Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Shibu. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, this ryokan is within a short drive of Shiga Kogen Ski Area.
Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) - 96 min drive
Yudanaka Station - 24 min walk
Zenkojishita Station - 28 min drive
Nagano (QNG) - 31 min drive
Free area shuttle
Restaurants
味処 みかさ - 3 min drive
猿座カフェ (ENZA Cafe) - 3 min drive
The Farmhouse - 3 min drive
穂垂亭 HOTARU TEI - 2 min drive
ラーメン 徳味 - 3 min walk
About this property
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Shibu. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, this ryokan is within a short drive of Shiga Kogen Ski Area.
At a glance
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Hotel size
11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite valet parking (JPY 800 per night)
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Offsite
Free area shuttle
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Free local shuttle
What to do
Hot springs
Skiing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Slippers
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Tatami (woven mat floors)
Special features
Spa
Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private onsen (in communal space). 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. There are hot springs on site.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.
Parking
Valet parking costs JPY 800 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Guests with tattoos are not able to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Also known as
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Inn Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Inn
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Ryokan
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Ryokan Yamanouchi
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing. Additional recreation onsite includes hot springs.
Are there restaurants at or near Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei like?
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei is a short 18-minute walk from Yudanaka Hot Spring and 11 minutes' walk from Heiwakannon.
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Reviews
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2025
The location was amazing and the staff was extremely helpful.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2022
excellent ryotan
futon was v comfortable and service impeccable.
wang firn
wang firn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2023
We stayed at Ichinoyu Katei for one night and had an excellent experience. Futons were very comfortable, the breakfast in the morning was in the traditional Japanese style. There are two areas on the upper floor (gender-separated) with two hot baths, one indoors and one outdoors in each area. We were given the key to visit the town's public baths. The staff were very friendly and took care of us. They do speak sufficient English. Would definitely stay again.
Boris
Boris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2023
What a gem! Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei is an experience in itself. A short ride from Yudanaka train station, this tradițional ryokhan is excellent. As soon as you arrive you will be greated by the hotel manager (okamisan) who is attentive and will answer any questions. Dinner and breakfast were included in the price and the food was amazing. Traditional food was prepared with attention to the details and served by lovely staff. Be punctual. Dinner at 630 and breakfast at 730. There are nine public onsen which can be accessed by a key you will receive at the hotel and the hotel has its own onsen, one inside and one outside with a view of the montainous horizon. Room is trafitional japanese. Confortable sleep. The snowmonkey park is not far and you can get a lift from the hotel and will be dropped off nearby the park. You will the walk about 15 min to the entrance, hiking through the gorgeous forest with extremely tall trees and hot springs. The snowmonkeys are adorable. Amazing memories.
aurora
aurora, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2022
First Trip to Yudanaka Nagano to Snow Money Town
This is our first trip to see the snow monkey park at Yudanaka-Nagano, along the way we decided to include an onsen stay .
This hotel at Shibu Onsen Inchinoyu Katei offers free roundabout shuttle from/to Yudanaka station and hotel. However, you will need to make call arrangement with the help from the native jap staff from tourist information counter located at Yudanaka station. Do make use of google translate to help you in the process as the native jap has minimum understanding of english. You can also pay a visit to the snow monkey park using the bus service (for snow monkey 2 days pass) and it is a short bus journey. For convenience of travelling light, it is recommended that you temporarily deposit your bags at station and it is 500 yen for baggage deposit. Note that you will need to walk up the trekking pathway to snow monkey park and it will be 40 mins on foot from where the bus alights you at the bus stop.
The overall experience for the hotel onsen is an eye opener as you get to experience local traditional jap food and culture. The food is more to a healthier diet and taste. Service is excellent from a warm welcome by front desk to the servers at their kitchen. They provide extra mile service and care to the customers. Do enquire with them on the do's and don't 's for first timer use of onsen. Do not overly soak yourself in the hot waters as your body might not be able to take it.
Clarice
Clarice, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
Nydelig hotell med godt vertskap! God mat og flott med tilbud om lokal transport i området rundt (eks til monkey park og togstasjonen). Utrolig fornøyd med mitt opphold her! Anbefales på det sterkeste!
Det ligger midt i sentrum av Shibu onsen, perfekt dersom man ønsker å bruke de varme kildene (onsen) i området!
Staff were so nice and kind. The place was great and in the great location. We definitely want to come back and recommend people. The hot tub was too hot.
Loved the staff and room. The showers are with the Onsen so it’s a little strange as a American used to so much privacy but luckily there was only one time there was another women out of the three nights we stayed. Food is all Japan style but amazing. Loved our stay
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3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2019
I loved my stay here. The staff were such a delight and the rooms were beautiful. The hotel is located in a beautiful traditional settings and staff were happy to point or take you in the right direction.
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1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2019
Amazing traditional Ryokan!!!
This hotel was AMAZING!!! The whole area was great, we did the whole 9 Onsen thing, had the Kaiseki dinner and breakfast the next morning (there was coffee!!!) and then went to see the snow monkeys (which were probably my favorite part of the entire trip). The staff was absolutely perfect, extremely helpful and did even more than we could ask for. It took a bit of effort to get up here (check out the shibu onsen website for train dets) but was completely worth it. We would definitely stay here again. Also, when you get to the train station in Shibu, go to the information kiosk and tell them you'd like them to call Ichinoyu to come pick you up - apparently this is totally normal. They came about 5 minutes later to drive us to the hotel. And then the next morning they drove us up to the snow monkeys. All free. Absolutely stay here, it will totally make your trip!!!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2019
Everything you could possibly want from a traditional Japanese inn. Everything was second to none. A real cultural experience. Can’t really put into words how special this place is
Verified traveler
2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 1, 2019
Lovely family owned ryokan
This was a lovely family owned ryokan that is very convenient & cozy for seeing the snow monkeys and having an onsen experience.
The staff bent over backwards to help and spoke a little English. I would recommend getting meals included as the food was very good, had a lot of variety and was high quality keiseki cuisine.
The rooms had Japanese kotatsu or heating tables in them and were warm and quiet. There is no shower in them, only toilet and sink. You have to use the public shared female or male bath with onsen in the hotel, or use one of the public onsens on the street. This hotel is very conveniently located on the famous onsen street and you get a master key to experience all the onsens located on this street each purported to have different healing properties. This is a lovely experience not to be missed!
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3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2018
Great ryokan experience for kaiseki cuisine and onsen hoping !
Great service the owners are very helpful and friendly. I would stay here again. The Japanese style room was great and the outdoor bath on the roof was great on a cold snowy night
Denise
Denise, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2017
Best place I've ever stayed - didn't want to leave
My favourite hotel in Japan, with my favourite host and in my favourite location. The ryokan is square in the middle of Shibu Onsen, perfect for visiting the public onsens. And if you feel shy, not only does it have its own hot spring bath, there is even a private one. The rooms are huge, warm and comfortable, with your own dining area views onto the quaint street. The shuttle from Yudanaka stops about 100m from it too, which also takes you up to the amazing monkey park in 20 minutes.
Nice kaiseki dinner and breakfast was served. Had free use of small private bath.
Great place for onsen lovers as guests have free access to 9 different onsen all over the little village.
Village is next to narrow road up to snow monkey park