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"Oiwaraya Ryokan" is a tranquil Onsen accommodation nestled in Matsumoto's Utsukushigahara Onsen, which has been flowing for 1,300 years since the Nara period. We offer heartfelt hospitality in a harmonious blend of traditional and modern Japanese-style comfort. Our facility features seven unique bathing areas, including an indoor bath surrounded by the scent of cypress, an open-air bath with a sense of freedom, stone baths, and garden baths with seasonal views. Each bath offers a distinct charm, allowing you to enjoy Onsen hopping and immerse yourself in the changing ambiance from morning to night, providing deep relaxation to soothe your travel fatigue. Our cuisine showcases vibrant kaiseki dishes made with seasonal ingredients from the local Shinshu region. Each dish, beautifully presented on exquisite plates, reflects the flavors of the seasons and the skill of our chefs, offering a true "culinary art." Centered around Shinshu beef, river fish, and mountain delicacies, our meals allow you to savor both taste and the changing seasons. To complement your dining experience, we offer wines crafted at our own winery, "Domaine de Yunohara," using grapes nurtured in Shinshu's pure air and rich soil. These carefully produced wines pair perfectly with Japanese cuisine. With a variety of white, red, and sparkling options available, you can choose according to your preference. Each room is uniquely designed to provide a relaxing space that combines traditional Japanese tranquility with modern comfort. At Oiwaraya Ryokan, we strive to be a warm and welcoming accommodation that makes you want to return. Along with our dedication to fine cuisine and heartfelt hospitality, we aim to provide each guest with a serene and relaxing experience. Our staff looks forward to welcoming you with all our hearts.

Hotel Shoho is located on a hill in Matsumoto City, offering sweeping views of the majestic Northern Alps and the castle town of Matsumoto from every guest room. Utsukushigahara Onsen is a historic hot spring area that has been loved since the Edo period; it was once home to “Goten-no-Yu,” a villa built by the lord of Matsumoto Castle for relaxation. At our Hotel, you can enjoy five types of baths: an open-air bath, private baths, a large public bath, a jacuzzi, and a footbath. For guests who have traveled all the way to Utsukushigahara Onsen, we prepare our cuisine with care—creative Japanese kaiseki featuring seasonal Shinshu ingredients and special kaiseki using Shinshu’s signature branded ingredients. Matsumoto City and its surroundings are within easy reach, as are Kamikochi, Azumino, and the Utsukushigahara Highlands. Please visit Utsukushigahara Onsen—an ideal base for sightseeing.

At Asama Onsen, Hotel Tamano-yu has been operating since the 18th year of the Meiji era, always prioritizing guests without being bound by tradition or formality, and all staff have strived to provide comfort to guests. We will continue to offer heartfelt hospitality as a property where guests can rejuvenate.

Kikunoyu stands in Asama Onsen, a retreat of the castle town Matsumoto with a thousand-year history. Built in the dignified Honmune-zukuri style passed down in the Matsumoto region, it is a quiet hideaway for adults, rich in Japanese charm. A polished zelkova main pillar and curated artworks create a refined stay. After savoring the gentle feel of natural hot-spring waters in the open-air bath with a pleasant breeze, enjoy an authentic kaiseki course showcasing Shinshu’s seasonal bounty. Just 10 minutes by car to National Treasure Matsumoto Castle. Escape the bustle of everyday life and spend a soothing, restorative holiday.

In the place where Hotel Heidi has built its history, HÔTEL de L’ALPAGE (Hotel de l’Alpage) has now been born.The grounds, befitting the former site of an imperial family villa, are secluded from their surroundings, including the adjacent Venus Line.Surrounded by abundant nature, our Hotel feels as if a French residence has been brought to Nagano.From the guest rooms, you can enjoy sweeping views of Mt. Tateshina and the Yatsugatake Mountains. The spacious interiors are delicately designed with a warm ambiance, offering “everyday life at its finest.”At our restaurant, we aim to serve “a feast you can enjoy every day,” featuring cuisine inspired by France’s gastronomic traditions and wines imported directly from France.This Hotel was created with the hope that you will enjoy a refined and comfortable everyday stay. Rather than simply a stop along your journey, we hope it will be a place you’ll want to “come back to” with your family and loved ones.

SANU 2nd Home is “another home” where you can truly unwind and awaken your senses.Step back from busy city life,feel nature with all five senses, and live with your own hands in a second home.Among the SANU 2nd Homes across Japan, Shirakabako 2nd is set in a bright forest, with lake activities such as canoeing and boating as well as an amusement park all within walking distance. Just behind the cabin is Shirakabako Royal Ski Resort, making it an ideal base for snow sports.Designed as a “white vessel,” this cabin is built for harmony with the environment. Its honeycomb-inspired form and large picture windows that frame the surrounding landscape are defining features. The space comes to life through seasonal views reflected in the windows and wildflowers arranged in a dining-room vase.In the morning, quietly grind coffee beans on the terrace as sunlight filters through the trees.In the afternoon, play a seasonal music playlist and let yourself sink into sound.In the evening, toast with natural wine while listening to insects sing.At night, feed logs into the fire and lose yourself in thought.How you spend your time is entirely up to you.We hope you’ll find your own perfect way to stay.

A two-story traditional Japanese house where the past and present harmonize in quiet serenity. Once used as a silkworm farming home, "Shibumichi" is the only two-story accommodation at Yamawura Stay. The gently sloped stairs and thoughtfully designed layout quietly preserve memories of life from that era. The sound of water flowing along the building's edge and design elements like the earthen floor entrance with integrated storage evoke a sense of traditional living. The second floor features two single beds, while futons can be laid out in the first-floor tatami room to accommodate up to six guests, offering just the right balance of space for a comfortable stay. Step outside, and you'll find branching mountain paths leading to destinations such as Tateshina, Shirakaba Lake, or Mishaka Pond—all conveniently accessible. Along your walks, enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Yatsugatake that are truly unforgettable. This accommodation offers both proximity to nature and culture while providing an escape from urban noise—a perfect base for your travels or a serene retreat for relaxation.Quietly, richly, mindfully—experience time as if you were living here.

Located on the shores of Lake Tateshina, "Tateshina BASE" is a relaxing Property where you can unwind in nature and enjoy the Onsen at your leisure. The Property offers 13 Rooms in total, including five types such as Rooms with open-air baths, traditional Japanese-style Rooms, and modern Japanese-Western Rooms, catering to diverse travel needs. The Onsen features natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source, allowing you to indulge in the "healing waters" cherished since the Heian period. "Tateshina BASE" also serves as a multi-purpose tourist Facility. It features five dining options, including a bakery, vegan burger shop, and a yakiniku bar specializing in Tateshina beef (adjacent). For dinner, you can enjoy course meals made with fresh ingredients from Shinshu at a café-restaurant overlooking the lake. Additionally, a tourist information center is available, making it convenient for exploring local attractions, gourmet spots, and sightseeing. It serves as a perfect base for exploring the Tateshina and Yatsugatake areas. The Property is equipped with IoT-enabled Facilities, allowing for unmanned check-in and check-out. You can use tablet devices to check the congestion status of the large communal bath, access local information, and more. Complimentary Wi-Fi and large 4K TVs are also provided. This Property is ideal for couples, friends, or two-person trips. Enjoy a luxurious and tranquil time by the ever-changing seasonal scenery of Lake Tateshina.

Sakae-no-Yu offers free-flowing Onsen water from Asama Onsen, known as the “beauty bath,” and kaiseki cuisine featuring seasonal flavors of Shinshu.Relax and unwind to your heart’s content in our nostalgic Showa-era atmosphere.

Our facility is a membership-based villa resort. On specific dates, non-members can also use it. Enjoy the views of Yatsugatake and the Japanese Alps, along with the natural beauty featuring lakes and waterfalls. There are abundant tourist spots and activities. In summer, it's a cool retreat; in winter, the ski slopes are just nearby! Please take this opportunity to visit our facility and experience the villa resort while enjoying Japan's unique seasonal nature.

Nagano's first glamping site with a natural Onsen and complete privacy! Each site is equipped with a private semi-open-air bath, BBQ room, tent sauna, and toilet. Enjoy unlimited access to the bath and sauna! Savor a multi-national dinner made with plenty of local ingredients. From 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM, self-service draft beer, highballs, and chu-hi are available for free. Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks in the refrigerator of each BBQ room are also complimentary. For breakfast, we offer hot sandwiches, colorful Shinshu salads, and smoothies. A free athletic facility is located just 5 minutes away by car. Immerse yourself in nature at our Facility situated at the foot of Yatsugatake Chushin Kogen Quasi-National Park!

At a property with over a century of history, you can enjoy kaiseki cuisine and handmade soba noodles made with seasonal ingredients from local Shinshu in a serene space adorned with folk art furniture. The 15 Japanese-style rooms offer a warm wooden ambiance, and the beauty-enhancing water baths are available 24 hours. Breakfast includes a rich homemade buffet featuring freshly picked vegetables, organic eggs, and morning curry.

A Property featuring the historic hot springs of Utsukushigahara, with a history spanning 1,300 years. The origins of these ancient springs date back to the Nara period, and in 1983 (Showa 58), the area was designated as a National Health Resort. Immerse yourself in the layers of history and experience a soothing time filled with heartfelt hospitality. Surrounded gently by the steam of the springs, feel the passage of time through the changing seasons and fully enjoy the blessings of the earth. We offer a colorful seasonal kaiseki meal, themed around "beauty and health," using fresh local ingredients, ranging from traditional dishes to creative cuisine.