The room was clean spacious and warm. This minshuku was run by couple who are very helpful . There is not much transportation in the city but owner picked us up at Yudanaka Station and drop off close to Snow monkey park. He also picked us up at Lawson where we visited often. The owners wife gave us hot water often which was helpful to us. They even help me to delivery luggage to other hotel. Hot spring ( onsen) experience was great. Because this couple helped us a lot we had such a great time. I recommend everyone this wonderful Minshuku. Thank you for your help during our stay.

Fumiko United States of America

The meals made by the wife/husband owners were some of the best I had in Japan. Definitely worth the 1800yen/person cost, you get so much food, great variety and all lovingly made. The hospitality from the owners shines through in everything they do! You can message through booking.com to ask for a pick up from the station which is a little far away. They also were able to drive us close to where the monkey park was. The onsen is great for first timers as well - not too big or public, lovely outdoor setting. Beds were very comfortable too.

Ainsleigh Australia

The couple who ran the ryokan were so friendly. They picked us up from the station, took us to the monkey park, and made sure that everything went well. The dinners were fabulous, with so many options. And it was a short walk away from Shibu Onsen, which was a cute neighborhood to wander around. It was such a nice experience, and very traditional. I loved it!

Michael United States of America

Fantastic onsen, wonderful location, amazing and friendly staff.

Taylor United States of America

The hosts are adorable, they fixed us a dinner when we arrived late. They also took us to the monkey park and also back to the train station without asking for any extra payment

Ben-ya Israel

The value is great. If you’re looking to visit the monkey park on a budget, definitely stay here. They will pick you up from the station, take you to the station and the monkey park for free, whenever you need. The owners are SO sweet, and it really feels like you’re staying with a family friend. The futons were comfortable, the onsen was nice and relaxing (but very hot!!) and the FOOD! The food was the absolute best. Tastes better than my grandmother in-law’s cooking, and that’s saying something.

Cassandra Japan

The owners were absolutely wonderful! Very helpful, friendly, and kind. It was wonderful to soak in the Onsen every evening and morning. I had the place to myself in the mornings, great way to start the day.

Nikijo United States of America

Hosts were very friendly and accommodating. They even offered us a ride to the monkey park (3 minute drive) and to Yudanaka station the day we departed (8 minute drive). The room was very large, traditional ryokan style. The onsen was lovely. It was a short walk to some very delicious restaurants, but the hosts do provide meals if you choose to pay for them.

Martha United States of America

Loved everything about our stay here! The owners of the ryokan were extremely welcoming. The onsen was in great conditions and everything was very clean. The food that we had at the inn was already delicious and a good price. They gladly gave us a ride to the inn when we arrived as well as to the snow monkey park. Which was at a very closed distance to the Ryokan.

Kyle United States of America

The couple who run the place are adorable! They are very accommodating and try to make your stay the best ever. We stayed for 2 nights and had 2 breakfasts and 1 dinner, which were all delicious. The hosts were considerate of me not eating meat. They showed us which other places we can dine at and picked us up from/to train station and took us to Monkey Park (which by the way was a total highlight - we didn’t agree with Lonely Planet comments one bit). The onsen was great, but best was to use it early or late hours when it is closed to public to get some personal time.

Anna Canada