Around Blanche Takayama Ski Resort × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan

In summer, you can enjoy trekking and escaping the heat, while in winter, it's a snow resort offering a highland life for every season. The lake view rooms overlooking Shirakaba Lake provide a special space where you can feel the refreshing nature of Shirakaba Lake.

Kurumayama Highland Resort, located at an altitude of approximately 1500m, is surrounded by Japan's renowned mountains. Enjoy the starry sky, the open-air hot spring with a view of the Yatsugatake mountain range, and a satisfying buffet.

A highland resort embraced by mountains towering at an altitude of 2,000 meters. After enjoying seasonal activities, refresh yourself in the large public bath. We offer fresh transported water from Ikenotaira Onsen, allowing you to experience the only Onsen in the Shirakaba Highland. For dinner, indulge in a buffet at the highland Hotel! With 45 dishes including Tateshina beef curry, highland vegetables, and jerk chicken created by a BBQ instructor, there's something for everyone. Enjoy an all-you-can-drink corner featuring the 7 major Shinshu local sakes, including craft beer (additional charge depending on the Plan). Spend a holiday immersed in nature amidst the refreshing air of Lake Shirakaba.

A lush highland resort located at an altitude of 1,550 m. Each detached cottage features a unique design and sits on a spacious 300-tsubo plot, offering plenty of private space. Catering services and BBQ facilities are also available, and guests can use the Hotel’s natural Onsen and on-site facilities.

An exceptional location with Shirakaba Lake right in front of you. In January 2023, all guest Rooms and private baths were renovated. All five Rooms are equipped with a bath, toilet, and washbasin, and feature semi-double or double beds from the British Royal Warranted Slumberland company, offering you the ultimate sleeping comfort. The private baths, available for free use per Room, have also been renewed. Enjoy a relaxing private moment in the cypress and Oya stone baths! Dinner is an original full-course meal incorporating the abundant blessings of the local Yatsugatake area. From the fully glass-walled dining room, Shirakaba Lake spreads out before your eyes. Spend an exquisite time while gazing at the setting sun.

Surrounded by the vast nature at the foot of Mount Tateshina, Hotel Auberge Bistro Figaro is nestled among birch and oak trees. Experience the grandeur of Shirakaba Lake, Kirigamine, and Kurumayama Highlands. Our pride is our dinner courses, all handcrafted by our owner-chef. Savor a full-course French meal prepared by our owner-chef who trained in France and showcased his skills at renowned domestic hotels. The charcoal-grilled Tateshina beef steak cooked right before your eyes is highly popular. Before or after dinner, enjoy a private bath. Relax and rejuvenate with delicious meals and comfortable guest rooms!

Starting with an elegant appearance reminiscent of castles in the European Alps, there are abundant Plans to enjoy your leisure time, such as restaurants, pools, and large baths. The surrounding area features numerous summer resorts, allowing for active enjoyment throughout the year.

A European-style petit Hotel near Lake Megami. Enjoy an authentic French full-course meal crafted by the owner-chef, featuring A5-grade Japanese black beef and seasonal local vegetables in beautifully presented dishes. Perfect for adults seeking a quiet getaway.

Himekidaira is a tranquil pension village located 5 km northwest of Shirakabako, spread across a sloping area. The lower part features an old villa area and a lake, while the upper part connects to hiking trails leading to Kurumayama and Kirigamine. Vacation Inn is situated deep within the pension village, on a hill surrounded by trees, offering a very quiet environment. At an altitude of 1,500 meters, it is comfortable even in summer. Guests can enjoy a relaxing stay with twin rooms featuring semi-double beds, a fully private artificial radium Onsen bath, and a lounge with a burning fireplace. It is an ideal base for driving or trekking around the Venus Line, a treasure trove of alpine plants. In winter, it serves as a perfect base for the Venus Line ski area, known for its high rate of sunny days. We strive to provide delicious meals and heartfelt service without being overbearing.

A Resort Hotel located by Lake Shirakaba in Nagano Prefecture. The large public bath "Koten no Yu" features natural Onsen, offering an open-air bath and sauna with a stunning view of Lake Shirakaba. Meals are served buffet-style, featuring Japanese, Western, Chinese, and ethnic cuisines with a focus on seasonal flavors using local ingredients. Enjoy various activities both inside and outside the hotel, including a pool, bowling alley, indoor Onsen street, amusement park, and ski resort. The new main building opened on April 22nd, 2023. Guests are welcomed with new facilities such as an Onsen area, restaurant, and shop.

—Harmony with nature, cherished in the Nordic lifestyle.— Even in those extraordinary moments of travel, we want you to relax and experience Tateshina’s beautiful nature as if it were part of everyday life. On Wednesday, January 21, 2026, our Hotel was reborn as a Nature Resort Hotel where you can feel the nature of Tateshina while staying indoors.

Surrounded by an expansive 660-hectare forest, this timeless and classic Hotel offers a truly unique experience. Stroll through the beautifully maintained Hotel gardens, savor exquisite Shinshu cuisine, and enjoy moments of refined relaxation. Adjacent to the Hotel, you will find the latest glamping-style outdoor grill "Glamorous Dining Tateshina," produced by Tokyu Hands, as well as "Forest Adventure Tateshina," a nature-integrated outdoor park originating from France. The property also features a golf course, tennis courts, and scenic trekking trails. Enjoy the perfect combination of a traditional, classic Hotel and the latest forest activities.