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A small, tranquil private Accommodation surrounded by the rich natural beauty of the Northern Alps. Enjoy Shinshu’s seasonal flavors made with the finest ingredients of each season, along with a free-flowing Onsen fed directly from the source that lets you feel close to nature. Ideally located as a base for exploring the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route and sightseeing in Azumino and Hakuba.

Our Hotel is a place where you can immerse yourself in your passions and create something new, forgetting the passage of time. Spend the day indulging in music or hobbies, play wholeheartedly in the snow on the slopes right before your eyes, brainstorm ideas or share dreams in a different environment. We believe that relaxing and spending time with family and friends amidst Yuzawa's rich nature will inspire your creativity. In July 2024, we will renew our front desk, restaurant, and lounge.

Located on a hilltop, our guest rooms on the upper floors and the open-air baths on the top floor offer breathtaking views of the majestic mountain ranges of Northern Shinshu. Enjoy an extraordinary moment while gazing at the vast scenery that you would never encounter in the city. The private open-air bath "TSUBAKI" is equipped with a mini-bar and multimedia speakers. Guests can enjoy a blissful time with a glass in hand, accompanied by their favorite music as background. In the spring of 2021, we opened guest rooms with open-air baths featuring natural hot spring water, which have been highly praised. Our cuisine, made with premium ingredients such as brand beef, Shinshu beef, fresh seafood directly sourced from the Joetsu market, and carefully selected local produce, is truly exceptional!

Kamosu Mori is an Accommodation nestled in one of the snowiest areas of Matsunoyama.A lush forest stretches out before you, where you can enjoy satoyama cuisine surrounded by magnificent nature.Next door, the craft sake brewery “Yuki to Satoyama Jozojo” has also opened.A new encounter between food and sake—found only here—awaits you.For dinner, the main course is a shabu-shabu tasting featuring Niigata’s prized brand wagyu “Agano Himegyu” and Tokamachi’s local specialty pork “Tsumaari Pork.”Savor Agano Himegyu for its smooth texture and rich lean flavor, and Tsumaari Pork for its tenderness and deep umami—lightly swished in hot broth with seasonal local vegetables.Alongside satoyama dishes centered on local ingredients, we offer an all-inclusive selection of alcoholic beverages, including draft beer, highballs, sours, around 20 varieties of local sake, local wine, and more.Enjoy a luxurious moment as you take your time pairing Matsunoyama’s abundant flavors with fine drinks.

A hidden Onsen accommodation nestled in the tranquil mountains of Minamiuonuma, featuring a natural sodium chloride and bicarbonate spring. The smooth "lotion-like water" is known for its beauty-enhancing properties and is suitable for alleviating conditions such as atopy, cold sensitivity, and joint pain. Fully renovated in June 2025, the facility offers pet-friendly rooms and private baths ideal for families with small children, catering to various needs. Enjoy a warm stay with local cuisine made from Minamiuonuma Koshihikari rice and other regional ingredients, paired with renowned Echigo sake. Surrounded by seasonal mountain views and serene silence, experience modern comfort blended with traditional charm that reflects the local culture. Our staff eagerly awaits your visit!

A magnificent setting surrounded by some of Japan’s most iconic mountains, including the Southern Alps and the Yatsugatake Mountains.Enjoy ever-changing natural scenery throughout the seasons.All guest rooms feature a private open-air Onsen bath, so you can enjoy the Onsen in your room.At its high elevation and with crystal-clear air, Yatsugatake is also known as a “sacred place for stargazing.”Enjoy a sky full of stars.For dining, we offer a course menu featuring seasonal ingredients primarily sourced from Yamanashi Prefecture.The cuisine blends Japanese elements with bistro-style French, incorporating local ingredients and food culture.

True to its name, countless stars sparkle across the night sky, while by day majestic nature welcomes you.“Kogetsu,” nestled in the tranquility of Okuyamada Onsen in Nagano, is a refined Accommodation with just 10 guest rooms, offering a sophisticated stay.Cherishing traditional Japanese aesthetics, the rooms range from calm tatami-style spaces with a veranda to spacious layouts featuring an irori hearth—each distinct yet quietly dignified.From the dining area, sweeping views of the Northern Alps unfold like a painting, creating memorable moments alongside cuisine that highlights local ingredients.This is an Accommodation where you can enjoy a high-quality retreat that gently unwinds the mind amid nature’s stillness.

THE ALPS HOTEL HAKUBA is an alpine resort reborn through a major renovation, carrying forward a history woven over half a century. Nestled in the magnificent natural surroundings of the Northern Alps in Otari Village, Nagano, it boasts an exceptional location with direct ski-in/ski-out access to Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort. Just a short distance from Hakuba Village—host of the 1998 Winter Olympics—guests can enjoy world-class powder snow and dramatic mountain scenery in winter, and a serene highland retreat wrapped in crisp air and tranquility in summer. With an outdoor heated pool, an authentic sauna, and on-site Facility such as darts and billiards, we offer an Alps stay you can experience only here.

In a breathtaking field at an altitude of 1,200m with the Hakuba Sanzan of the Northern Alps and Ushiro Tateyama Mountain Range spreading out before you, special accommodation tents developed by Snow Peak for "FIELD SUITE HAKUBA" and mobile houses "JYUBAKO" designed by architect Kengo Kuma are set up as bedroom suites on approximately 100 square meters of wooden decks. Enjoy an all-inclusive auberge-style glamping experience from dusk to a starry night, sunrise, and a refreshing morning during this golden time.

A private, whole-house villa nestled in a lush forest at the foot of Mt. Ariake, an outlying peak of Mt. Jonen in the Northern Alps, Azumino, Shinshu. Its distinctive equilateral-triangle design offers a relaxed space where adults and children alike can enjoy time together freely and comfortably. Savor the beauty of nature in every season up close while enjoying BBQs on the terrace and a natural Onsen.This award-winning building received an Excellence Award in the long-established “Architectural Works Award” from the Nagano Association of Architectural Firms.* A prestigious award evaluated on five criteria, including excellence in design, structure, and functionality, as well as consideration for the global environment (designed by Kurahashi Architectural Planning Office).

A private villa for one group per day, "Senshin-an," nestled in the tranquility of Azumino at the foot of the Northern Alps. Spanning over 200 square meters, this Japanese-modern retreat features exquisite wooden craftsmanship by master carpenters and an authentic tea room. Enjoy a blissful time soaking in natural Onsen with free-flowing spring water while taking in the seasonal scenery. Escape from daily life and indulge in the luxury of doing nothing—this special moment is yours alone to cherish here.

A private, entire-rental cabin nestled in a deep forest surrounded by larch trees at an elevation of about 1,000 m. Every cabin features an open-air natural Onsen bath fed by the same hot spring source as the renowned “Jippuku-no-Yu,” along with an authentic Finnish-style private wood-fired sauna. Also included are a cold plunge bath, an outdoor relaxation area, and an outdoor living space where you can enjoy BBQs and a campfire. All cabins are pet-friendly, and your beloved dog is welcome to join you even on the bed. Soothe yourself with the Onsen and sauna as you immerse both body and mind in the stillness of the deep forest—enjoy a luxurious day away from everyday life.

Natural Onsen large bath and open-air bath with water from our own source are available all night! Enjoy a relaxing Onsen experience in the city near the station. Check out our latest topics for unique Matsumoto information and behind-the-scenes Hotel updates, regularly shared by our staff.

A prime location just a 3-minute walk from the bus rotary at the Zenkoji Exit of JR Nagano Station. Relax and unwind in our soothing space, featuring separate natural Onsen large public baths for men and women, “Zenko-no-Yu,” on the top (11th) floor.

The top floor features a panoramic large bath with natural Onsen, offering views of the Northern Alps and the JR Chuo Line. ＜The sauna is equipped with a self-löyly sauna!＞

A historic Onsen Ryokan, established in 1912, stands gracefully by the shores of Lake Suwa. Enjoy breathtaking views from our guest rooms facing the lake. Just a 5-minute walk from Kamisuwa Station, indulge in our panoramic open-air bath overlooking Lake Suwa and relax in the soothing waters of our private hot spring source. Savor seasonal flavors with dishes prepared using fresh local ingredients. At night, gaze at a sky full of stars, and in the morning, bask in the warm sunlight for a truly serene experience. Our garden showcases seasonal flowers and scenery throughout the year.

Sakihana Onsen Suigyoku no Yu Satorikan, located along the Aganogawa Line Gorge, is an Onsen Ryokan where you can enjoy the beauty of seasonal landscapes. During your stay, take advantage of various all-inclusive services at no extra cost. The panoramic bath on the top floor and the lobby lounge offer breathtaking views. Luxurious rooms with private open-air baths and the reception floor "Sawatori" provide a perfect setting for special moments with loved ones. The emerald-green sulfur spring leaves your skin feeling smooth and refreshed. For dinner, savor a half-course meal featuring fresh mountain and sea delicacies as well as local cuisine prepared in a live kitchen setting.

Takato Sakura Hotel offers the renowned Takato Onsen, known for its skin-beautifying properties. The outdoor bath has been renovated, allowing guests to enjoy the changing seasons even more. Additionally, a private family bath named "Sakura Kasumi" has been newly established and is available for day-use visitors. From the windows, you can view a small lake and beyond it, the famous "Takato Castle Ruins Park," known for its cherry blossoms. Furthermore, after renovations in 2018, a spacious restaurant was added, where guests can enjoy the refreshing breeze and lush greenery from the open deck.

Shunsai no Sho Sakadojo is an Onsen Ryokan nestled at the foot of Mount Sakado in Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture. Located in a historic area known as the birthplace of Naomasa Kanetsugu, the protagonist of the NHK Taiga drama "Tenchijin," it offers the soothing relaxation of Onsen and seasonal culinary delights.At our Ryokan, you can enjoy the flowing waters of Muikamachi Onsen in our spacious indoor baths and open-air baths. Rejuvenate your travel-weary body with the soft, skin-beautifying waters and refresh your mind and body with our monthly rotating herbal baths.For dinner, we serve a shabu-shabu set meal featuring "Waton Mochibuta," a premium pork known for its rich marbling and sweetness. Accompanied by delicious Uonuma Koshihikari rice, you can also savor grilled dishes and soups. Perfect for family or group trips.The next morning, we offer our signature "Niigata Breakfast." Enjoy a handmade countryside breakfast buffet with approximately 70 items, including fresh local vegetables, mountain vegetables, and eggs. Our traditional side dishes, made with locally sourced ingredients such as freshly cooked Uonuma Koshihikari rice and local vegetables, are particularly popular among our guests.Additionally, all rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, making it ideal for business stays. Experience a relaxing space unique to an Onsen Ryokan, ensuring a comfortable environment for remote work or business trips.Surrounded by the history and nature of Mount Sakado, enjoy a special time that nourishes both your mind and body. At "Shunsai no Sho Sakadojo," indulge in delicious meals and moments of relaxation.