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Boasting open-air hot spring baths, a heated indoor pool and beautiful Japanese gardens, Senjukaku offers traditional Japanese-style accommodation that has a historic charm. Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park is about 30-40 minute walk on foot. Offering mountain views, all rooms are fitted with traditional tatami (woven-straw) flooring and a low table with seating cushions. In-room amenities include a flat-screen TV and a fridge. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Free WiFi is available in all rooms. While staying at Senjukaku Ryokan, guests can unwind at the spacious public bathing area or reserve one of the cosy family baths for private use. There is an art gallery space at the lobby, showcasing Japanese drawings. A gift shop is also available on site. The ryokan serves various seasonal Japanese dishes, prepared with organic vegetables and local beef. The property offers free pick-up shuttles from Yudanaka Station, an 8-minute drive away.

On just a 5-minute drive from Yudanaka Station, Wafu-no-Yado MASUYA features beautiful Japanese-style rooms, hot spring baths and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms boast a private outdoor hot spring bath. Masuya Wafu no Yado is a 15-minute drive from the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, as well as from the Heiwa Kannon (Peace Statue). Zenko-ji Temple is an hour’s drive away. The spacious, bright rooms at Masuya are comfortably furnished with tatami-mat flooring and traditional futon bedding. They come with a seating area, satellite TV and a fridge. Guests at the Wafu no Yado can soak in spacious indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, or take a flower pressing class. Ladies can choose from 50 colourful gowns to use. The Japanese hot spring experience is complete with award-winning multi-course dinners, served in private dining rooms. Delicious local specialities can also be ordered separately.

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A 3-minute walk from Yudanaka Station, Hotel Tsubakino features indoor and outdoor hot spring baths with a vista of snowy mountain peaks. The hotel offers Japanese-style rooms with free Wi-Fi. From Tsubakino Hotel it is a 40-minute drive to Jigokudani Monkey Park, as well as to the Hokusai-kan Museum in Obuse Town. Guestrooms feature tatami-mat flooring and traditional futon bedding. They are fitted with a TV and an electric kettle. En suite bathrooms come with a shower. Tsubakino’s hot-spring baths are public or reservable for private use, for a fee. Massage service is available. The hotel houses a souvenir shop. Hotel Tsubakino’s restaurant serves Japanese multi-course dinners featuring Shinshu beef and fresh local vegetables. For breakfast, guests can opt between Western and local dishes.

Aburaya Tousen offers luxurious contemporary Japanese-style accommodation with an amazing 11 types of hot-spring baths and free WiFi. On just a 7-minute walk from Yudanaka Station, the hotel boasts outdoor hot spring baths with mountain views, a spa and a restaurant. The spacious rooms feature a serene decor of sliding paper screens, tatami-mat flooring, and traditional futons. All rooms have a seating area, and some have an outdoor hot spring bath. Guests at Tousen Aburaya can dream away in an outdoor public or private bath, and enjoy the sauna or a relaxing massage. The hotel offers karaoke facilities. Restaurant Nanohanakoji offers private dining rooms, where culinary treats of seasonal local dishes can be enjoyed in a tranquil contemporary Japanese atmosphere.

Located in the Shibu hot-spring district, guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor hot-spring baths at Suminoyu.　 A free shuttle is offered from Yudanaka Train Station, which is a 10-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms have tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. A TV, fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags are provided in each. Rooms come with a private toilet but bathrooms are shared. Free Wi-Fi is accessible at the lobby and local products can be purchased at the gift shop. Luggage storage is available. Japanese dishes featuring local ingredients are available at the ryokan. Please note that we are unable to accommodate food allergies or vegetarian dietary requirements. Additionally, we cannot make any changes or substitutions to the menu items. Suminoyu Inn is a 10-minute drive from Snow Monkey Park and a 25-minute drive from Shiga Kogen Ski Resort. Heiwa Kannon is a 15-minute walk away.

A 5-minute walk from Yudanaka Train Station, Tawaraya offers Japanese-style accommodations with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. Guests can relax in the indoor and outdoor hot-spring baths and wear colorful Japanese Yukata robes. Massages can be requested for an extra cost. The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. A safety deposit box, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags are included in each. Rooms come with a private toilet but bathrooms are shared with all other guests. An outdoor hot-spring bath can be reserved for private-use and guests can enjoy looking out into the traditional garden. Dry cleaning and daily newspaper services are available at the front desk. Local products can be purchased at the souvenir shop. Traditional multi-course meals featuring local ingredients are served for dinner and a Japanese set-menu for breakfast. All meals are served at the dining room. Tawaraya Ryokan is a 10-minute drive from Snow Monkey Park and a 15-minute walk from Heiwa Kannon. Shiga Kogen Ski Resort is a 30-minute drive away.

Yudanaka Seifuso is located in the Yudanaka hot springs area, surrounded by scenic mountains. It features 3 hot spring baths and traditional Japanese-style rooms with tatami-mat (woven-straw) flooring. This hotel was selected as one of the Best Inns in Japan by TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award 2015.2016.2018.2020. Yudanaka Seifuso has an ideal location for visiting Snow Monkey Park (Jigokudani Yaen Koen), just 5 km away. It is only a 2-minute walk from Yudanaka Train Station. All rooms offer traditional Japanese-style futon bedding and have free Wi-Fi. Toilets are shared. Guests use the hot spring baths and attached shower facilities for bathing. The hotel’s hot spring baths are open 24 hours, and 1 of them can be reserved for private use without charge. A souvenir shop and table tennis are also on site. Breakfast is Japanese-style. Dinner is also available and features Japanese specialities made with Shinshu beef and other fresh local products. Meals require an additional fee and advance notice.

Just a 2-minute walk from the Maruike ski resort, Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen offers indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, rooms with free Wi-Fi and a launderette. It features both Japanese-style and Western rooms. Japanese-style rooms feature with tatami mat (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding while all rooms come with heating facilities and an LCD TV. Some rooms have a fridge and an en suite bathroom. Guests can relax in the outdoor hot spring with nature views, unwind in a public bath indoors, or soak in a private-use hot spring bath. A Japanese daily breakfast and dinner are served in the hotel’s restaurant. Shigakogen Shirakabaso Hotel is just a 15-minute drive (and then 30-minute walk) from the Snow Monkey Park. The nearest bus stop is Hasuike bus stop, 2 minute's walk away.

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Fujiiso offers accommodation in the Yamada Onsen Area in Takayama Village of Kamitakai District in Nagano Prefecture. There is a shared lounge and gift shop at the property. All rooms have a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms include a seating area where you can relax. Each room comes with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. Nagano Station is approximately a 50-minute drive away from Fujiiso, while Karuizawa Station can be reached in 120 minutes via car.

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Hanaingen is an adult only accommodation situated in Kusatsu, just a 2-minute walk from Yubatake, or the hot water field in Kusatsu Onsen. Free private parking is available on site and free WiFi is available in all guest rooms. Guests who check-in before 18:00 will receive complimentary welcome sweets. Every room at this ryokan is air conditioned and comes with a TV. The entire property is non-smoking. There are 4 different types of private baths available on site that staying guests can use for free. The baths are equipped with shampoo, conditioner and soap created by Shiseido with Kusatsu Onsen. Complimentary breakfast that features healthy beans is provided at this property. Gozanoyu, a hot springs bath facility is a 2-minute walk away while Ohtakinoyu is a 7-minute walk from the property. Sainokawara open-air bath is a 15-minute walk or 5-minute drive from the property. Kusatsu Kokusai Ski Resort is 1.1 km from the property.

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Nakajimaya Ryokan is a 5-minute walk from Nozawa Onsen Bus Stop. The bus stop is a 25-minute direct bus ride from JR Iiyama Station. The accommodation is a small Japanese-style ryokan in a quiet location, a 5-minute walk from the main street. Guests can enjoy the natural hot spring bath on site. Free parking is available, and free WiFi access is provided in public areas and in the guest room. Guest rooms offer both air conditioning and heating facilities. Rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) flooring, traditional futon bedding and paper screen doors. Each room has an electric kettle, a personal safe and a fridge. The Ryokan offers 2 indoor public baths, one for each gender. Guests can enjoy Japanese dishes for breakfast at the dining room. Ryokan Nakajimaya is 5 metres from Kumano Te-Arai-Yu and 550 metres from Yu Road Escalator (Connecting Nozawa Onsen Village and the ski area).

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