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True to its name, countless stars sparkle across the night sky, while by day majestic nature welcomes you.“Kogetsu,” nestled in the tranquility of Okuyamada Onsen in Nagano, is a refined Accommodation with just 10 guest rooms, offering a sophisticated stay.Cherishing traditional Japanese aesthetics, the rooms range from calm tatami-style spaces with a veranda to spacious layouts featuring an irori hearth—each distinct yet quietly dignified.From the dining area, sweeping views of the Northern Alps unfold like a painting, creating memorable moments alongside cuisine that highlights local ingredients.This is an Accommodation where you can enjoy a high-quality retreat that gently unwinds the mind amid nature’s stillness.

Panoramic views of Mt. Hokushin-Godake and the Northern Alps. Below lies the Shiga Kogen Highlands and the beech-forest valley of Bunadaira. An exceptional location at an altitude of 1,600 m. Here at Happo Onsen in Shiga Kogen, beautiful scenery welcomes you in every season. From outdoor activities to yoga with breathtaking views of the Northern Alps, summer retreats, and therapeutic stays, enjoy resort time immersed in nature. Choose a Room to suit your stay—special suites, view Rooms with a private bath (limited to two guests), or standard Rooms. Escape the bustle and unwind at your own pace.

The hotel, located at the foot of Shiga Kogen, is convenient as a base for sightseeing to Zenkoji, Obuse, and Matsushiro. Renowned for its Onsen sourced from the famous Hoshikawa Onsen, it offers abundant water with a soft texture that is highly praised. Rooms range from 10 to 18 tatami mats, including special rooms with excellent views. Guests can enjoy karaoke for free. Choose your favorite dishes from the Japanese, Western, and Chinese buffet.

Our Accommodation is a guesthouse with private Rooms only, welcoming solo travelers on their first trip, couples, and small groups.It is recommended for guests who want to chat and exchange travel tips with the host and other guests in the evening, but still sleep comfortably in a private Room. Our Facility is simple and self-service, but we do our best to ensure everyone has a pleasant stay.・This is a self-service Accommodation.・Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the building. (A designated smoking area is available outdoors.)・This Accommodation offers opportunities to exchange information with the host and other guests.・For first-time Reservations, we accept up to 2 friends traveling together; groups of 3 or more are accepted for families only.・Parties in Rooms are not allowed.・We value quiet time. (Guests who want to be loud or lively will be declined.)・Lights-out time is 10:30 PM. This Accommodation is not suitable for guests who want to stay up late.・Not suitable for guests who do not value privacy or find manners and consideration bothersome.

Hotel Japan Shiga, located at 1,700 meters in Ichinose, Shiga Kogen, is an Accommodation where you can fully enjoy nature in every season. Just a 1-minute walk to the ski slopes, you can enjoy outstanding snow for skiing in winter, wild vegetable picking and trekking in spring and summer, and autumn leaf viewing in fall—all year round. All rooms are spacious 14-tatami Japanese-style rooms, offering a relaxing stay. Meals feature a wide variety of dishes that make balanced use of local ingredients. In particular, the authentic yakiniku made with Shinshu beef raised on locally grown apples is a must-try. You can also enjoy displays from our music box doll collection and a pin badge collection from the Nagano Winter Olympics.

In winter, the renowned ski and snowboard haven 'Shiga Kogen', along with the chestnut and Hokusai town 'Obuse', as well as other attractions like 'Yudanaka Shibu Onsen' and 'Nozawa Onsen', are conveniently located as a hub for Northern Shinshu tourism. ■ Free buffet breakfast ■ Wi-Fi connectivity ■ WOWOW viewing available ■ Free parking ■ 24-hour front desk ■ Separate male and female large baths ■ Coin-operated laundry and dryer available ■ Paid cleaning service available.

Property located just a 2-minute walk from Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. Enjoy seasonal landscapes from the open-air bath and breathtaking views of Oku-Shinano from the lobby and mountain-side rooms. In addition to the snow season, the green season with its vibrant greenery offers activities such as trekking and mountain biking in Madarao Kogen. There are three types of rooms: Japanese-Western, Western, and Japanese, all non-smoking. We provide flavorful dishes prepared with local seasonal ingredients.

/ Winter Information /■ Right next to Giant Ski Resort! Hasuike Ski Resort is also a 3-minute walk away!■ Convenient location—Hasuike Hiroba bus stop is a 3-minute walk away■ Our popular family Plan: up to 2 children stay free + one-coin rental for children■ Winter only! Very popular dinner cake corner/ Spring to Autumn Information /■ Take a deep breath by Lake Hasuike. The photogenic Hasuike Pond, popular with photography lovers, is right in front of the property■ The family Plan with up to 2 children staying free is also well received■ Located at a junction in Shiga Kogen—ideal as a base for walking and exploring　The Nature Exploration Course is just a short drive from our property!

Situated at an altitude of 1000m in the Madarao Highlands, the "Madarao Highland Hotel" offers a relaxing space surrounded by nature. The entire hotel is non-smoking, providing a clean environment with facilities such as relaxation rooms, open-air baths, and saunas to refresh both body and mind. The restaurant, featuring Shinshu cuisine made with local ingredients, and the tea lounge, known for its handmade sweets, are also highlights.

In front of the Takamagahara ski slope in Shiga Kogen. After skiing, refresh your body and mind at the highest natural Onsen in Shiga Kogen. Meals are prepared daily, and children's meals are available for toddlers. Rooms range from 6 to 18 tatami mats and are equipped with a bidet toilet, washbasin, safe, TV, and telephone. Additionally, cooler box rentals and an ice vending machine are available at the front desk.

Yudanaka Onsen Yasuragi-kan offers the enjoyment of the natural flow of hot spring water from Asayo Onsen. You can indulge in the ancient-style baths, featuring a fragrant cypress bath and a tile-constructed bath, as well as the Ryugu Bath, which boasts a spacious and open atmosphere with large windows. The 22-tatami spacious Room allows for a comfortable stay even for large groups. Additionally, the men's and women's baths switch after dinner and breakfast, allowing you to enjoy both styles. We take great care to prepare the seasonal flavors of Shinshu in the most delicious way possible.

At this property, boasting abundant onsen and large baths, you can fully enjoy the seasonal scenery of Shiga Kogen through the open windows. The 10-tatami Japanese-style room, accommodating 2-6 people, is equipped with a TV, refrigerator, and hot water pot. Meals are prepared using local mountain vegetables, ensuring a healthy and universally appealing taste. Additionally, you can enjoy special dishes such as seasonal mountain vegetable tempura, beef steak, and Iwana fish bone sake.