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Uotoshi Ryokan

2.5 star property
Ryokan within easy reach of Shiga Kogen Ski Area

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Public bath
Archery
Front of property
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Onsen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Front-desk safe
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Archery

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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The price is P7,364
P8,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
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About the neighborhood

Map
2563 Sano, Yamanouchi, Shimotakai, Yamanouchi, Nagano, 381-0402

What's nearby

  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 10 min walk
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 11 min walk
  • Shibu - 14 min walk
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 7 min drive
  • Ryuoo Ski Park - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) - 128.6 miles/207 km
  • Haneda Airport (HND) - 112.2 miles/180.6 km
  • Iiyama Station - 25 min drive
  • Myokokogen Station - 34 min drive
  • Nagano (QNG) - 43 min drive
  • Yudanaka Station - 7 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪関英ドライブイン - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪HAKKO - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪串道楽 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪福十拉 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪関谷醸造場 - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Uotoshi Ryokan

Uotoshi Ryokan offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Yudanaka Hot Spring. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Jigokudani Monkey Park and Ryuoo Ski Park are within a short drive. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Yudanaka Station is 7 minutes away.

Languages

English, Japanese

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 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 - 11:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6 PM to receive dinner.
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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

    • Children (4 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Archery
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Skiing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Tatami (woven mat floors)
  • Tokonoma (alcove)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen). The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours.

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 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

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the hot springs

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation.

Also known as

Uotoshi Ryokan Yamanouchi
Uotoshi Yamanouchi
Uotoshi
Uotoshi Ryokan Ryokan
Uotoshi Ryokan Yamanouchi
Uotoshi Ryokan Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Does Uotoshi Ryokan offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Uotoshi Ryokan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Uotoshi Ryokan?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Uotoshi Ryokan?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Uotoshi Ryokan?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Uotoshi Ryokan and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery.
What's the area around Uotoshi Ryokan like?
Uotoshi Ryokan is a short 7-minute walk from Yudanaka Station and 10 minutes' walk from Shiga Kogen Ski Area.

Uotoshi Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Bricin, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Uotoshi Ryokan was amazing! The host was super nice, the meals were fantastic, the room was great. The area is perfect, it's a great place to get away from the city for a bit. It's a bit in the past, but in a really nice way! Our room didn't have a washroom in the room, we didn't mind.
Jacob, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

There are no private showers at this property. This may not be an issue for most people, but I read a misleading review which made me book this property thinking there were private showers and that is NOT the case. The shower is a combined 4 person shower and tub you can soak in afterwards. The breakfast was amazing and I highly recommend it if you have the option. Host was knowledgeable about the area and snow monkey park and the property was very close to the train station which was convenient. Futon on the floor was very uncomfortable and felt like you were sleeping directly on the floor. I ended up checking out a day early because I couldn’t hack lol, but overall is probably worth the price.
Korey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a wonderful place to stay and explore the surrounding areas. The host Miyasaka-san is exceptional and made us very welcome and comfortable. Daily rituals of traditional breakfast and bathing in the onsen, and the opportunity to watch a local archers traditional competition here in the dojo made for a truly magical stay. Highly recommended.
Paul, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Truly an amazing experience. It is a traditional ryokan run by lovely people — the owner made us breakfast, offered to drive us to the Snow Monkey Park, and gave us apples and candy for our train ride home. It was the highlight of our trip. It is definitely not for those who need luxury and comfort, but it is cozy, cool, and memorable
Jacob, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Jonathan, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful affordable spot centrally located for mountain adventures.
Ace, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Shannon, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Could not get in touch with the Ryokan
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I would recommend Uotoshi Ryokan to anyone visiting Yudanaka. It is a lovely traditional Japanese inn with comfortable rooms and a relaxing hot spring bath. It is very conveniently located near Snow Monkey park, many restaurants, and the Yudanaka train station. The owners are kind and helpful, and even offer to drive you to Snow Monkey Park! We will stay here again if we come back to Yudanaka.
Kelsey, 2-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

If you are on a budget, this was a good place to stay with shared bathrooms and sink areas. Shared bathroom has 2 stalls, very small and sink areas have 2 with upstairs and downstairs. I think this place's capacity is 8 parties total. We stayed for 3 nights and chose breakfast. Breakfast was delicious and owners were hospitable. We felt bad that they had to work on New Year's. Most of the surrounding area was closed from New Year's Eve through 01/04/23, but surprisingly Snow Monkey Park was open on New Year's. If you're wanting 3 star hotel amenities, this is not the place for you, but for the price we paid we felt it was reasonable and truly did experience the traditional ryokan experience and the onsen onsite was a plus.
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8/10 Very Good

Quiet and friendly ryokan on the other side of the river from the station.
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10/10 Exceptional

Authentic Japanese Experience
The Owner was so accommodating he even offered for a free ride to the monkey park but we decided to be driven back to our hotel in Yamanouchi. Our one night experience for a Japanese culture was genuine and fantastic. The Japanese dinner and breakfast was so good.
GLEN BOISAN, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

If you want a great rural experience, stay here
A really unique and affordable place, with a genuinely wonderful host. I found this by chance and we were all so amazed by our stay. The place is older and homely, but the rooms and facilities are all fine. We started our stay by taking up the owner, Miyasaka San, offer of dinner, and it was a very generous and wide ranging meal (sashimi, tempura etc), of around 9 dishes set out for each of us. Then Miyasaka San gave us a history lesson on Kyudo (Japanese archery). A few days later we were lucky enough to have a lesson with him, and he also performed the Kyudo ceremony which was an amazing experience. He also kindly drove us up to the entrance of the monkey park walk. We were here in May, late spring and still saw some blossoms of the vast apple tree farms around. The area is a quiet charming chain of smaller ‘towns’ and the real treat here are the 9 public onsens you can visit. Read up on them. This would be a great place to visit in winter for skiing, to get away from the real overrun popular places. You get to Yamanochi-Machi by taking a train to Nagano, and then switch to a local train to Yudanaka which is at the end of the line. This is genuinely a rural place, and staying at this ryokan will only add to the experience. We hope to return one day.
Kylie, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

Traditional ryokan with wonderful host
A very traditional ryokan with a wonderful host! Walking distance to station. Get tips from the host on your traveling plans
1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

Sinisa, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best Hotel in Yudanaka
This is the best Hotel in Yudanaka - the hotel Manager (Mr Kazuhisa Miyasaka) made my stay there a fantastic experience .. he drove me to the Snow Monkey Park each day, plus provided invaluable information on the local area. The traditional bedroom was clean and spacious and warm too... and the Onsen was amazing.. I had a bath everyday and it was great. He also recommended some great local places to eat. I even managed to have a practice at Japanese Archery... there is no better place in YUDANAKA! I thoroughly recommend it.
Raymond, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The nicest host I’ve ever experienced
I wish we could have stayed longer. The hospitality was amazing, the Onsen was relaxing, Yamanouchi is filled with constantly flowing water so the sound was amazingly serene at all times. There’s archery in the back, and the ryokan is situated in walking distance to so many beautiful streets and the kannon statue. Definitely stay here and interact with your host as much as possible, he is SO lovely!
Cera, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

　昔ながらの日本旅館で、自分にとってはとっても落ち着きました。温泉はどうやら源泉を持っているようで、温度が絶妙で、とても心地よかったです。もちろん、一晩中入れます。朝ごはんもとてもおいしかったです。 　駅から下に向かって、歩いて7分ほど。駅前にはローソンがあります。昼は適当なお店がありますが、夜になると若干の呑み屋と寿司屋、スナックくらいしか開いていないので、食事をしようとしている人は要注意です。 　唯一の問題はWiFi。ご主人のスマホでは電波が受信できるようなのですが、こちらのスマホでもパソコンでも電波が入りませんでした。相性が悪いのでしょう。 　でも、値段も安いし、居心地がよいので、また利用します。
Keiichi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

食事処はそんなにたくさんあるわけではないようです。 素泊りならば市街地で惣菜の調達をすると良いかも？
Akiyoshi, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

外国人に勧めの旅館です。
JINGYI, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ein sehr sehr schöner Aufenthalt in einem alten und Authentischen Ryokan. Das Onsen Bad ist wirklich unglaublich erholsam und generell wirkt die gesamte Unterkunft wirklich sehr sehr Authentisch. Der Betreiber der Unterkunft fuhr mich sogar mit seinem PKW zum Nahegelegenen Affenpark und anschließend gab es mir Einblicke in die Kunst des Japanischen Bogenschiessens. Bisher mein schönster Aufenthalt in Japan
Johannes, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Autentisk Ryokan med egetvarn kildevann-bad.
Svært autentisk Ryokan, med fabelaktig vert. Litt "slitne" fasiliteter , men dette bidro til intrykket av autentisitet. Hadde eget lite "Onsen"-bad med naturlig varmt kildevann. God mat, god service. Verten tok oss med på et fascinerende besøk på banen for klassisk japansk busekyting (som ligger vegg i vegg med Ryokan'en. Fikk se trening mens vi var plassert ved tradisjonelt lavt bord (med tepper og ovn under.
Anders, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

だいち, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

閑静な昔からの温泉地。広大な温泉地の一角で、人通りは少なく、昔ながらの温泉地とは違う。温泉のお湯は完全な掛け流しで、一晩中、夜間の利用が可能。寂れた温泉の素朴な風呂、近代的な宿を狙うには不向きかも知れないが、安価で夕食のおかずの量は十分で、宿の主人は善良である。弓道などの合宿に利用され、弓道好きに良い。ペットとの同伴も受けているようである。素朴な感じを受ける宿と感じた。古き良き友との素朴で気取らない旅に良い。
ノブアキ, 1-night trip
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