Shinano-Takehara Station × Recommended Accommodation for a Healing Solo TripRecommended 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 resort harmonizing with the majestic nature of Jōshin'etsu Kōgen National Park. The Okushiga Kōgen Hotel is a Nordic-style resort hotel that complements the beautiful and grand nature of Shiga Kōgen.

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.

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?

A 400-year-old Property located in the center of the Shibu Onsen town. Enjoy a tour of six types of hot springs and 14 baths, all of which are completely private within the Property. Relax your mind and body with 100% natural Onsen water. <The nostalgic town of Shibu Onsen, filled with steam> It is said that Shibu Onsen was discovered by the Buddhist monk Gyoki during the Nara period. Later, the Onsen-ji Temple was established through the contributions of the Sengoku warlord Takeda Shingen. During the battles of Kawanakajima, Shibu Onsen served as a healing place for wounded soldiers. The first proprietor of Kokuya, Ichizaemon, originally ran a rice merchant business called Kokuya but later opened an inn for travelers. Since then, the Property has been cherished by guests, and the current proprietor is the 16th generation.

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 to this “Accommodation in the gorge.” 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. Please take your time enjoying our signature oil fondue in a private dining room.

By the banks of the Yomase River, reflecting the changing seasons. A tranquil Japanese-style property nestled in the embrace of the Shiga Kogen mountains. "Yudanaka Onsen Wafu no Yado Masuya" awaits your visit with heartfelt hospitality, cherishing the traditional Japanese spirit and the beauty of wildflowers.

All 5 rooms feature natural free-flowing Onsen. Enjoy two private open-air baths with no additional charge.

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."

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.

The gentle light of lamps softly illuminates the interior of this riverside house. The renowned Onsen, recognized as a hot spring heritage, changes into five colors depending on the weather and sunlight. ※Currently, there is no open-air bath due to renovations.

Shibu Onsen is a charming hot-spring town known for its atmospheric streets and nine public bathhouses to visit.At “Sakaeya,” you can enjoy gentle, free-flowing Onsen water blended from two different hot springs.Another highlight is the creative Japanese kaiseki cuisine that goes beyond the ordinary.

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?

A popular Ryokan featuring an original natural Onsen blended from three sources. The tatami-matted interior exudes a pleasant aroma of rush grass. Meals are served in a Kaiseki style, emphasizing local ingredients from Nagano Prefecture. Located in front of the central Oyu of Shibu Onsen, it is an ideal location for exploring outdoor baths.

The town of Obuse, known for chestnuts and Hokusai. Experience a journey in Northern Nagano, where time flows differently from the city, and your heart is fulfilled by the seasonal landscapes, ingredients, and culture. The Hotel Obuse is a Hotel where you can choose how to spend your time according to your individual tastes and preferences. With five private rooms and seasonal meals made from Shinshu ingredients, we create a memorable stay in Obuse for our guests. Enjoy a unique and special time with your family or friends.

Madozuki Matsushimaya is a serene Property for adults, limited to two groups per day, renovated from a traditional Japanese house that was once a sake brewery over 130 years old. In the guest rooms utilizing the former brewery, you can relax in a softened mood, as if being gently embraced. At Madozuki Matsushimaya, there are no televisions. Instead, you can admire the radiant moon illuminating the peaks and the star-filled night sky. At Madozuki Matsushimaya, there are no music players. Instead, you can listen to the sound of the wind swaying the rice stalks and the harmonious calls of birds and insects. At Madozuki Matsushimaya, there is no free WiFi. Instead, you can enjoy locally crafted sake and vegetables filled with the passion of their makers, as well as conversations with other guests. Here, you can indulge in the luxury of doing nothing.