Shimaya
381-0401 Nagano, Yamanouchi, Yudanaka Onsen, Japan – Great location - show map
Love the onsen downstairs and the hospitality of the owners. They were very helpful and kind, especially the uncle. He gave a lot of suggestions, directions and help. Even loaning us snow boots and recommending restaurants and parking to us.

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Just 500 metres from Yudanaka Station, traditional inn Shimaya Ryokan is a family-run friendly accommodation featuring hot-spring baths and Japanese-style rooms with free Wi-Fi. It provides free shuttle services from the station and to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and other famous local spots. This hotel was selected as one of Top 25 B&Bs and Inns in Japan by TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Award 2013. Rooms are cosy and comfortable, featuring tatami-mat flooring and futon bedding. They are equipped with a TV, a fridge and a safe. Some rooms come with an en suite bathroom. Ryokan Shimaya is just steps away from a 24-hour convenience store. It is 6 km from Yomase Ski Resort. Free parking is available. Guests can leisurely soak in the spacious public hot spring bath or reserve baths for a private group. Meals can be served with advance reservation (extra charges apply). Japanese or American breakfast can be enjoyed at Shimaya’s dining room. A traditional dinner with seasonal dishes can be served in the privacy of guests' rooms.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Hot spring bath
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast

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- Emily
Singapore
“Love the onsen downstairs and the hospitality of the owners. They were very helpful and kind, especially the uncle. He gave a lot of suggestions, directions and help. Even loaning us snow boots and recommending restaurants and parking to us.” - Luke
Australia
“Very friendly staff with comfortable traditional rooms with lots of amenities.” - Dominic
Australia
“The owners were so friendly and welcoming, it felt like we were gusts in their home. The onsen was very relaxing and a great way to relax at the end of the day. Thank you so much for your hospitality! I hope to come back one day and stay here...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant
- CuisineJapanese
Facilities of ShimayaGreat facilities! Review score, 8.4
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Hot spring bath
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Slippers
- Sun terrace
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- Refrigerator
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Ski school
- Ski storage
- Hiking
- Karaoke
- Games room
- Skiing
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Shuttle service
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopying
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Public Bath
- Open-air bathAdditional charge
- Hot spring bath
- MassageAdditional charge
- English
- Japanese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash
Other
Shimaya accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
The property is located on the upper floors in a building with no elevator.
Please inform Shimaya in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
FAQs about Shimaya
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Room options at Shimaya include:
- Quadruple
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The prices at Shimaya may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Shimaya is 5 miles from the centre of Yamanouchi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Shimaya has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Check-in at Shimaya is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Yes, Shimaya is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Shimaya offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Games room
- Karaoke
- Open-air bath
- Public Bath
- Hot spring bath