Shinano-Takehara Station × Flower-Viewing AccommodationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan for family trips

A new encounter, a single story. Kanbayashi Hotel Senjukaku. The story began with an encounter. It was in 1929 (Showa 4) when the first president of Nagano Electric Railway, Tohei Kozu, met Lieutenant Helseth from Norway. This meeting in Kanbayashi brought together European and Japanese cultures, creating an entirely new culture or space. It was a groundbreaking event where the culture of a Western-style Hotel was incorporated into a traditional Japanese-style Ryokan for the first time. Furthermore, this encounter became the prologue to the development of Kanbayashi Onsen and Shiga Kogen, now renowned as one of Japan's leading international resorts.

Lobby floor fully renovated on August 1, 2018! "Aburaya Tousen" is an accommodation where you can heal your body with the warmth of the hot springs, enjoy heartfelt hospitality, and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Shinshu's mountains reflected in flowing water through all four seasons. This hot spring inn lights a flame in your heart and warms your senses. Once a place where rapeseed oil was pressed and transported, people gathered around lanterns for moments of togetherness. Over time, a bathhouse was built to provide comfort for those seeking healing through hot springs. Now, this inn has expanded its offerings to enhance the joy of traveling and exploring various hot springs. "Aburaya Tousen" invites you to relax at your own pace and enjoy an extended stay while savoring every moment leisurely.

Opened on September 2, 2007. Named “Masuichi Kyakuden” from the owner’s wish: “We would have loved to welcome you into our own home…”. Designed by architect John Morford—who also designed “Kurabu” and the main store of Masuichi Ichimura Sake Brewery—this Accommodation is his vision of where he would want to stay when visiting Obuse. Centered around three earthen storehouses relocated from a long-established sugar wholesaler in Nagano, it comprises seven wooden buildings, with interiors fully furnished in Western style.

A refined sukiya-style retreat nestled along a lush, verdant gorge. All buildings, including the guest rooms, face the Matsukawa Gorge—spring and summer bring fresh greenery as a “gorge-side Accommodation.” In autumn, it becomes a “healing hot spring” floating amid crimson mountains, and in winter, a “moment of tranquility” wrapped in white. This Accommodation offers breathtaking views throughout the year, in every season. For dining, please take your time savoring our signature oil fondue in a private dining room.

Surrounded by the lush greenery of Matsukawa Valley, cherished by many literary figures, Yamada Onsen, known as the "inner parlor of Zenkoji-daira," continues to convey the classic and charming atmosphere of onsen through Yamada-kan, a property with over 210 years of history.

A traditional Sukiya-style accommodation with 5 rooms, each featuring a private open-air bath, opening on March 1, 2024.Here, you can relax to your heart's content. As an annex of the historic "Shinshu Yudanaka Onsen Yorozuya," which has been welcoming guests since the Edo Kansei era, this new accommodation will be reborn on March 1, 2024. The previous Matsusho-so was designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property in 2003 and cherished by many until it was lost to fire in 2021. Despite this loss, with encouragement from numerous supporters, we are proud to announce its revival as the new "Matsusho-so" on March 1, 2024. The building incorporates design elements of the original Matsusho-so while embracing traditional Sukiya architecture that harmonizes with nature. Each room features a private open-air bath overlooking a small garden where guests can enjoy seasonal landscapes. We have created a space that feels "new yet somehow nostalgic." We look forward to welcoming you warmly at this new location. Selected for the Michelin Key Hotel Selection 2025: "1 MICHELIN Key 2025."

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.

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.

A Tyrolean-style pension nestled in the forest of the pension village adjacent to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. Known for the warm hospitality of its kind female owner and the highly praised homemade dishes made with seasonal local ingredients. Popular among seniors and families, it also attracts many international guests, creating a cosmopolitan atmosphere. It serves as the office for "Madarao Jazz," and jazz concerts are held at the pension in November and March. The area is bustling with skiers and hikers exploring the Shinetsu Trail.

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.

A highland Hotel at an altitude of 1650m, boasting stunning views of Shiga and exquisite cuisine. Enjoy Western-style kaiseki meals infused with mountain flavors, and freshly baked bread from the bakery is also highly praised. The Onsen features large baths with open-air baths for both men and women, allowing you to relax in the refreshing highland breeze. Perfect for summer trekking and escaping the heat, as well as enjoying a snow resort in winter.

Enjoy the beauty of Ryuoo Highland throughout the four seasons. During the green season, you can experience the refreshing greenery from cherry blossoms to birch trees and enjoy the breathtaking views from the Sora Terrace via the ropeway. The sea of clouds is a must-see at least once. In autumn, the view of the autumn foliage spreads out below from the summit of Mount Ryuoo. In the winter season, the Property is located just a 0-minute walk from the slopes! While access to the Property is via a snowcat, you can immediately enjoy skiing and snowboarding. Additionally, the Property's own gymnasium and grounds are available for training camps and tournaments. There is also a campsite and fish-catching experience, making it suitable for a wide range of guests, from families to solo travelers. We look forward to welcoming you with a variety of Plans.

Located in Shiga Kogen, Nagano Prefecture, our Property welcomes you with the concept of "A Place for Those Without a Hometown." Passed down from our grandfather's generation, we offer a warm and homely stay. Enjoy a cozy time with a communal space for meals made with care, and a relaxing hot bath that will make you want to say, "I'm home." In the vast natural surroundings of Shiga Kogen, you can experience seasonal activities throughout the year: skiing and snowboarding in winter, flowers and wild vegetables in spring, trekking, canyoning, and firefly watching in summer, and the vibrant autumn foliage in fall. At Sachi no Yu, located at an altitude of 1,600 meters in Shiga Kogen, you can enjoy unique experiences such as the famous "Starry Sky Tent Sauna," a professional "Ski Simulator," and a "Concierge Desk" offering local insights. For meals, we serve dishes made with local and seasonal ingredients, along with the full range of Shiga Kogen Beer! We also offer carefully selected local sake, wine, and soft drinks, which are highly enjoyed by our guests. Additionally, as a space connecting fascinating people and content related to Nagano (an adult retreat), we value creating opportunities for guests to interact with each other. Beyond just providing accommodation, we host various events and activities. Whether you want to immerse yourself in nature and extraordinary experiences or connect with diverse people, we warmly welcome you to our Property.