Shirahone Onsen · Kamikochi Onsen × Popular Stays for Trips with FriendsRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

The Yumoto Saito Ryokan, with a history of 284 years, is a charming property blending the Shirahone Onsen and the traditional ambiance of Shinshu. The onsen, sourced from its own spring since the Kamakura period, is milky white and is said to be effective for gastrointestinal ailments. All 53 guest rooms are named after notable novelists and poets, offering a serene space for relaxation. Additionally, you can savor Japanese seasonal course meals featuring the bounty of Shinshu's mountains and rivers.

Shirahone Onsen has long been said to keep you from catching a cold for three years after just three days of bathing. At Oyado Tsuruya, instead of the traditional long-stay cure, we offer a modern Onsen retreat that fits into a weekend. Our waters are a milky-white “Silk Bath,” known as one of the gentlest in Shirahone Onsen, with an exceptionally smooth feel on the skin. We provide an easy-to-follow bathing guide even for first-time guests, and suggest ways to enjoy the baths to suit your needs—along with moments of relaxation in our post-bath lounge—so that simply staying here helps you reset. Unwind body and mind tightened by everyday busyness, and experience how much lighter you can feel with a one-night, two-day stay.

The property boasts a milky-white natural onsen and open-air baths available 24 hours. Separate open-air baths for men and women are provided, offering a unique experience of bathing under a starry sky. Dinner is renowned for its hotpot made with natural mushrooms harvested from the local mountains, featuring mushrooms personally gathered by the owner, along with Shinshu's specialty horse sashimi.

“Sawando” means “a place where rivers meet.” In December 1998, Onsen water was brought to this area—long used as a gateway to Kamikochi—and Sawando Onsen was born. Our inn opened five years later, in July 2003. Surrounded by mountains and little else, Keiryuso Shiorie warmly welcomes you. We hope you will enjoy the nature, unwind from everyday fatigue, celebrate an anniversary with someone special, or treat yourself for all your hard work—we would be truly happy if you choose Shiorie for moments like these.

Oyado Kodama is a small Onsen Accommodation with just seven rooms. Relax in a quiet setting with clear mountain air and views of Mt. Norikura in the distance. From summer to autumn, it’s an ideal base for trekking and sightseeing around Mt. Norikura, and in winter you can enjoy skiing. Highlights include 100% natural hot spring baths fed directly from the source and homemade meals featuring local ingredients. It is also conveniently located about 20 minutes by car from Sawando Bus Terminal, the gateway to the Kamikochi area.

Kamikochi, once known as the sacred land of Kamikawachi, remains unchanged in its natural beauty. The Kamikochi Imperial Hotel continues to captivate visitors with its breathtaking surroundings. The pristine Azusa River, the majestic Hotaka Mountains, and the serene Myojin Pond... Spending time amidst the harmonious changes of the seasons is truly the ultimate luxury.

At our small Property nestled in the great outdoors, you can enjoy a private open-air hot spring bath with free-flowing water and savor Hida beef grilled on a ceramic plate. From the tranquil Japanese-style rooms, you can take in panoramic views of the Northern Alps' seasonal beauty, and immerse yourself in the liberating breeze of the highlands for a truly relaxing experience. Additionally, the handmade cypress private open-air bath crafted by the owner is available for free, and on clear nights, you might even witness a sky full of stars. Relish countryside cuisine featuring the delights of Okuhida, including Hida beef sirloin grilled on a ceramic plate.