About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Kamei no Yu in Yamanouchi offers family rooms with tatami floors, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes air-conditioning, a work desk, and free WiFi. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can enjoy a hot spring bath, open-air bath, and garden. Additional amenities include a hot tub, yukata, and free toiletries. Convenient Services: The ryokan provides a shuttle service, public bath, concierge, housekeeping, and luggage storage. Free on-site private parking is available. Local Attractions: Located 2.5 mi from Jigokudani Monkey Park and 6.2 mi from Ryuoo Ski Park. Other nearby sites include Suzaka City Zoo (14 mi) and Zenkoji Temple (17 mi). Matsumoto Airport is 64 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Hot spring bath
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Fishbain
Israel
“The property was simple and very cozy, one of the best stops on our ride. The stuff was wonderful, very helpful and friendly- we felt like at home there. The facilities were great, especially the onsen - in and out.” - Theodore
United States
“Private spas in hotel and sister hotel are amazing. Beats using public onsens.” - Alex
United States
“A truly authentic ryokan experience with a staff that makes you feel like family.” - Brittney
United States
“When I knew I was going to Japan, I wanted to stay at a traditional Ryokan with an onsen. After a lot of searching, I found Kamei no Yu, the price was fair, and I loved that it was smaller with only so many rooms. This place exceeds my...” - Karen
Canada
“Traditional stay, spacious rooms and pretty gardens” - Addison
United States
“Intimate atmosphere, smaller hotel with less rooms so it was nice and quiet and relaxing. Big bonus was the private bookable Onsen. The set meals were phenomenal and filling. Nearby access to Yudanaka station makes getting to and from Nagano...” - Melanie
United States
“loved the food and the access to momoyama onsen. beds were extremely comfortable” - Stephen
United States
“Very friendly and helpful staff. We were delayed in arriving - they had our dinner waiting for us and served it in our room!” - Arella
United States
“Tomo is the best! He is so friendly and accommodating. The property is beautiful and the rooms are perfect! The food was seriously some of the best we had in our entire 1 month stay in Japan. Onsens were gorgeous too!” - Sylvia
United States
“Food was incredible. Staff was so kind, including helping us put on our Yukatas because we didn't know how.”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

The fine print
You must inform the property in advance what time you plan to check in. Guests arriving after 21:00 must inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that child rates are applicable to children 11 years and younger. Please contact the property for more details.
Please note that the maximum occupancy of the room includes all children and cannot be exceeded under any circumstances. For extra guests exceeding the room occupancy, guests will be asked to separate rooms and additional charges will apply. Guests may not be accommodated if there is no availability.
For guests booking a dinner inclusive rate, dinner is provided at a sister property, located just a 3-minute walk. Shuttle service can be arranged upon request.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Kamei no Yu of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.