- there is not an open-bath but only two indoor onsen - although positioned at the border within Shibu onsen and Andai onsen, Andaikan is associated to Andai onsen, therefore no key to access to the 9 public baths of Shibu onsen

An authentic onsen experience in a traditional Ryokan. Both traditional dinner and breakfast were awesome. The old owner was super helpful and can speak a decent English. She drove me to the monkey park and back to the train station.. The onsen was small but functional and relaxing. The village is traditional and really beautiful. It is worth to make s tour around the riokan.

Stayed in June 2025

I can’t unlock the door through the gap between the woods.

The owner was kind & generous. She gave us two packets of crackers for our trip to Hakuba. She welcome us with hot yummy food though we were half an hour late for check in.

Stayed in April 2025

None

Host is very friendly. Food is good. She explained to us patiently. Price is very reasonable.

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing at all

This was the best ryokan we have ever stayed at. The host was so nice and the food was AMAZING! The room was huge and very authentic. Lovely timber finishes and fantastic onsen!

Stayed in April 2025

The host was amazing and it was the most traditional Japanese place that we stayed In 2 weeks

Stayed in April 2025

First time I was hosted in traditional Japanese ryokan with traditional food .And it was amazing ,food was so delicious and variety ,kimano was so soft and comfortable .My room has private washroom .Onsen was great with good hot temperature helps me relax my back .Staff was very polite and helpful .I liked everything about my stay .

Stayed in April 2025

The lady staff at the place was very attentive and super sweet, always apologising for her English. The rooms are just what you would expect of Japanese rooms. My only small little complaint is the bathrooms are cold. The main room is all good. I booked half board and the kaiseki meal was worth the experience. Just be prepared to sit on the floor for the entire meal.

Stayed in March 2025

We loved everything about Andaikan, it was our favorite stay in Japan. The facilities are gorgeous, the food was incredible, the host is so lovely and accommodating. An amazing stay!

Stayed in February 2025

This is a family run ryokan (I should be correct). Staff are very friendly and hospitable. Host is very motherly and able to speak adequate English. Information about the onsen, meals etc were explained clearly. Host drove another guest and myself to the Snow Monkey Park. The property is about 2 km from Yudanaka Train Station. Walking here is fine but not during winter. I had to drag my 27" luggage through certain section with snow. Probably better to take the bus from Yudanaka Station to the bus stop before the stop at Shibu Onsen. If not just stop at Shibu onsen and walk in the reverse direction. Either way, it's just a short walk. I arrived slightly after 2 pm and host allowed me to check-in. This is the only second property that allowed me to check-in before the stipulated time. My room is cosy, homey and comes with an attached toilet. Very comfortable tatami to sleep on. Onsen is great. Wifi connection is good. Sufficient power outlet to charge devices. Breakfast and dinner were great. Worth paying for the half board. Experience is very positive.

Stayed in February 2025

Great

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing.

The ryokan was recently rennovated so had all the modern amenities (toilets, many powerful heaters etc) while still keeping the tradition charm. 2 internal onsens meant it was convenient to go for a soak any time. The inn owner was super helpful and patient despite some language difficulties. The inn itself is located 3 mins walk from the bus stop so getting to and fro wasn't a challenge. The inn owner also gave us a lift to the snow monkey park and to the train station. Would love to return.

Stayed in February 2025

None

Good food, location, facilities, Onsen & friendly host.

Stayed in February 2025

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I greatly appreciated the hosts' service and care with the dinner. She helped me understand each of the food and was very attentive in making sure that my needs were met. I appreciated the yukata - haven't felt as pretty since!

Stayed in January 2025

Everything was perfect!

Sweet staff, warm welcoming, comfortable room, enjoyable atmosphere and onsen. They even had my name written on a board on my check in day!!!

Stayed in January 2025

No

Great location and easy access by bus. The owner drove us to Monkey park and the train station. Great breakfast.

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing

Lovely hostess! She even drove us to the station. The breakfast was delicious and abundant. The onsen very nice and the room spotless. Had a rustic charm to everything. Highly recommend!

Stayed in January 2025

We had a great time, the staff was very kind and helpful, we enjoyed the onsen and dinner was amazing! It was a great opportunity for us to experience more Japanese style accommodation.

Stayed in December 2024

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This was an incredible experience! The building and room was decorated beautifully, the futons were very comfortable and we really enjoyed the onsen. The breakfast was delicious (best miso soup!) and the host was super lovely! She was super kind to help plan our travels to the snow monkey park and Yudanaka station and even offered us a ride (extremely grateful)! She also recommended dinner options as we arrived late to check-in. The stay felt wholesome and caring - many small details that words cannot convey.

Stayed in December 2024

Excellent host who was so helpful, provided the most wonderful evening meal, gave us a lift to the monkey park and the station and made really good recommendations. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed in December 2024

i loved everything

My host was the kindest, most helpful person I met. The room was beautiful and historic, and the amenities were amazing. The onsen was clean and enjoyable. The breakfast was fantastic and very tasty. I loved this place and will revisit again.

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing.

I was able to stay here 5 years ago, and coming back was one of the main reasons behind my return trip to Japan. The building has an amazing traditional feel to it, the meals are both delicious and plentiful, and above all, the hostess kindness really makes you feel at home. They have two indoor onsens that rotate through the day between men and women, and the facilities have been renovated (I loved the new wood panels in one of the baths). A great experience that I will definetly try to repeat one day :)

Stayed in April 2024

It’s a shame that they don’t have the key to the 9 onsen huts. However this was very clear in the advertising and their own 2 baths are nice.

Very kind host. She gave us a lift to the monkey park and another to the train station at the end of the stay. She Also let us know when the onsen would be free for us to use privately as a family to give our preschool son a wash! It’s nice that the 2 baths swop between male and female for half of each day, so that clients can experience both. Breakfast also a very tasty and generous set.

Stayed in April 2024

The onsen could be made adjustable for lower temperatures for visitors if possible. Be prepared to climb stairs.

The hostess was very nice and picked us up at yudanaka station and dropped us at the snow monkey trail to save time. Dinner and breakfast were specially prepared and delicious, with rare horse 🐎 meat sashimi.

Stayed in April 2024

The breakfasts and dinners were outstanding, varied and ample. Oiishi in Japanese - tasty! The neighborhood in Shibu Onsen was very charming, quiet and safe. The two onsen (hot tubs) in our building were terrific. Parking in free lot less than a half block away for our rental car was also very convenient. The location, close to the snow monkeys in their own hot tub, couldn't be better. Hot lattes from the expresso machine in the lobby was very much appreciated, especially for early risers like me.

Stayed in March 2024