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Kamei no Yu

3.5 star property
3.5-star ryokan near Yudanaka Hot Spring

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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3174 Hirao, Yamanochi-Machi, Shimotakai, Yamanouchi, Nagano, 381-0401
  • Place, Yudanaka Hot Spring
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shibu
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shiga Kogen Ski Area
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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[Sennichiko] Twin beds room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

[Sennichiko] Twin beds room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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[Anzu] Twin beds room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

[Anzu] Twin beds room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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[Mizubasho] Japanese-style room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

[Mizubasho] Japanese-style room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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[Rindo] Japanese-style room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

[Rindo] Japanese-style room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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[Yamabuki] Twin beds room, Second floor, Use stairs, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

[Yamabuki] Twin beds room, Second floor, Use stairs, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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[Awa] Twin beds room／Second floor: Use stairs, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

[Awa] Twin beds room／Second floor: Use stairs, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Yamanouchi

In Yamanouchi .At this ryokan, you'll be steps from Yudanaka Hot Spring and within a 10-minute walk of Shibu. Also, Shiga Kogen Ski Area is within half a mile (1 km) and Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park is within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Nishimiya Shrine - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shibu - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Heiwakannon - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 5 min walk
  • Kaesa Station - 25 min drive
  • Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪味処 みかさ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪道の駅の食堂 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪ラーメン 徳味 - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪HAKKO BEER STAND - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪やまブイブイ - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kamei no Yu

3.5-star ryokan near Yudanaka Hot Spring
Kamei no Yu offers its guests hot springs. Public spaces have free WiFi. Kamei no Yu also features a garden, concierge services, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Yamanouchi ryokan is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Kamei no Yu offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Yamanouchi ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of 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

Kamei no Yu Inn Yamanouchi
Kamei no Yu Inn
Kamei no Yu Yamanouchi
Kamei no Yu Ryokan
Kamei no Yu Yamanouchi
Kamei no Yu Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kamei no Yu to the airport?

Kamei no Yu is 63.2 mi (95-min drive) away from the Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kamei no Yu?

As of Feb 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kamei no Yu on Mar 18, 2026 start from $348.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kamei no Yu have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kamei no Yu.

Does Kamei no Yu offer free breakfast?

Kamei no Yu does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kamei no Yu?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Kamei no Yu?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Kamei no Yu?

This ryokan offers free self parking.

Does Kamei no Yu have a pool?

Kamei no Yu does not have a pool.

Does Kamei no Yu have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this ryokan.

How close is Kamei no Yu to downtown Yamanouchi?

Kamei no Yu is 0.5 mi away from Yudanaka Shibu Onsen.

Kamei no Yu Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica V

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this truly Japanese experience. The staff was super friendly and very helpful. Of the 3 hotels we stayed in during out trip to Japan this was by far my favorite experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! This place ‘Kamei no yu’ was spectacular. A wonderful experience from beginning to end. The lobby area looks out onto a little garden. The room we were put in ‘ Mizubashou’ was large enough for our family of four. Little treats provided everywhere. The famous bath ‘Momoyama’ was up the road in Yudanaka Onsen. It was wonderful to get into the yokatas provided and use the onsen in another location. And you don’t want to miss using and seeing the Momoyama bath as the place is amazing! Dinner was served there in the same location - a huge banquet of little dishes. The breakfast was just as good but have this back at Kamei no yu. The cost for us wasn’t cheap but now I feel like it was worth every dollar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a wonderful experience. This smaller, quaint, relaxing spa was just the retreat we were looking for after 2 weeks of city life. We really enjoyed the slower pace, the food, and close proximity to Snow Monkey Park and Shiga Kogen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxene

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

Absolutely fantastic!

Had a wonderful stay! The ryokan was really cute and the staff were welcoming and incredibly helpful, they even made sure we were wearing our yukata correctly before heading to the onsen. Idyllic and a picturesque location in the mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbeatable hospitality. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Krista

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This traditional ryokan Onsen experience felt like traveling back in time to how Japan was years ago. We loved staying there for a night, having a half hour of free private onsen hot spring time, wearing the traditional clothing they provided and eating the traditional meal at the Beauitful restaurant down the street that is included… an experience we will always remember!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Kamei no Yu! The staff was welcoming and kind. Our room was lovely, clean and looked out onto the garden with lamps. We recieved a welcome sweet with tea, and some snacks in our room. We were able to reserve a bath time in the ryokan. It was a little unclear at booking that the more historic baths and also dinner was at a larger ryokan up the road just a bit. We didn't mind, especially if it keeps a smaller more personal ryokan in business. We only were here one night so we could visit the monkey park. The last time we were in the area was 2008. The town still feels quiet and I imagine most people come for the monkeys and head back to Nagano or elsewhere. I'm happy we stayed and I highly recommend bringing your business not only to the park but to the local ryokan and other businesses.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramsey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel! It was the perfect place to explore the snow monkey park and also experience the local Onsen towns, a must do in Japan. The room was super spacious and cosy, and the staff were extremely friendly and welcoming, adding plenty of extra touches such as warm matcha on arrival and teas and juices for the road when we checked out pre-breakfast. Some of the staff speak English but those who don’t are happy to use translate apps to communicate. They made us feel very at home! The highlight for us was definitely the two in-house onsen, which can be booked privately once a day per room. Also included in the room rate was a 10 course traditional dinner and a wonderful traditional breakfast. This truly was a full traditional Japanese experience, much more than just a hotel. We highly recommend making a trip to Yudanaka during your trip to Japan and staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dr Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Really cost place. Well worth it

Really cost place with excellent food both at breakfast and dinner, service great. Nice small town
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the most delightful Japanese full emergence experience you could have. We traveled from Tokyo which in itself a incredible trip by train. Protip: take an uber from the train station. You are greeted like family and your dinner, breakfast and onsen (Japanese hot spring bath) are planned. They offer two different ones in house. Staying in a traditional room is the perfect way to round out the stay. The hotel has beautiful gardens which you can enjoy from the lobby and rooms. The town main street is lined with bars, cafes and more hot spring baths! Dinner is served at a near by (5 min walk) hotel that reminds me of the Kill Bill movie. It is located near the Monkey park. Which is a journey. Walk down to bus stop. Take bus to town. Walk to park entrance then walk 2 miles to pay to go to hot spring where the monkeys gather. Note if you want to see monkey. Go in the dead of winter. Dec-Feb. The park does rent snow boots and gear. I highly recommend this stay. Its rustic beauty and friendly people takes you back in time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Ryoken, with shared access to a second hotel for dining and onsen options. Exceptional hospitality by owners and staff. This was a treasured experience I would fully recommend for others.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

STUART

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely nice and helpful and the Onsen was super relaxing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Camila

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my mom had a wonderful stay at this traditional Ryokan. Every detail in this hotel was amazing. The room was precious, the food was delicious and the onsen was incredible. I would recommend anyone wanting to have a unique Japanese experience to stay at this wonderful Ryokan.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boon Chee

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

Absolutely amazing Japanese hospitality

Amazing stay with top notch service that lets you experience a true Japanese hospitality with the ever friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

troy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is amazing. Service is wonderful. Food is extraordinary and there are 2 excellent hot springs in hotel. One of best experiences of my 2 week trip.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

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

Japanese zen experience with amazing food

Absolutely lovely accommodations, experience japanese living and tranquility with beautiful garden view. The staff and their attentiveness is first class. Truly elevated our Japan trip and definitely a place to revisit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John, Martinsville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming staff and Ryokan. Tomo san is the best host. Breakfast and dinner food was excellent! Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was incredible, experience a lot of fun (Onsen and monkeys) and the breakfast / dinner were some of the best dining experience. The value is unmatched ! Tomo is a very helpful and kind host who thinks of every detail to make your stay unique and memorable (pick you up from the train station / book a private Onsen). We only stayed 2 nights but should of spend at least 4-5 nights as it was a very relaxing area and peaceful area - a stark contrast from the big cities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Highly recommended.

Very friendly landlady and staffs. Feel very welcomed. The rooms have very beautiful views of the garden.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very cozy ryokan with access to excellent onsen facilities. Delicious meals!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022