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Shimaya

2.5 star property

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $168
$151 nightly
$168 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11

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Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401
  • Place, Yudanaka Hot Spring
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shibu
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Heiwakannon
    ‪10 min walk‬

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 10 tatami size))

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 10 tatami size)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 10 tatami size)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 8 tatami size)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Yamanouchi

Located in Yamanouchi, Shimaya is just steps from Yudanaka Hot Spring and 3 minutes by foot from Shibu. .This ryokan is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Ryuoo Ski Park.

What's nearby

  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Shibu - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nishimiya Shrine - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Yumiya Shrine - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Heiwakannon - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 7 min walk
  • Kaesa Station - 25 min drive
  • Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪味処 みかさ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ラーメン 徳味 - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪As it. - Craft Beer and Vintage Clothing - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪いさみ寿し - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪中華料理 栄楽 - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Shimaya

Shimaya offers 12 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, bidets, and toilets with an electronic bidet. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours. There are hot springs on site.
Stay in one of 12 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and bidets. Conveniences include safes and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as hot springs and karaoke. This ryokan also features complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the complimentary area shuttle.
Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,600 for adults and JPY 1,600 for children

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately JPY 1600 for adults and JPY 1600 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Shimaya Inn Yamanouchi
Shimaya Inn
Shimaya Yamanouchi
Shimaya
Shimaya Ryokan Hotel Yamanouchi-Machi
Shimaya Ryokan Japan/Yamanouchi-Machi, Nagano Prefecture
Shimaya Ryokan
Shimaya Yamanouchi
Shimaya Ryokan Yamanouchi

Shimaya Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 247 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 247 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 247 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 247 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 247 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with very friendly staff, the offer free transport to the monkey park and the onsen are great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

We loved it there. This town is about a 15 minute walk to Shu
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KRISTA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The gentleman who runs the place is very nice and accommodating. There was hot water and tea waiting for us in our room, which was a delicious, unexpected treat. The bathroom / shower are small, but were clean and served their purposes. The women’s onsen was very relaxing and much needed after a day at the Snow Monkey Park. My family and I enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, comfortable, simple breakfast And good location. It is exactly as described.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property in an incredible area with amazing hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager (owner?) and his wife were incredibly welcoming and pleasant. They take great pride in their hotel and it shows in every aspect of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I will be up front, this is an older property with some older sensibilities, not everything is pristine and glistening and new. What you do get however is one of the most charming bath houses, set against a backdrop of stunning mountains. It is a family run business and they will and do go the extra mile for their guests. I cannot reccomend more than if you are going to see the snow monkey park nearby that you stay here, enjoy the fantastic ambiance, a thoroughly musical breakfast and some of the best and kindest owners you could ask for.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful ryokan operated by a friendly couple - they went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable by letting us borrow boots for the snow and driving us up to the Snow Monkey park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff managing the hotel are warm & very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Liza

Honestly, the rooms were more run-down than I imagined. However, what's lacking in the facility
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great experience staying there. Simple down to earth accommodation with friendly staff and owner. We had a great time there and location is good with nearby restaurants. Good option if you are seeking a clean and comfortable stay with basic amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Mr Yumoto was super friendly and accomodating.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy Stay, Lovely Hosts

Adorable, family owned place with big (for Japan) traditional rooms. The owners are extremely friendly and even drove us to the monkey park. The onsen is clean and very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ichiro, the innkeeper, was very kind and even drove us to the snow money reserve and back free of charge. Nice to experience a traditional Japanese ryokan. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to stay. The onsen was perfect after seeing the monkeys. Got a ride up and back by the owner.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Very traditional japanese style accommodation. Was decent accommodations, but a bit expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean, and close to snow monkeys!! Owner was very hospitable, drove us to/from snow monkey park. Thank you for a very memorable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yik Han

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy place that’s conveniently accessible to Yudanaka station. There’s a convenience store (Lawson) located right outside the train station and on the way to Shimaya. The couple who owns the place is very friendly, often greeting guests at the common area throughout the day. Room is spacious enough for 2, including much space for airing snowboarding attire. Comes with hot water that is replaced everyday, as well as green tea powder if you wish to make your own. Washroom and bathroom are clean. Overall a very pleasant experience, would highly recommend to anyone visiting Nagano and/or snowboarding at Shiga Kogen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel. Mr and Mrs Yumoto were incredible hosts and they have a beautiful property. Do yourself a favor, if up to see the snow monkeys spend a night with them!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb host offered great advice and dropped us off at the entrance to snow monkeys. Room was great traditional room. Ideal location if going to snow monkeys easy walk from the train station
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
charming - excellent service from hosts. as others have mentioned, they gave us a ride up to the monkey park, & to train station upon our departure, for which we were so grateful after a week’s trekking. as vegetarians, we were also super happy with the breakfast offerings. such sweet people, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellinor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious, clean room with a great view. Very friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay!

HIGHLY Recommended! Was a great family trip and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. If you have elderly or children please note there is no elevator and the stairs can be a little challenging so request a low floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hos was really nice
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We highly recommended a stay at Shimaya Ryokan for anyone visiting Yudanaka. The location, cleanliness & attention to detail were outstanding and host/owner Mr Yamuto (apologies if name is spelt incorrectly) went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and that all our needs were met… even driving us to Snow Monkey Park and providing us with maps for the next leg of our trip. A very positive and memorable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025