A Ryokan with a starry sky open-air bath and seasonal cuisine for relaxation, equipped with Wi-Fi.

A highly-rated property boasting an ideal location for sightseeing and hiking. Situated in the Hotaka Onsen area at the foot of the Northern Alps, surrounded by majestic mountains and rich nature. Relax in the abundant onsen waters and enjoy cuisine made with local Azumino ingredients. The property features 23 guest rooms, with Wi-Fi available throughout. Proudly offering spacious indoor baths and open-air baths showcasing seasonal landscapes. Additionally, we serve specialty dishes such as A5-grade Shinshu Premium Beef steak.

  • From check-in, we had a very positive impression, and the rest of the staff were equally wonderful. The dining staff were all from overseas, but they served us with smiles and great dedication, and it was clear they are well trained. The food was delicately seasoned and served at just the right time to enjoy it at its best, and at breakfast we appreciated the thoughtful touch of having warm tableware. The bath was also spacious and very relaxing. We visited in midsummer this time, so we would love to return in a different season.

    Yahoo!トラベルユー... 8/8/2026
  • The front desk staff provided courteous service with a wonderful smile.All the other staff were also friendly and welcoming.I was surprised to learn that the bath in the Room has Onsen water!This time I booked with breakfast included, and I was truly impressed by how delicious the steamed rice was. I wished I could have had it as tamago kake gohan (rice with raw egg). Next time, I’d like to try dinner as well.

    Yahoo!トラベルユー... 7/21/2026

Facilities and Services

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  • Hot spring
Open-air bath / Large public bath
IN15:00~20:00
OUT10:00
Number of rooms23 rooms
PetNot allowed
Your childPermitted

No Meals Included: Recommended for those who want to hike or move freely!

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥15,750
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥15,436
(USD 96.87)

【Breakfast Included】Check-in until 8 PM! Perfect for sightseeing or solo travel.

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥18,900
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥18,522
(USD 116.24)

No Meals Included: Recommended for those who want to hike or move freely!

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥17,850
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥17,494
(USD 109.79)

【Breakfast Included】Check-in until 8 PM! Perfect for sightseeing or solo travel.

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥21,000
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥20,580
(USD 129.16)

Great value if you just need a place to sleep! Fun group stay Plan [Room Only]

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 09:00
¥21,000
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥20,586
(USD 129.19)

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Introduction of the Accommodation

Exterior

Surrounded by rich nature, enjoy delicious cuisine and onsen to your heart's content.

Ryokan Yama no Takohei is located in the Hotaka Onsenkyo area, situated in the Azumino mountain foothills at the base of the Northern Alps in central Nagano Prefecture. The Onsen water is sourced from the Ariake Kosei and Ariakeso springs at the base of the Northern Alps, offering abundant water without the need for heating. Relax and soothe your travel fatigue in the Onsen surrounded by majestic mountains and rich nature, and enjoy exquisite cuisine made with local Azumino ingredients.

Large Public Bath・Onsen

Large Public Bath・Onsen

The spacious indoor bath, so inviting that you'll want to swim, is Takohei's pride. The meticulously designed open-air bath allows you to enjoy the seasonal scenery of the Northern Alps. Experience nature in summer and snow views in winter, offering enjoyment throughout the year.

Cuisine - Premium Beef

Local cuisine made with carefully selected Shinshu ingredients.

We use high-quality local ingredients such as Shinshu Premium Beef and Shinshu Salmon, dedicating time and effort to create the finest dishes that bring out their delicious flavors. Please enjoy the luxurious kaiseki cuisine filled with the seasonal tastes of Shinshu.

The hospitality of "Yama no Takohei"

Wishing everyone happiness and peace. Experience the heartfelt hospitality of "Yama no Takohei," a home away from home nurtured in the depths of Azumino for 50 years. Step away from your daily routine and enjoy a nostalgic, relaxing flow of time.

Antique art pieces

Various antique artworks

The facility showcases antique items such as armor and calligraphy collected by the owner.

Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation

  • The room
    The room
  • Hot Springs & Baths
    Hot Springs & Baths
  • Facilities & Services
    Facilities & Services
  • Meal
    Meal

Notice from the Accommodation

  • [Notice Regarding Future Operations Due to Suspension of Onsen Water Supply]

    Thank you very much for your continued patronage of Yama no Takodaira Ryokan.
    Due to torrential rain on August 8, a landslide occurred on the Nakabusa Prefectural Road, washing away both a bridge and the hot spring pipeline. As a result, our Onsen supply has been suspended.
    Our Accommodation purchases natural hot spring water drawn from the Northern Alps foothills and the Nakabusa Valley through the Onsen Public Corporation; however, due to this disruption, we will operate with the measures below until service is restored.

    We sincerely regret to inform you that the water in our large public bath, open-air bath, and in-room baths will be changed to heated water (groundwater diluted and warmed).
    For this heated water, we will use natural Azumino water pumped from 120 meters underground.
    Bathing facilities will remain available as usual. Day-use bathing will also continue using heated water.

    In addition, due to the suspension of our Onsen supply, we will not charge overnight guests the Hot Spring Tax that is normally collected.
    *If you have prepaid the Hot Spring Tax under certain Plans, we will refund JPY 150 per adult at check-in.


    [Period of Onsen Supply Suspension]
    Start: From Tuesday, August 11, 2026 until Onsen service is restored
    Expected restoration: Currently unknown. We will provide an update as soon as we have more information.

    [Applicable Baths]
    Large public bath / Open-air bath / In-room baths

    [Inquiries]
    Yama no Takodaira Ryokan Front Desk
    Tel: 0263-83-2802
    Hours: 7:30–20:00

    We deeply apologize that guests looking forward to our Onsen must be welcomed under these circumstances.
    While hoping for a swift restoration of our Onsen supply, all staff will continue doing everything possible to ensure you can stay with peace of mind until then.
    We kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation.

Basic Information

TaxesFor accommodation, an additional Hot Spring Tax of 150 yen per adult is required. Additionally, starting June 1, 2026, based on Nagano Prefecture regulations, an Accommodation Tax will be charged separately (Accommodation Fee of 6,000 yen or more: 200 yen per person).
Card information
VISA / MASTER
Pets
Not allowed
BreakfastThere is no information about breakfast.
Your child
You can stay.
Room service
Not available
Common amenities
  • ○ Shampoo · conditioner
  • ○ Body soap · soap
  • × Towel · Bath towel
  • × Body towel · sponge
  • ○ Toothbrush set
  • ○ Comb · Brush
  • ○ Shower cap
  • ○ Hair dryer
  • ○ Shaving
  • × Shaving Gel/Foam
  • × Bath additives
  • × Yukata
  • × Nightwear
  • × Bathrobe
  • ○ Slippers
  • × facial cleanser
  • × Toner
  • × Lotion
  • × Makeup remover
  • ○ Cotton swab
  • × Cotton
  • × Clothing deodorizing spray
  • ○ Refrigerator
  • × Minibar
  • ○ Electric kettle
  • ○ Tea set (free)
  • × Television
  • ○ Safe
  • × Scale
  • × Trouser press
  • × Free morning edition
  • × Pay-per-view broadcast
  • × Satellite broadcasting
  • × Video on Demand
  • × Radio
  • × CD player
  • × DVD player
  • × Blu-ray player
  • × Speakers for portable audio
  • × In-room PCs and tablets
Facilities and Features
  • ○ Hot spring
  • × Rooms with open-air baths available
  • ○ Open-air bath
  • × Free-flowing hot spring
  • ○ Large public bath
  • × Private bath
  • × Sauna
  • × Ganbanyoku (rock bathing)
  • × Within a 5-minute walk from the station
  • × Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
  • × Indoor pool
  • × Outdoor pool
  • × Pet-friendly
  • × Spa facility
  • × Fitness
  • × Free shuttle service
  • × Shuttle Service (Paid)
  • × Room service
  • × Room Service Available 24 Hours
  • × Barrier-free
  • × Childcare services
Esthetic Massage
None
Fitness gym
None
Public Bath
The number of Public Bath
2
Business Hours
15:00~09:00
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
None
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring
Remarks
Available until 9:00 AM. Accessible throughout the night.
Open-air bath
The number of Open-air bath
2
Business Hours
15:00~09:00
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
None
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring
Remarks
Available until 9:00 AM. Accessible throughout the night.
Spring quality and benefits

Alkaline Simple Spring

Hemorrhoids, Beauty, Fatigue Recovery

※Regarding the notation of "Gensen Kakenagashi"
In some facilities, heating or adding water for temperature adjustment may be performed. Additionally, please note that in some parts of the facility, the hot spring water may not be free-flowing from the source. For more details, please contact each facility.

SaunaNone
Hot stone spaNone

Reviews

Overall Score
4.37
Good (34)
  • Rooms & Amenities
    4.06
  • Facility
    4.00
  • Hospitality & Service
    4.65
  • Meals
    4.61
  • Onsen & Bath
    4.47
  • Satisfaction
    4.50

*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*

*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*

Access Information

Address
Nagano Prefecture8969 Hotaka Ariake, Azumino City
TEL:+81-263-83-2802

20 minutes by car from Azumino IC on the Nagano Expressway, 15 minutes by car from JR Hotaka Station.

Parking Information
Fee
Free for guests
Parking time
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Parking space
No restrictions
Number of parking spaces
100 cars available outdoor
Valet service
Unavailable

Pickup and drop-off information
Unavailable

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