Ryokan Shoho
390-0221 Nagano, Matsumoto, Yamabe 527, Japan – Good location – show map
Very nice interiors and the room is very nice and clean. The staff were very courteous and helpful. The onsen was very good
PhilippinesMagnificent view of the Alpine Well-maintained / Polite staff Free shuttle bus from train station
ThailandUnbelievable size of their brand new outside hot springs look the city of Matsumoto and mountains.
United States of AmericaWe have been to a few onsen resorts this time and paid a bit higher price since it has your in room onset tub. I enjoyed the onsen pools (they have a total of 4 ) very much , 2 outdoor and 2 indoor ., especially the cosmetic and changing room are extremely well presented and clean. I would highly recommend this resort facility.
United States of AmericaStaff is courteous. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Shoho is located at a higher altitude which is 10 mins drive from Matsumoto city centre. Nice view of the city from the hotel. Two Onsen, one big one with garden view and one smaller one with city view. Both Onsen are good. Buffet Breakfast is decent and has enough variety of food to cater to people with different diet preference. Overall a pleasant stay.
Hong KongVery good and big public bath; excellent buffet breakfast; kids’ corner with toys; location is convenient - a short drive to Matsumoto Castle.
SingaporeIto San was exceptional! He helped us settle our lost pair of shoes left at Nagoya station. He advice us what we should do and found out the cost of the different courier options. He even when ahead to check our train schedules and made sure that we are aware how we should connect the trains to get back to Tokyo! Excellent service!!
SingaporeEverything. The dinner course was fabulous, so delicious and special. The onsen is amazing too, and the new one has a view to the Alps. Hotel looks new and sophisticated. Staff was very kind.
BrazilSo be careful here, this is a great hotel. However, it is a true Japanese experience. We where surprised to find our room did not have a shower. It did have Kimono's, which where great to take to the Onsen bath. In the end we enjoyed this, but beware that an onsen requires some adjustment if you are not used to public bathing. Also, be careful booking this hotel if you have a tattoo. This would mean you are not allowed in the Onsen and thus have no shower.
United KingdomComfortable Japanese SpÅ hotel with hot springs — our room had hot tub for spa bathing - very Japanese .. we were only non Japanese there - fabulous view over Matsumoto — good breakfast — but less to eat in evening — we think most people were on a pension arrangement — shuttle to town —
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Located in the Utsukushigahara hot-spring area, Hotel Shoho offers Japanese and Western accommodations with mountain views. Guests can relax in the indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths and request massages for an extra cost. A free shuttle is available from JR Matsumoto Train Station, which is a 20-minute drive away and runs on a fixed schedule.
The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a safety deposit box. Japanese Yukata robes and toothbrush set are provided, and the private bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding or in rooms with Western-style beds.
For an extra cost, guests can use the private reservable hot-spring baths and sing at the karaoke rooms. Bicycles can be rented to travel around the area, while sauna rooms are on-site as well. Local products can be purchased at the souvenir shop and free Wi-Fi is available at the public areas.
Traditional multi-course meals are served for dinner and a Japanese/Western buffet for breakfast.
Shoho Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Matsumoto Castle and a 5-minute drive from Matsumoto Folkcraft Museum. Utsukushigahara Highlands are a 1-hour drive and Matsumoto Airport is a 30-minute drive away.
This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more
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- What's a ryokan?
- A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature bathhouses, multicourse dinners, communal spaces where guests can relax, and rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon mats. Like hotels, a range of ryokans (from budget to luxury) is available. What originated centuries ago as a free rest house for long-distance travelers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation surrounded by therapeutic mineral springs.
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- What are the big differences between a ryokan and a hotel?
- Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is just a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just a place to sleep. In Japan, many travelers journey long distances to relax in a hot spring bath and feast on a traditional multicourse dinner – staying in a ryokan is an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw floors and futon beds (no Western beds and carpeting). You should also remove your shoes at the entrance of the room, or before you enter it. Modern ryokans might serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while more traditional ryokans tend to serve in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms have a private bathroom, and others might just have a shared bathroom.
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- What's a kaiseki meal?
- Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodying beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Every one of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multicourse Japanese dinner is prepared in a way that highlights the unique textures, colors, and flavors of featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Most commonly served at special restaurants and ryokans, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-size appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish, like sushi), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot-pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
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- What's a yukata?
- A yukata is a casual summer kimono or robe, typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans provide guests with yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it's common to see guests strolling through the neighborhood in their yukatas. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for sleeping and relaxing in.
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- How should I wear a yukata?
- First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a robe. Take the right side of the yukata and wrap it across your body. Then, take the left side and wrap it over the right, making sure that the robe is level at your ankles. Pinning the yukata closed on the right side, wrap the sash around your waist a couple of times and then tie a bow. Generally, the bow is tied around the waist for women, and the hips for men.
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- What's a Japanese hot spring (onsen)?
- Onsen (literally "hot spring") is a term often used to refer to both the mineral-rich hot springs and the bathing facilities that house them. Whether the bath is public or private, gender-segregated or mixed, indoor or outdoor, soaking and unwinding in the soothing geothermal waters at an onsen is a millennia-old custom deeply embedded in Japanese culture.
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- What's standard bathing etiquette?
- At a bathhouse—onsen or not—guests are expected to remove all clothing in their respective changing rooms before entering the bathing area. As a common courtesy, once inside the bathing area, guests should wash and rinse their bodies thoroughly before quietly stepping into the hot water. Whether you relax in solitude or converse softly with others is up to you, but guests should always be mindful of others. Wash towels are often used to cover one’s private areas while walking around. However, note that you should not put towels in the water.
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- Why are tattoos not allowed?
- While tattoos have become more popular among Japan's youth, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you might still be refused admission to bathhouses and swimming pools. Small tattoos can be covered up using waterproof bandaids, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.7 for two-person stays.
Breakfast Info
Buffet
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Open-air bath, Bathhouse, Hot spring bath
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See what guests loved the most:
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Rodolfo
Philippines“Very nice interiors and the room is very nice and clean. The staff were very courteous and helpful. The onsen was very good”
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Kochaporn
Thailand“Magnificent view of the Alpine Well-maintained / Polite staff Free shuttle bus from train station”
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Boston
United States of America“Unbelievable size of their brand new outside hot springs look the city of Matsumoto and mountains. ”
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Josephine
United States of America
“We have been to a few onsen resorts this time and paid a bit higher price since it has your in room onset tub. I enjoyed the onsen pools (they have a total of 4 ) very much , 2 outdoor and 2 indoor ., especially the cosmetic and changing room are extremely well presented and clean. I would highly recommend this resort facility.” Read more
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Anonymous
Hong Kong“Staff is courteous. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Shoho is located at a higher altitude which is 10 mins drive from Matsumoto city centre. Nice view of the city from the hotel. Two Onsen, one big one with garden view and one smaller one with city view. Both Onsen are good. Buffet Breakfast is decent and has enough variety of food to cater to people with different diet preference. Overall a pleasant stay. ” Read more
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Emma
Singapore“Very good and big public bath; excellent buffet breakfast; kids’ corner with toys; location is convenient - a short drive to Matsumoto Castle. ”
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Raelene
Singapore
“Ito San was exceptional! He helped us settle our lost pair of shoes left at Nagoya station. He advice us what we should do and found out the cost of the different courier options. He even when ahead to check our train schedules and made sure that we are aware how we should connect the trains to get back to Tokyo! Excellent service!!” Read more
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Fabio
Brazil“Everything. The dinner course was fabulous, so delicious and special. The onsen is amazing too, and the new one has a view to the Alps. Hotel looks new and sophisticated. Staff was very kind. ”
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Peter
United Kingdom“So be careful here, this is a great hotel. However, it is a true Japanese experience. We where surprised to find our room did not have a shower. It did have Kimono's, which where great to take to the Onsen bath. In the end we enjoyed this, but beware that an onsen requires some adjustment if you are not used to public bathing. Also, be careful booking this hotel if you have a tattoo. This would mean you are not allowed in the Onsen and thus have no shower.” Read more
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Timothy
United Kingdom
“Comfortable Japanese SpÅ hotel with hot springs — our room had hot tub for spa bathing - very Japanese .. we were only non Japanese there - fabulous view over Matsumoto — good breakfast — but less to eat in evening — we think most people were on a pension arrangement — shuttle to town —” Read more
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ホテル翔峰は、松本市の高台に位置し、全室より雄大な北アルプスと、城下町松本を一望いただけます。 美ヶ原温泉はかつて松本城主が保養の為に建てた別荘「御殿の湯」があった場所で江戸時代の昔より栄え親しまれた温泉地です。 当館では、露天風呂、 貸切風呂、 大浴場、ジャグジー、足湯の5種類のお風呂をお楽しみいただけます。 はるばる美ヶ原温泉を訪れたお客様に、信州の季節ごとの食材を贅沢に使った創作和食会席や、信州を代表するブランド食材を使った特別会席など、心を込めてお料理をご用意しております。 松本市周辺はもちろん、上高地、安曇野、美ヶ原高原・・・。 観光拠点に最適な美ヶ原温泉へ、是非お越しくださいませ。
~若いスタッフと女将による真心を込めたおもてなし～ 一期一会の気持ちを忘れずに、真心を込めておもてなしをさせていただきます。
長野県を代表する観光地 松本・上高地・安曇野 魅力いっぱいのエリアを満喫してみてください！ ＜国宝松本城＞ 松本市の観光を代表するシンボル 国宝 松本城。 400年余り前の築城で、天守閣は現存する五層天守閣では日本最古。 天守閣には、入館して城下町を眺めることもできます。 ＜上高地＞ 日本を代表するリゾート地 上高地。 河童橋や大正池、明神池などたくさんの観光スポットがあります。 3000メートル級のアルプスを目の前にして、幽玄・神秘な聖地の趣があります。 ＜美ヶ原高原＞ 360度のパノラマ眺望を楽しめる美ヶ原高原。 四季折々に、美しい自然なままの姿を楽しめ、草木の美しさを楽しんだり、散策などで自然とふれあうことなどもできます。 ＜大王わさび農場＞ 清らかな水から生まれるわさびの、一面に広がる景色が美しいです。 わさびを使った、珍しいお料理やアイスクリームなども人気です。 ＜黒部ダム＞ 山・渓谷・自然の織りなす景観美の中に日本最大級のアーチ式ドーム越流型のダムがあります。 夏から初秋にかけては、ダイナミックな放水を見学することもできます。 黒部湖を周遊する遊覧船や、森林浴気分を楽しめる黒部湖畔散策路などもあります。 ＜道祖神めぐり＞ 心安らぐ、仲睦まじい姿の道祖神。 温泉街の周辺の辻や道ばたで、皆様を見守ってくれております。 素朴な姿で佇む道祖神を訪ね、古え人の心や気持ちを偲ぶ探索も楽しいです。
Languages spoken: English, Japanese
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Agatonomori Park1.4 miles
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Asama-onsen Hot Plaza1.5 miles
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Matsumoto City Gymnasium1.6 miles
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Biwa no Yu1.7 miles
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Matsumoto City Museum of Art1.8 miles
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Fukashi Shrine2 miles
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Kaichi School Museum2 miles
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Matsumoto Shrine2 miles
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Yohashira Shrine2 miles
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Matsumoto Castle2 miles
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Matsumoto Station2.4 miles
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The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum3.9 miles
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Mountain 美ヶ原高原18.6 miles
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Matsumoto Airport7 miles
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Toyama Airport53.4 miles
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Amenities of Shoho
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7
Most popular amenities
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Bathhouse
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- Bicycle rental (additional charge)
- Karaoke
- Massage
- Sauna
Food & Drink
- Snack bar
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Shuttle service
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Shuttle service (free)
- Fax/Photocopying
- Gift shop
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
General
- Designated smoking area
- Heating
- Chapel/Shrine
- Elevator
- Family rooms
Languages Spoken
- English
- Japanese
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This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Bicycle rental
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prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Shoho accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.
Guests without a meal plan who want to eat breakfast and dinner at the property must make a reservation at least 1 day in advance.
Guests who are having dinner at the hotel must check-in before 19:00.
FAQs about Shoho
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Check-in at Shoho is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Room options at Shoho include:
- Twin
- Triple
- Family
- Single
- Partner offer
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Shoho offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Sauna
- Massage
- Bicycle rental (additional charge)
- Karaoke
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- Bathhouse
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Shoho (subject to availability):
- Parking on site
- Private Parking
- Parking
- Free parking
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Guests staying at Shoho can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Buffet
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Yes, Shoho is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Shoho is 3.7 miles from the center of Matsumoto.
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The prices at Shoho may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
