Shinano-Takehara Station × Western-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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.