Limited to 5 groups per day. Relax in rooms with private open-air hot springs and enjoy the culture and natural beauty of Shinshu.
A traditional Sukiya-style accommodation with 5 rooms, each featuring a private open-air bath, opening on March 1, 2024. Here, you can relax to your heart's content. As an annex of the historic "Shinshu Yudanaka Onsen Yorozuya," which has been welcoming guests since the Edo Kansei era, this new accommodation will be reborn on March 1, 2024. The previous Matsusho-so was designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property in 2003 and cherished by many until it was lost to fire in 2021. Despite this loss, with encouragement from numerous supporters, we are proud to announce its revival as the new "Matsusho-so" on March 1, 2024. The building incorporates design elements of the original Matsusho-so while embracing traditional Sukiya architecture that harmonizes with nature. Each room features a private open-air bath overlooking a small garden where guests can enjoy seasonal landscapes. We have created a space that feels "new yet somehow nostalgic." We look forward to welcoming you warmly at this new location. Selected for the Michelin Key Hotel Selection 2025: "1 MICHELIN Key 2025."
We visited to celebrate my father’s 80th birthday.It was a long drive from Yokohama to Nagano, but this was a wonderful Accommodation that truly made us glad we came.The in-room open-air bath was a little hot and needed some adjustment, but it was clean, spacious, and free of insects. The shampoo and conditioner also left our hair smooth and silky.(Some Ryokan at this level still leave your hair feeling rough.)All the staff who welcomed us were smiling, and during dinner the head chef served the main dish right at our table.Everything was delicious—made with local ingredients and carefully prepared with great attention to detail.On our way out, they even opened the souvenir shop in the main building earlier for us, so I was happy to be able to buy the souvenirs I wanted.My parents were very pleased as well, so we would love to visit again while they are still healthy.
This time, we stayed at an Onsen Accommodation for five days. Even among higher-priced and highly rated Accommodations, there were some that were very disappointing, but Shoraiso was extremely satisfying. This was a repeat stay, and it is an Accommodation we would like to visit again. Thank you for your continued support.
| IN | 15:00～18:00 |
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| OUT | 11:00 |
| Number of rooms | 5 rooms |
| Pet | Not allowed |
| Your child | Not allowed |
| Children under 12 years old are not allowed to stay. |
Here, relax and enjoy to your heart's content.
During the Kansei era, the sound of wind passing through the trees, the enjoyment of hot spring water, and the elegant sound of tea being prepared inspired the name "Shorai." Over 200 years later, it has been reborn for the third time as a traditional Ryokan of the authentic Shinshu Yudanaka Onsen Yorozuya, welcoming up to five groups per day.
A hot spring accommodation with a history dating back to the Edo Kansei era. Over 200 years later, the fifth-generation owner built "Shoraiso" in 1939. The "Momoyama Bath," inspired by the temple architecture of the Azuchi-Momoyama period, was completed in 1953 with the craftsmanship of master carpenters. In 2003, both "Shoraiso" and "Momoyama Bath" were designated as Registered Tangible Cultural Properties and cherished by many until February 11, 2021, when Shoraiso was tragically lost to fire. Thanks to the support of countless individuals after this incident, Shoraiso has been reborn in a new form. As part of its revival, we adopted a symbolic skylight window from the original Shoraiso as our logo mark. This iconic window has also been faithfully recreated at the entrance of the new Shoraiso, watching over all who spend time within its space.
Immerse Yourself in the Elegance of History with the Momoyama Bath
Designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan in 2003, "Yudanaka Onsen" is nestled in the serene mountains of Okushinano. Its origins date back approximately 1,350 years when it was discovered by the monk Chiyu, who named it "Yokarei," meaning longevity and long life. Renowned as a hot spring for health and vitality, it has been cherished for its healing properties and spiritual benefits by many over the centuries, including the Sanada clan of Matsushiro Domain, haiku poet Kobayashi Issa, and Dr. Jun Matsumoto, the first Surgeon General of the Japanese Army.
A space featuring five private open-air baths, recreated with traditional designs.
Each room features a garden where you can enjoy the breeze and light of Shinshu, a private open-air Onsen with natural hot spring water, and a relaxing space that seamlessly blends "indoors" and "outdoors." Crafted with traditional techniques of master carpenters and authentic materials, the design reflects the beauty of skilled craftsmanship. Additionally, some rooms recreate the design elements of the former Shoraiso, preserving its nostalgic charm and welcoming you with a heartfelt "Welcome back."
Encounter the unique culture, traditions, and specialties of Shinshu.
Enjoy the rhythmic craftsmanship of the chef and admire their delicate techniques. Each exquisite dish brings excitement, first captivating your eyes, followed by an enticing aroma, and finally delighting your taste buds with flavors that bloom like a flower in your mouth.
Shoraiso has been awarded “1 Michelin Key” for the second consecutive year in the Hotel selection of the Michelin Guide, announced in Paris, France.
We sincerely thank all of our guests for your continued support.
We will continue to care for each and every guest and cherish our daily hospitality so that you can enjoy a truly comfortable stay.
We look forward to welcoming you to Shoraiso again.
| Taxes | A separate Hot Spring Tax of 150 yen (per adult per night) will be collected on-site. ■For guests planning to stay on or after June 1, 2026■ An Accommodation Tax of 200 yen per person will be collected. |
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| Card information | VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS |
| Pets | Not allowed |
| Breakfast | A three-tiered Japanese meal featuring an abundance of seasonal ingredients from Shinshu. We offer a healthy breakfast that embodies the essence of Shinshu. |
| Your child | You cannot stay. Children under 12 years old are not allowed to stay. |
| Room service | Available for use After check-in until 9:30 PM |
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| Esthetic Massage | None |
| Fitness gym | None |
| Public Bath |
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| Open-air bath |
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| Spring quality and benefits | Sodium-Chloride Sulfate Onsen (Weakly Alkaline, Hypotonic, High-Temperature Onsen) Cuts, peripheral circulation disorders, cold sensitivity, depression, dry skin |
| Sauna | Available |
| Hot stone spa | None |
*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*
*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*
Approximately a 7-minute walk from Yudanaka Station
About 15 minutes from Shinshu-Nakano IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway
・Business Hours: 15:00～09:30 ・Hot spring: Available ・Free-flowing: None ・Cloudy hot spring water: None ・Supplementary information: (Add water) Momoyama Bath... Ladies: 15:00–21:30, Gentlemen: 22:00–9:30 Shinonome Bath... Gentlemen: 15:00–21:30, Ladies: 22:00–9:30 Location: Yorozuya Ryokan (across the road)
The spring quality and efficacy of the hot spring are as follows. ・Spring quality: Sodium-Chloride Sulfate Onsen (Weakly Alkaline, Hypotonic, High-Temperature Onsen) ・Spring efficacy: Cuts, peripheral circulation disorders, cold sensitivity, depression, dry skin
There are the following facilities and features. Hot spring・Rooms with open-air baths available・Open-air bath・Free-flowing hot spring・Large public bath・Sauna・Free shuttle service・Room service
Approximately a 7-minute walk from Yudanaka Station About 15 minutes from Shinshu-Nakano IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway
・Fee： Free for guests ・Parking Hours： 15:00 to 11:00 the next day ・Parking space： Length --- Vehicle width --- Vehicle height --- ・Number of parking spaces： 8 cars ・Valet Service： Unavailable
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