Around Sasahei Dam × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan

A city Resort Hotel in a convenient location for exploring Nagano—perfect as a base for historical walks to National Treasure Zenkoji Temple and Matsumoto Castle, or sightseeing trips around the Hakuba, Matsumoto, and Karuizawa areas of Shinshu. All guest rooms include lounge access with drinks (including alcohol) and light snacks. We recommend an all-inclusive stay that includes dinner, breakfast, drinks and snacks in the lounge, the large public bath, and activities. In April 2026, a new Japanese-inspired lounge on the 3rd floor, “Waraunge,” will open. In addition to the spacious main room, enjoy four activity rooms featuring table tennis, bouldering, and a theater—spend your trip surrounded by smiles.

Established during the opening of Kamiyamada Onsen, this property boasts a history of over 110 years. It features a natural onsen with abundant water flow exceeding 400 tons per day. Guests can enjoy Shinshu Kaiseki cuisine, emphasizing locally sourced ingredients.

Known as the "Onsen for Beauty" and cherished as a place to relax after visiting Zenkoji Temple, our onsen offers a serene retreat. Most guest rooms face the river, allowing you to enjoy breathtaking views of the majestic Chikuma River and nearby mountains while immersing yourself in nature. Additionally, our renovated upper-floor rooms with open-air baths feature natural hot spring water directly from the source, letting you bathe at your preferred time and pace. Experience the renowned skin-beautifying waters of Togura Kamiyamada Onsen.

A traditional Japanese Ryokan located in the heart of a hot spring town, where you can enjoy the renowned hot springs of Shinshu, known as "The Bath to Conclude Your Zenkoji Pilgrimage." The area features two types of Onsen: the milky white "Kamiyamada Source" and the clear emerald green "Chikuma Source." Both are gentle, simple sulfur springs that flow directly from the source, and you can experience them in six different bathhouses. Enjoy a variety of baths as you explore the Onsen within the Ryokan.For dinner, we offer a kaiseki meal that highlights the seasonal flavors and colors of Shinshu. Relax as you gaze at the garden pond filled with Onsen water, listen to the soothing sound of the waterfall, and let yourself unwind, leaving behind the hustle and bustle of daily life. Indulge in a luxurious experience for the soul at our Ryokan. Take your time and enjoy the finest moments of relaxation.

The breakfast buffet, offering Japanese, Western, and Shinshu beef curry options, is served at the 16th-floor restaurant.

Just a 1-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.

Approximately a 2-minute walk from Nagano Station "Zenkoji Exit." All guest rooms feature free Wi-Fi, individual air conditioning, and equipped with warm water cleaning and heated toilet seats. Floors 1 to 4 house various tenant facilities (convenience store, izakaya, seafood, barbecue, karaoke, etc.).

On the banks of the Chikuma River in this area once known as Sarashina, Chikuma no Yu Shigenoya offers just eight Rooms. Relax and unwind without hesitation, as if staying in a home-like Accommodation. In an atmosphere where Japanese tradition and refined elegance are in harmony, enjoy kaiseki cuisine—crafted with skill and heartfelt care—served in your Room. The three Onsen baths, each with its own character, are all free-flowing from the source; savor to your heart’s content the abundant natural hot spring water with its gentle fragrance.

Located just a 7-minute drive from Nagano Station and Zenkoji Temple, and about a 10-minute walk from the Nagano Prefectural Office, our property offers excellent accessibility. Enjoy the natural beauty of the seasons while soaking in our 22-meter-long open-air Onsen with 100% natural brown hot spring water flowing directly from the source. The indoor bath features a different type of spring water with no color and a sulfur scent for variety. Our rooms with private panoramic baths and private Onsen facilities also use the same 100% natural brown hot spring water as our large public baths, making them perfect for those seeking privacy or families looking to relax together. In April 2024, we will open a Finnish-style high-temperature sauna for an enhanced wellness experience. For dinner, savor Shinshu cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients served in your room at your leisure. Unwind while gazing at the serene stream of Susobana River and enjoy moments of pure relaxation.

The Suffolk sheep raised on our farm are an extremely rare ingredient, accounting for less than 1% of domestic distribution. We offer sheep carefully raised in the deep mountains of Shinshu, with attention to their feed. Enjoy the special meat that can only be tasted at Sagirisou. The onsen is a very precious source containing "Magnesium Sulfate," rare even in Japan. The hot spring warms the body from the core and is highly regarded by locals. A nostalgic onsen property blending into the tranquil pastoral scenery.

Hotel Metropolitan Nagano is conveniently located next to JR Nagano Station, featuring a spacious 12-story building with a basement level. Starting with the 1st-floor lobby lounge that exudes brightness, elegance, and grandeur, the hotel offers luxurious restaurants and bars, highly functional banquet rooms, a chapel with a courtyard, and 235 guest rooms across seven types. Experience the grade and comfort befitting a city hotel as we warmly welcome you.

Our recommendation is the natural Onsen large bath!! We use "Hakuba Tenjin no Yu," the Hakuba Himekawa Onsen that springs from the great nature of Hakuba. This chloride spring is also known as "Netsu no Yu" (Hot Water) because the salt adheres to the skin during bathing, making it less likely to feel cold after bathing. It is said to be effective for fatigue recovery, burns, cuts, chronic skin diseases, neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, and frozen shoulder. We transport the natural Onsen from Hakuba to Nagano, so you can enjoy Hakuba's natural Onsen while staying at our Hotel. Please heal your tired body at our facility. We will welcome you with heartfelt hospitality. Conveniently located just about a 5-minute walk from JR Hokuriku Shinkansen "Nagano Station"! It is also about a 6-minute ride by local bus to Zenkoji Temple, making it ideal for both sightseeing and business. Zenkoji Temple is a place of great spiritual significance, with a saying that goes, "Once in a lifetime, visit Zenkoji." It is believed that even a single visit to Zenkoji can lead to paradise in the afterlife, making it a temple full of blessings and charm that attracts people. When visiting Zenkoji, please consider staying with us.

Rebranded and reopened on July 5, 2021. An 8-minute walk from JR Nagano Station (Zenkoji Exit) and a 3-minute walk from Nagano Dentetsu Line's Shiyakusho-mae Station (Minami-Chitose Town area). The guest rooms, though compact, are designed under the concept of a "new urban Hotel" with high quality, high functionality, and eco-friendliness. Each room is equipped with the original "Cloud Fit" bed for optimal sleep, free Wi-Fi, and a 50-inch LCD TV. The 50-inch LCD TV offers a "free VOD viewing service" with unlimited access to over 200 titles, including movies and anime. Conveniently located near the bed, there are lighting switches and power outlets for charging mobile phones and smartphones.

About a 5-minute drive from Nagano Station and about a 7-minute drive to Zenkoji Temple, this Hotel offers convenient access by car for both business and sightseeing. Room types include Single Rooms for solo guests, as well as Double Rooms and Twin Rooms for two guests. We also offer Japanese-Western style Rooms combining a tatami area and a Western-style area, suitable for families of 3 to 4 guests. Parking is available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis (30 spaces). When the parking lot is full, we can direct you to nearby paid coin-operated parking (800 yen per day). Thank you for your understanding. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building, and all rooms are equipped with washlet toilets. Microwaves are provided on each floor.

Rebranded and reopened in April 2023. Just a 1-minute walk from Nagano Station East Exit. Located right in front of the East Exit. Convenient access to Big Hat and Hokuto Bunka Hall. Close to the bus terminal for Hakuba, Kamikochi, and Shiga Kogen. All Rooms are over 15m². Each Room is equipped with a humidifying air purifier and an electric kettle.

Our main building is a charming thatched-roof farmhouse relocated from the early Meiji period. An irori hearth welcomes you at the entrance, and as you relax in the gentle scent of firewood, you can enjoy the peaceful pace of life unique to Shinshu’s satoyama countryside.For meals, we serve local cuisine made with locally grown vegetables and seasonal ingredients.Our signature Onsen features an open-air bath surrounded by nature, a spacious indoor bath, and fully private reservable baths. Soak in our clear, gentle alkaline simple sulfur cold mineral spring water while taking in breathtaking seasonal views—sunsets, star-filled skies, and dramatic seas of clouds.

Hotel New Nagano Next reopened in April 2020 after a rebranding and renewal. A place to heal the fatigue of travel and bring smiles. To that "Next" encounter. A 2-minute walk from JR Nagano Station Zenkoji Exit. An ideal location for business and leisure. We will guide you to the NEXT door of restful sleep and high-quality, comfortable relaxation.

Just a 2-minute walk away—ideal for business, sightseeing, and shopping. Enjoy our proud natural Onsen in the large public bath; its soft water gently moisturizes the skin and is also known as the “beauty bath.” Perfect for solo travel or business stays, with accommodation for up to 2 guests. Choose a luxury single room with a mini-kitchen, and take advantage of in-room laundry facilities—convenient even for long-term business trips.

A highland resort boasting stunning views located at an altitude of 1,050 meters. Enjoy the beautiful starry sky, night views, sunrise from Shiga Kogen, and the enchanting sea of clouds—truly breathtaking scenery. Indulge in the luxury of doing nothing in a lounge that feels like being above the sky.

The hotel boasts the convenience of being just a one-minute walk from the station, providing easy access to Osaka and Tokyo. We guarantee a comfortable stay in Rooms equipped with air purifiers and Wi-Fi. For long-term stays, a coin laundry is also available. Additionally, Twin Rooms and Double Rooms offer private spaces for guests. Breakfast can be enjoyed at the venue on the 10th floor or in the Room.