part of the pairing were especially memorable!The staff at BYAKU Narai were easy to talk to, and I really enjoyed our conversations—it became a wonderful memory.This time I missed out on trying the whisky, so next time I’d like to make sure I don’t forget. I also forgot to buy a bottle for home (haha).
tomo-hi 8/24/2026With little prior knowledge, I made a Reservation for one night on my way back from Kamikochi. I had long been interested in renovated spaces like old sake breweries and post-town buildings, and the cuisine suited my taste far more than expected—making this an Accommodation I’d love to revisit. The team worked with great care and respect for Nagano ingredients. This time I stayed in Room 110 at Ueharaya, but next time I’d definitely like to stay in the main building, Toshiyoshiya, in a room with a semi-open-air bath. I also liked the staff’s friendly service.
わっきーわたさん 9/25/2026
Facilities and Services
See All- Room with Open-Air Bath
| IN | 15:00~19:00 |
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| OUT | 11:00 |
| Number of rooms | 16 rooms |
| Pet | Not allowed |
| Your child | Permitted |
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Introduction of the Accommodation

Hundreds of stories residing in the region
BYAKU is a Property. But it is not an ordinary Property. It is a Property that delivers a hundred experiences rooted in the local area to our guests and preserves architecture from a hundred years ago for the future. This is the essence of BYAKU (百). If you look closely at the Japanese character for "宿" (inn), you will find the character "百" (hundred) hidden within it. When you interpret this character, you realize it holds the meaning of "a hundred homes" and "a hundred people." From this, we drew inspiration. Beneath a home of a hundred years lies the connection of a hundred people. These connections preserve the building for hundreds of years and spread the sentiments to hundreds of people. We aim to explore this timeless essence of what a Property should be. Surely, the hundreds (HYAKU) will overlap and become thousands (BYAKU). To add beautiful memories to your life, we have prepared a hundred local experiences and look forward to welcoming you.




















With a history spanning 400 years, Narai-juku retains the rich atmosphere of its past as Japan's longest post town. Located at the midpoint of the Nakasendo's 69 stations, this post town flourished with many travelers and was affectionately known as "Narai Senken." As we inherit four historic buildings as the Property of BYAKU Narai, we have chosen not to give them new names. Instead, we have decided to return to the "yago" (traditional house names) passed down since the Edo period, such as calling the sake brewery "Suginomori Shuzo," established in 1793 and a symbol of the town, "Toshiyoshiya." The 16 Rooms are unique and diverse, utilizing the structures of the four historic buildings, each with different layouts and purposes. Immerse yourself in spaces that embrace the architecture of these historic buildings, and experience the history and countless stories they have witnessed over the years.









BYAKU Narai, consisting of four buildings: Saikichiya, Ueharaya, Shimagoya, and Kaneueya, features not only accommodations but also five unique Facilities. The restaurant "Kura," offering the pinnacle of culinary experiences infused with local ingredients and traditions, The brewery "Suginomori Brewery," inheriting the name of the former "Suginomori Shuzo," The "TASTING BAR suginomori," serving as a gateway to experiencing the local culture of Narai, The gallery "Gallery hoihoi," where you can explore traditional crafts such as magewappa, And "SAN-SEN," a mountain spring experience sourced from the headwaters of the Shinano River, distinct from an Onsen. Enjoy unparalleled culinary and relaxing moments that can only be experienced in Narai.

Staying at BYAKU means experiencing a hundred stories. Savoring ingredients from a hundred regions. Becoming friends with the local community through a hundred experiences. And preserving traditional architecture from over a hundred years ago for the future. Seeing is believing. We have prepared a hundred experiences to savor Japan and look forward to welcoming you.
Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation
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Basic Information
| Taxes | ■For Guests Planning to Stay on or After June 1, 2026■ An Accommodation Tax of 200 yen per person will be charged. |
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| Card information | VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS / UnionPay |
| Pets | Not allowed |
| Breakfast | Breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. |
| Your child | You can stay. ■ The accommodation features architectural elements such as steps and steep stairs, which may pose risks for small children. Additionally, due to the structure's sound resonance, we generally do not accommodate preschool-aged children.
■ Rooms available for guests with elementary school-aged children are limited to 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 112, 113, 114, and 116. Furthermore, dinner at the restaurant is designed to last approximately two hours; we kindly ask for your cooperation in enjoying it calmly and quietly during this time. |
| Room service | Available for use |
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| Facilities and Features |
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| Esthetic Massage | None |
| Fitness gym | None |
| Public Bath |
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| Room with Open-Air Bath |
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| Sauna | None |
| Hot stone spa | None |
| Others | A private villa with a private sauna, [Annex - Kaneueya], is available for exclusive rental. |
Reviews
- Rooms & Amenities4.77
- Facility4.72
- Hospitality & Service4.68
- Meals4.68
- Onsen & Bath4.49
- Satisfaction4.70
*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*
*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*
Access Information
Nagano Prefecture551-3 Narai, Shiojiri City
TEL:+81-264-34-3001
【By Car】
From Tokyo: 35 minutes from Nagano Expressway "Shiojiri I.C." / 40 minutes from Chuo Expressway "Ina I.C."
From Nagoya: 40 minutes from Chuo Expressway "Ina I.C." / 1 hour and 30 minutes from Chuo Expressway "Nakatsugawa I.C."
*Upon arrival at Narai Accommodation, please drive to Saikichiya (Front Desk). We will guide you to the designated parking area.
【By Train】
From Tokyo: Shinjuku Station… JR Chuo Main Line Limited Express (2 hours and 40 minutes)… Shiojiri Station… JR Chuo Main Line (25 minutes)… Narai Station
From Nagoya: Nagoya Station… JR Chuo Main Line Limited Express (1 hour and 30 minutes)… Kiso-Fukushima Station… JR Chuo Main Line (20 minutes)… Narai Station
5-minute walk from Narai Station.
*Please note that the hotel does not provide shuttle service. Thank you for your understanding.
- Parking Information
- Fee
- Free for guests
- Parking time
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- Parking space
- No restrictions
- Number of parking spaces
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- Valet service
- Unavailable
- Pickup and drop-off information
- Unavailable
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of facilities and features are available?
There are the following facilities and features. Rooms with open-air baths available・Large public bath・Within a 5-minute walk from the station・Room service
I would like to know the access information.
【By Car】 From Tokyo: 35 minutes from Nagano Expressway "Shiojiri I.C." / 40 minutes from Chuo Expressway "Ina I.C." From Nagoya: 40 minutes from Chuo Expressway "Ina I.C." / 1 hour and 30 minutes from Chuo Expressway "Nakatsugawa I.C." *Upon arrival at Narai Accommodation, please drive to Saikichiya (Front Desk). We will guide you to the designated parking area. 【By Train】 From Tokyo: Shinjuku Station… JR Chuo Main Line Limited Express (2 hours and 40 minutes)… Shiojiri Station… JR Chuo Main Line (25 minutes)… Narai Station From Nagoya: Nagoya Station… JR Chuo Main Line Limited Express (1 hour and 30 minutes)… Kiso-Fukushima Station… JR Chuo Main Line (20 minutes)… Narai Station 5-minute walk from Narai Station. *Please note that the hotel does not provide shuttle service. Thank you for your understanding.
Is parking available?
・Fee: Free for guests ・Parking space: Length --- Vehicle width --- Vehicle height --- ・Valet Service: Unavailable Upon arriving at Narai Accommodation, please drive to the front of Saikichiya. We will guide you to the designated parking area.
Is an internet connection available?
Connection is possible. ・Wi-Fi is available. For more details, please refer to the room and plan information.
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