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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
      75 photos
      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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      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%

      Traditional Japanese hot spring ryokan with private open-air baths, 3 km from Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park

      Rooms & Baths

      Shibu Onsen Kokuya Hotel Yamanouchi offers traditional Japanese-style rooms with tatami-mat flooring and futon bedding. Each room includes a seating area, flat-screen TV, minibar, and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel's standout accommodation is the Kuon room, a premium suite with its own private entrance, two private onsens, and a sauna.

      Hot Springs & Wellness

      Kokuya Ryokan features 9 indoor and outdoor hot springs, all available for private reservation with 45-minute slots. Guests can also book treatments at the Zen Spa, including massages. The hotel provides a master key to 9 public bathhouses in the town of Shibu Onsen, each with different mineral waters.

      Dining

      Two on-site restaurants, Nagaoan and Yawaragi, serve traditional local cuisine using seasonal Shinshu ingredients. Meals are presented as multi-course kaiseki dinners and Japanese-style breakfasts in private dining spaces. The kitchen accommodates dietary restrictions, including vegetarian and Western breakfast upon advance request.

      Location & Activities

      The hotel is located 3 km from Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and offers a free shuttle to the park entrance each morning. Shibu Onsen Kokuya is also within walking distance of Shiga Kogen national park, ideal for hiking and skiing. Guests receive a key to access the 9 public onsens in the historic town, which is known as the only hot spring area where wild monkeys bathe.

      Services & Amenities

      Kokuya Ryokan provides a free shuttle service to and from Yudanaka Station upon request. The hotel arranges luggage storage at Yudanaka Station on departure day and offers a morning shuttle to the Snow Monkey Park. On-site entertainment includes karaoke equipment, bicycle rental, and a souvenir shop with drink vending machines.

      • Location: 3 km from Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, in Shibu Onsen hot spring town
      • Rooms: Traditional tatami rooms with private open-air hot spring baths
      • Dining: Kaiseki meals at Nagaoan and Yawaragi restaurants
      • Wellness: 9 private and communal onsens, Zen Spa with massage
      • Service: Free shuttle to Yudanaka Station, Monkey Park, and luggage storage
      • Unique: Kuon room with two private onsens and sauna
      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 cots 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
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        2 Double beds
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      Japanese-Style Room
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        4 persons
      • Bed options:
        3 Sofa beds2 Double beds
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      Facilities

      Main facilities

      Internet

      Internet access

      Parking

      Off-site car park

      Luggage 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 183 £
      📏 Distance to centre 1.7 km
      ✈️ Distance to airport 103.7 km
      🧳 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
      2.7 km
      Landmark
      Sekai Heiwa Kannon
      830 m
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      Shibu Onsen
      1.1 km
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      Sake Storehouse Art Museum
      1.1 km
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      Shiga Highlands Roman Museum
      1.2 km
      Bridge
      Shibuyu Bridge
      1.1 km
      Landmark
      Otozan Onsenji Temple
      1.2 km
      Landmark
      Baio-ji Temple
      1.1 km
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      Kaede no Yakata
      1.8 km
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      Yumiya Shrine
      1.6 km
      Gallery
      Tamamura Honten
      1.1 km
      Landmark
      Minzoku Shiryokan Gosetsu No Yakata
      1.1 km
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      Emmei Tabako Jizo
      1.1 km
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      Ishi Hot Spring
      1.1 km
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      Onsenji
      1.2 km
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      Issa Seisensui Kinen Haiku Shiryokan Tokuntei
      1.2 km
      2238 Hirao
      Shibuyu Shrine
      40 m
      Restaurant
      Tamagawa Main Shop
      90 m
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      Sobadokoro Yariya
      150 m
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      Teppa Room
      550 m
      Restaurant
      The Farmhouse
      1.9 km

      Reviews of Shibu Onsen Kokuya Hotel

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      Guests say: exceptional stay
      rated 9+
      4.8/ 5
      17 reviews
      9.1/ 10
      347 reviews
      4.8/ 5
      44 reviews
      8.9/ 10
      28 reviews
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