Shinano-Takehara Station × Lohas-Style AccommodationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

Nestled deep within the Jōshin'etsu Kōgen National Park, showcasing the beauty of all four seasons. Hotel Grand Phoenix Okushiga stands amidst rich nature. In winter, it serves as a ski resort with an excellent location and powder snow, while from spring to autumn, it becomes a highland resort to enjoy the seasonal scenery, offering you a relaxing and leisurely time.

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.

For 200 years since its founding, Yorozuya has been cherished by generations of guests.With an Onsen flow rate of 253 liters per minute—the largest in Yudanaka Onsen—and three private hot spring sources, it offers an exceptional bathing experience. Among them, the grand bathhouse “Momoyama Bath” is a registered Tangible Cultural Property, featuring a magnificent all-wood temple-style structure. Enjoy the liberating feeling of this vast space that feels like stepping back in time.For dinner, we offer kaiseki cuisine showcasing seasonal delicacies from Northern Shinshu in three different course grades. Savor local specialties such as Shinshu beef raised on apples, river fish, and handmade soba noodles. Why not create unforgettable memories at Yorozuya, where you can truly feel the warmth of traditional hospitality shaped by centuries of history?

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.

Hotarutei Villas is a luxurious private villa that opened in October 2023. The space, exceeding 100 square meters, features two bedrooms, a spacious living room, an open terrace, and an open-air hot spring bath with natural flowing water, offering a luxurious experience in harmony with nature. During your stay, enjoy meals made with the finest local ingredients from Nagano at "Hotarutei," a restaurant housed in a modernly renovated traditional farmhouse over 170 years old. With the concept of "Onkotakushin – Learning from the past to create the new," we provide a rich and relaxing time in a space where tradition and modernity blend seamlessly.

A Ryokan with an Onsen featuring an open-air bath overlooking the beauty of the valley. The small bird bath in the sky, overlooking the breathtaking view of Matsukawa Valley, is a healing space that feels enveloped by nature. Spend special moments immersed in the sounds of the stream and the beauty of the trees showcasing their seasonal expressions.

The onsen at the property is built in a traditional all-Hinoki bathhouse style. The water is soft, warms the body from the core, and leaves the skin smooth. The cuisine primarily uses local ingredients, allowing you to experience the seasons of Northern Shinano. Additionally, the charm of Shibu Onsen lies in its onsen town. Why not wear wooden clogs and enjoy the Showa-era atmosphere along the stone-paved streets of the onsen town?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 guesthouse renovated from a 140-year-old traditional Japanese house located in the heart of Shinshu Suzaka. A small guesthouse with only 4 Rooms. This town is perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of the city and spending a relaxing time. Convenient access to Zenkoji Temple, Obuse, and Togakushi. Travelers from all over the world, across Japan, and locals from Suzaka gather in the lounge. Our staff, well-versed in the local area, will kindly guide you with recommended information about the surroundings. There are many restaurants within walking distance from the Property. There is also a day-use Onsen Facility nearby. While most of our guests are solo travelers, we warmly welcome guesthouse beginners and families as well! Why not come and enjoy meeting travel enthusiasts you might not usually encounter? Our friendly and talkative staff are here to welcome you!

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.

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.