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Located on a hilltop, our guest rooms on the upper floors and the open-air baths on the top floor offer breathtaking views of the majestic mountain ranges of Northern Shinshu. Enjoy an extraordinary moment while gazing at the vast scenery that you would never encounter in the city. The private open-air bath "TSUBAKI" is equipped with a mini-bar and multimedia speakers. Guests can enjoy a blissful time with a glass in hand, accompanied by their favorite music as background. In the spring of 2021, we opened guest rooms with open-air baths featuring natural hot spring water, which have been highly praised. Our cuisine, made with premium ingredients such as brand beef, Shinshu beef, fresh seafood directly sourced from the Joetsu market, and carefully selected local produce, is truly exceptional!

Both a 140-year-old traditional Japanese house and a Western-style building rich in Meiji-era Western culture are available for exclusive use. We hope you will experience the beauty of Japanese living that has continued for over a century and the richness of life in Shinshu Suzaka. In your Room, we provide seasonal fruits from Suzaka, the "Fruit Kingdom." During your stay, enjoy beverages such as plum juice made from Shirafuji plums, as well as local sake, craft beer, and regional wines. For breakfast, savor rare sun-dried rice grown locally, which has been highly praised as an exquisite white rice. The grounds, enclosed by walls, are enveloped in tranquility at night. Enjoy moments of stillness as if you have traveled back in time to the Meiji era.

The Japanese garden with only 6 properties offers a relaxing space illuminated by over 100 soft lamps. All guests are gifted 30 minutes of free private bath use, ensuring a private stay. Enjoy the Yudanaka Onsen, which opened approximately 1350 years ago. Meals feature colorful kaiseki cuisine centered on seasonal ingredients from Shinshu, with Shinshu brand beef raised on apples as the main dish.

Kumanoyu Hotel, where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of each season, is located in a place surrounded by nature. The historic sulfur Onsen, with its natural flow directly from the source, changes color depending on the day, and you can relax in the indoor bath made entirely of cypress wood. Additionally, its location, just a 5-minute walk to the Maeyama Lift, is ideal for those who enjoy activities. The spacious Japanese-style rooms allow you to unwind while feeling close to nature, and you can savor local flavors such as Shinshu beef sukiyaki. Furthermore, you can continue to use the Onsen even after check-out, and parking is prioritized for guests.

Issa no Komichi Biyu no Yado is located in the historic Yudanaka Onsen area of Nagano Prefecture, with a history of approximately 1,350 years. Our accommodation is a proud onsen ryokan featuring 100% natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source and stunning views. Relax and unwind while enjoying the onsen loved by enthusiasts and the scenic mountains of Shinshu. Guests staying with us can enjoy free access to three public baths in Yudanaka Onsen nearby. Additionally, our rooftop offers a private open-air bath surrounded by mountains, available for 40 minutes at 2,000 yen. A short drive will take you to Shibu Onsen or Shiga Kogen, and during summer months, Kusatsu Onsen is about an 80-minute drive away—making this area perfect for onsen lovers. We look forward to welcoming you for your ultimate hot spring getaway!

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.

Shiga Kogen Genji Firefly Park is right in front of our lodge! A hidden forest retreat nestled in a birch grove where fireflies dance. In summer, be enchanted by the *magical fireflies* and the *star-filled night sky*. In winter, enjoy endless skiing in the vast Shiga Kogen! Kumanoyu and Yokoteyama Ski Resorts are about a 5-minute drive away, and we also offer free Shuttle Service to the slopes. After relaxing in the renowned spring water Onsen where fireflies thrive, delight in a colorful and carefully crafted creative dinner in our dining room, illuminated by the crackling warmth of a fireplace.