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      Shibu Onsen Kokuya Hotel - Yamanouchi (Nagano)

      $$$$||View on mapYamanouchi (Nagano), Japan2220 Hirao, Yamanochimachi, Shimotakai-Gun, Yamanouchi (Nagano), Japan, 381-0401|
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      Shibu Onsen Kokuya Hotel Yamanouchi Interior photo The photo shows the exterior of a traditional Japanese building at dusk or night. The building has a low, flat roof with a dark overhang. The facade is primarily a warm, golden color, likely wood, and features several doorways and windows. The main
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      Shibu Onsen Kokuya Hotel Yamanouchi Exterior photo The photo shows a close-up view of a wooden building, likely a traditional Japanese structure. The walls are made of vertical wooden planks, and several wooden plaques with Japanese characters are affixed to the wall. A horizontal metal pipe runs a
      75 photos
      Shibu Onsen Kokuya Hotel Yamanouchi Exterior photo The photo shows the exterior of a traditional Japanese inn or guesthouse at night. The building is a two-story structure with a warm, inviting glow emanating from the entrance. The ground floor features a wide, open entrance with wooden framed door
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      Shibu Onsen Kokuya Hotel Yamanouchi Interior photo The photo shows a traditional Japanese onsen (hot spring bath). The water is a dark, slightly murky green, and the bottom of the tub is tiled with small, dark blue and grey stones arranged in a mosaic pattern. The tub is surrounded by a rustic ston
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      Shibu Onsen Kokuya Hotel Yamanouchi Exterior photo This is a photograph showcasing an interior view looking out through a large, prominent window into a courtyard or garden space, likely during the cooler or early winter months. Here's a detailed description: **The View (Outside):** * **Architectur
      Shibu Onsen Kokuya Hotel - Yamanouchi (Nagano)
      2220 Hirao, Yamanochimachi, Shimotakai-Gun, Yamanouchi (Nagano), Japan, 381-0401·View on map
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      9.1Perfect
      Free WiFi10.0
      Location9.4
      Staff9.4
      Comfort9.2
      Facilities9.2
      Who stays here
      Couples49%
      Families30%
      Groups12%
      Solo9%

      Overview

      Overall Score
      Perfect
      9.1Perfect
      Free WiFi10.0
      Location9.4
      Staff9.4
      Comfort9.2
      Facilities9.2
      Who stays here
      Couples49%
      Families30%
      Groups12%
      Solo9%

      400-year-old Japanese-style ryokan with private outdoor hot spring baths and direct access to 9 public onsens in Shibu Onsen, Nagano

      Hot Springs & Wellness

      Shibu Onsen Kokuya offers 9 indoor and outdoor hot springs, some of which can be reserved for private use. Guests also receive a key to 9 public onsens in the village, each with different mineral properties. The on-site Zen Spa provides massage treatments, while the open-air baths allow guests to soak while overlooking the Japanese Alps.

      Rooms & Accommodations

      All rooms at Kokuya feature tatami-mat flooring and futon bedding. Each room includes a private outdoor open-air hot spring bath, and the exclusive Kuon suite offers a separate entrance, two private onsens, and a sauna. The superior and deluxe Japanese-style rooms provide additional space and views of the surrounding mountain town.

      Dining

      Two on-site restaurants, Nagaoan and Yawaragi, serve traditional local cuisine made from Shinshu ingredients. Guests enjoy a multi-course kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast, which can be adapted for dietary restrictions with advance notice. Private dining booths are available, and a Western breakfast can be requested ahead of time.

      Location & Activities

      Kokuya is located 2 mi from Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, the only hot spring area where wild monkeys bathe in winter. The hotel offers a free shuttle to Yudanaka Station and to the snow monkey park entrance each morning. Nearby attractions include Joshin'etsukogen National Park and the Sake Storehouse Art Museum.

      Services & Amenities

      The ryokan provides free luggage storage at Yudanaka Station, allowing guests to visit the monkey park hands-free on departure. Additional on-site amenities include bicycle rental, karaoke, and a souvenir shop. A 24-hour front desk, laundry service, and meeting/banquet facilities are also available.

      • Location: 2 mi from Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, free shuttle to station and park
      • Rooms: Tatami-floored rooms with private outdoor hot spring bath, Kuon suite with sauna
      • Dining: Two on-site restaurants (Nagaoan, Yawaragi) serving local Shinshu cuisine with private dining
      • Wellness: 9 indoor/outdoor hot springs, private bath reservations, Zen Spa massages
      • Services: Luggage storage at Yudanaka Station, complimentary station/park shuttle, bicycle rental
      Good to know
      Check-in/Check-out
      from 15:00-20:00
      from 08:00-10:00
      Amenities
      High-speed internet access is available in the hotel rooms for free.
      Other information
      Children & extra beds
      There are no cribs provided in a room. 
      Pets
      Pets are not allowed.
      Languages
      English, Spanish, Japanese, Thai
      Building
      Number of rooms:13
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      Rooms and availability

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      Family Room
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        4 persons
      • Bed options:
        2 Double beds
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      Japanese-Style Room
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        4 persons
      • Bed options:
        3 Sofa beds4 Sofa beds2 Double beds
      • Shower
      • Coffee machine
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      Family Shared Bathroom Room
      • Max:
        4 persons
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      Facilities

      Main facilities

      Internet

      Internet access

      Parking

      Off-site parking lot

      Baggage storage
      24-hour services

      24-hour reception

      24-hour security

      Food/ Drinks

      Restaurant

      Shuttle

      Free shuttle service

      Spa and relaxation

      Massage

      Turkish bath

      Laundry

      Sports & Fitness

      • Skiing
      • Cycling

      Services

      • Free shuttle service
      • Room service
      • Housekeeping
      • Laundry

      Dining

      • Restaurant
      • Special diet menus

      Business

      • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
      • Fax/Photocopying

      Children

      • Children's menu

      Spa & Leisure

      • Karaoke
      • Entertainment
      • Turkish bath
      • Massage
      • Hot spring bath
      • Open-air bath
      • Public Bath

      Room features

      • Air conditioning
      • Heating
      • Mini-bar
      • Tea and coffee facilities
      • Dining table

      Bathroom

      • Free toiletries

      Self-catering

      • Electric kettle
      • Dryer

      Media

      • Flat-screen TV
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      Essential information about Shibu Onsen Kokuya Hotel

      💵 Lowest room price 651 US$
      📏 Distance to center 1.1 mi
      ✈️ Distance to airport 64.4 mi
      🧳 Nearest airport Matsumoto, MMJ

      Location

      2220 Hirao, Yamanochimachi, Shimotakai-Gun, Yamanouchi (Nagano), Japan, 381-0401
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      2220 Hirao, Yamanochimachi, Shimotakai-Gun, Yamanouchi (Nagano), Japan, 381-0401
      • City landmarks
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      Zoo
      Jigokudani Monkey Park
      1.7 mi
      Landmark
      Sekai Heiwa Kannon
      100 yd
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      Shibu Onsen
      200 yd
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      Sake Storehouse Art Museum
      200 yd
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      Shiga Highlands Roman Museum
      200 yd
      Bridges
      Shibuyu Bridge
      200 yd
      Landmark
      Otozan Onsenji Temple
      200 yd
      Landmark
      Baio-ji Temple
      200 yd
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      Kaede no Yakata
      1.1 mi
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      Yumiya Shrine
      200 yd
      Gallery
      Tamamura Honten
      200 yd
      Landmark
      Minzoku Shiryokan Gosetsu No Yakata
      200 yd
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      Emmei Tabako Jizo
      200 yd
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      Ishi Hot Spring
      200 yd
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      Onsenji
      200 yd
      Landmark
      Issa Seisensui Kinen Haiku Shiryokan Tokuntei
      200 yd
      2238 Hirao
      Shibuyu Shrine
      100 yd
      Restaurant
      Tamagawa Main Shop
      100 yd
      Restaurant
      Sobadokoro Yariya
      100 yd
      Restaurant
      Teppa Room
      100 yd
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      The Farmhouse
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      Reviews of Shibu Onsen Kokuya Hotel

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      Guests say: exceptional stay
      rated 9+
      4.8/ 5
      17 reviews
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      348 reviews
      4.8/ 5
      44 reviews
      8.9/ 10
      28 reviews
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