Shirahone Onsen · Kamikochi Onsen × Accommodation With An Animal Crossing-Like WorldRecommended Hotel·Ryokan for family trips

Operating dates for 2026: April 25 (Saturday) to November 14 (Saturday). Reservations are now open. Following the renovation of guest rooms and the restaurant in 2024, our accommodation has been highly praised by guests. Our signature onsen with natural hot spring water is available not only in the large public bath but also in every guest room. Dinner features a full-course French cuisine prepared by an experienced chef using seasonal ingredients from Shinshu, complemented by wines recommended by our sommelier. The hotel is located away from Kappa Bridge, offering a serene experience surrounded by nature. With over 100 years of history since its days as "Shimizuya Ryokan," where Walter Weston, the father of modern Japanese mountaineering, once stayed, we invite you to visit Kamikochi Lemeista Hotel at least once.

Nestled slightly away from the Shirahone Onsen town, enjoy a tranquil and peaceful stay. Surrounded by the seasonal beauty of birch forests, indulge in luxurious moments with our renowned therapeutic hot springs. Relish exquisite kaiseki cuisine crafted with care by our head chef and unwind in unique rooms relocated from traditional Japanese houses. Experience a one-of-a-kind retreat that soothes your soul and offers a truly relaxing time.

“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.

Since ancient times, it has been said that bathing in Shirahone Onsen for three days can prevent colds for three years. Tsuruya Ryokan offers the gentlest spring quality in Shirahone Onsen. Relax to the sound of the mountain stream and enjoy the milky white hues and sulfur aroma.

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.

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.