Uotoshi Ryokan - Yamanouchi (Nagano)

2-star traditional ryokan in Nagano with natural hot spring baths

Accommodations

Uotoshi Ryokan Yamanouchi offers twin or deluxe twin rooms with tatami flooring, futon bedding, and air-conditioning. Each room includes a TV and a dining corner with green tea and coffee. Guests sleep in a traditional Japanese setting with a kotatsu table for winter warmth.

Amenities

The ryokan provides free private parking and a 24-hour hot spring bath (onsen) with separate men's and women's areas. Laundry service, luggage storage, and a vending machine are available on site. Pets are allowed, making it a convenient choice for travelers with animals.

Dining

Guests receive an excellent Japanese-style breakfast each morning, featuring rice, fish, and local vegetables. The meal is served in the communal dining area, and hot water and tea are replenished daily in the room. Dinner can be arranged on request (not included in standard rates).

Location & Activities

Uotoshi Ryokan sits 3 miles from Jigokudani Monkey Park and 6 miles from Ryuoo Ski Park. Cycling and skiing are popular nearby, and the ryokan offers fax/photocopying services for business needs. Matsumoto Airport is 64 miles away, with Yudanaka Station a 10-minute walk.

Guest Experience

The ryokan is highly rated for its friendly host who speaks English, the delicious breakfast, and the convenient location near shops and restaurants. The family has run Uotoshi Ryokan for 80 years, providing a welcoming environment for solo travelers, couples, and families. A free shuttle to the monkey park is offered by the owner.

• Accommodations: Traditional tatami rooms with futon and kotatsu
• Amenities: 24-hour hot spring bath, free parking, pet-friendly
• Dining: Excellent Japanese breakfast included
• Location: 3 miles to Jigokudani Monkey Park, 10 min walk to station
• Service: Free shuttle to monkey park, English-speaking host