Ryokan holiday rentals in Nagano

A rural retreat, off the tourist path, but easily accessible by train from Tokyo. We were keen for some rural Japan after quite a few stops in urban centres. The house is in a quiet, unspoilt setting. You can do short walks from the house that can include views of Mount Fuji down the valley. There's other places you can pop into too, such as the Owl Cafe or the wonderful deli/shop at the petrol station up the road. The house itself has kept its rustic and traditional appearance and features, while also having very functional equipment, from Wifi to everything you'd need for cooking. Some great places to read and relax in, from the garden to by the wood burner. We did not have car which was fine - it's just 6 minutes by taxi from the station, but a car would allow you to explore further afield. Ryo the host was very helpful with answering questions rapidly and clearly. I would highly recommend!

This is a great hostel! We stayed in one of the private rooms, which, while private, has a shared bathroom. However, we never had any issues finding a bathroom or shower available. The host was fantastic and waited for us to arrive on the day we checked in. The room and accommodation are simple and traditional, so keep this in mind—if you prioritize comfort above all, this might not be the place for you. But if you’re looking for an authentic and traditional experience in Japan, this is a wonderful choice. We initially felt quite cold during the night, but the heater warmed up the room, making it cozy and comfortable. The showers were also great—hot and comfortable. The location is excellent, just 300 meters from the train station to Nagano and 300 meters from the bus station to Snow Monkey Park. From this spot, you only need to pay a 310-yen (~$2) bus ticket per person to reach the park, making it very convenient. This allowed us to skip an expensive tour.

Lovely ryokan with spectacular views at the base of Mt. Myoko. Very peaceful and relaxing stay. Friendly, helpful staff. Woke up to the sun rising over the mountains Quick train and bus ride to Tsubame onsen and the Mt. Myoko trail, plenty of ski areas around. Great place to stay if you're looking to Ski and/or hike around Mt. Myoko.

Miwa's place is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of Japan's megacities. The house and neighborhood genuinely make you slow down and relax as you enjoy the slower pace of the countryside. Miwa and her mother were responsive and incredibly helpful. They prepared a book for you detailing nearby recommendations on things to do and places to eat. The house is comfortable and the amenities are generous. I highly recommend staying here if you would like to slow down a little bit and relax. Miwa's house is also conveniently located near some of the post towns of the Nakasendo trail like Magomejuku and Tsumagojuku.

A great stay at such an old and beautiful ryokan. It was the perfect location in Shibu Onsen and the staff were fantastic with providing extra information. The tatami beds were very comfortable, even as a westerner who has had spinal surgery. I would definitely recommend staying here when coming to the Nagano region.

Excellent staff and service at the hotel, especially Seigi and Kogiso who were very friendly and helpful. Both were most willing to help and made the stay very pleasant and comfortable. One example is we were asking directions for our next destination and didn’t realise the bus that we need to take requires reservations. We had trouble making the reservations and Seigi helped us throughout. What made the service exemplar was that the next morning, Seigi came with more detailed information on what to do based on his research as he didn’t know the info prior to that. Kogiso also did an excellent job in ensuring that our stay is welcoming and pleasant, just like in the comfort of home. The breakfast and dinner is highly recommended. Good quality Hida beef and a good variety of side dishes for dinner. Hot spring and private onsen was superb too. Highly recommended if you are looking for a peaceful ryokan experience with great service.

Welcoming host with very personable service. Room beautifully made up, good local recommendations. Exactly as described. We had a great stay.

Quiet and peaceful location that’s close to Nakagomi station, the convenience store, and many small local shops. The family living there is quick to help if you need it. If you’re looking for a place to crash at night and cook in the morning and don’t mind the faint smell of tobacco smoke, would recommend in a heartbeat.

Guesthouse Yanagiya and the surrounding village is even more charming than the photos can express. Yukie is a very caring host, and she has created a space that invites its guests to interact in a comfortable setting. Rooms are simple, yet clean. The location is great for a relaxing getaway, and is about 1-1.5 hours ride via train to the Magome/Tsumago Nakasendo trail. While that trail is indeed worth the effort to travel to, Iwamura and the castle ruins are very beautiful, quaint, and way less busy than the Nakasendo trail. In the future, I would love to return!

This modern Ryokan was a perfect place to stay in Nakatsugawa. Very convenient being 2 mins walk from the train station, and the start of the nakesando trail. The ryokan is spotlessly clean and the staff very helpful and friendly. The tatami bedrooms are simple and comfortable. The social are in the lobby is a great place to chat, have a drink, have breakfast and plan your nakesando walk.

This is a great hostel! We stayed in one of the private rooms, which, while private, has a shared bathroom. However, we never had any issues finding a bathroom or shower available. The host was fantastic and waited for us to arrive on the day we checked in. The room and accommodation are simple and traditional, so keep this in mind—if you prioritize comfort above all, this might not be the place for you. But if you’re looking for an authentic and traditional experience in Japan, this is a wonderful choice. We initially felt quite cold during the night, but the heater warmed up the room, making it cozy and comfortable. The showers were also great—hot and comfortable. The location is excellent, just 300 meters from the train station to Nagano and 300 meters from the bus station to Snow Monkey Park. From this spot, you only need to pay a 310-yen (~$2) bus ticket per person to reach the park, making it very convenient. This allowed us to skip an expensive tour.

I stayed here for 7 nights for and it was a very special white Christmas! Seongmi and Yoshi are really nice hosts, and made sure I was comfortable. It was so nice getting to know them and having breakfast every morning with other guests, who were also really nice. Seongmi cooked us all a delicious Korean pancake dinner and Yoshi served on Christmas. Amazing experience. The room and over all house was super cozy. I enjoyed reading and writing in the office room space. My room had shared a bathroom and shower, but no one ever used it the same time as I did so it was as if I had it to myself. It was perfect amount of privacy but also social getting to know other lovely guests there. They have connections with onsens nearby which I highly recommend. The hosts were also very helpful with arranging my heavy luggage to be delivered to my next location so I didn’t have to worry about it traveling to my next destination. It really felt like home and I will be back!

I was able to watch the video on the big screen, enter the kotatsu in a quaint room, enjoy a meal, and have a good time with my friends.The heating was well working, so I didn't feel the cold and it was very comfortable.It was full of amenities and I was very satisfied.I'd love to use it again.

Excellent staff and service at the hotel, especially Seigi and Kogiso who were very friendly and helpful. Both were most willing to help and made the stay very pleasant and comfortable. One example is we were asking directions for our next destination and didn’t realise the bus that we need to take requires reservations. We had trouble making the reservations and Seigi helped us throughout. What made the service exemplar was that the next morning, Seigi came with more detailed information on what to do based on his research as he didn’t know the info prior to that. Kogiso also did an excellent job in ensuring that our stay is welcoming and pleasant, just like in the comfort of home. The breakfast and dinner is highly recommended. Good quality Hida beef and a good variety of side dishes for dinner. Hot spring and private onsen was superb too. Highly recommended if you are looking for a peaceful ryokan experience with great service.

Shintaro’s home had heated tatami floors, great for the cold winter. He also served delicious bread daily with different jam flavors for the whole time we stayed. The home is spacious and warm. The area is also peaceful and calm. I Highly recommend ^^

Our stay was beyond what we expected. The host went above and beyond to help us with getting the most out of our trip. This was our first time in Japan. The next time we come to nagano we will definitely be staying here again. 10/10 recommended for people coming to ski and enjoy small ski town vibes.

Amazing place to stay. The rooms are warm and cozy, with windows that let in sun and can be opened on warm days. The onsen was very relaxing and clean. Hosts were amazingly welcoming and helpful. Really felt taken care of and they looked out for us. Not too many things to do directly around the ryokan, however that was perfectly fine for us and we spent most of our time comfortably in our room

Excellent staff and service at the hotel, especially Seigi and Kogiso who were very friendly and helpful. Both were most willing to help and made the stay very pleasant and comfortable. One example is we were asking directions for our next destination and didn’t realise the bus that we need to take requires reservations. We had trouble making the reservations and Seigi helped us throughout. What made the service exemplar was that the next morning, Seigi came with more detailed information on what to do based on his research as he didn’t know the info prior to that. Kogiso also did an excellent job in ensuring that our stay is welcoming and pleasant, just like in the comfort of home. The breakfast and dinner is highly recommended. Good quality Hida beef and a good variety of side dishes for dinner. Hot spring and private onsen was superb too. Highly recommended if you are looking for a peaceful ryokan experience with great service.

I stayed here for 7 nights for and it was a very special white Christmas! Seongmi and Yoshi are really nice hosts, and made sure I was comfortable. It was so nice getting to know them and having breakfast every morning with other guests, who were also really nice. Seongmi cooked us all a delicious Korean pancake dinner and Yoshi served on Christmas. Amazing experience. The room and over all house was super cozy. I enjoyed reading and writing in the office room space. My room had shared a bathroom and shower, but no one ever used it the same time as I did so it was as if I had it to myself. It was perfect amount of privacy but also social getting to know other lovely guests there. They have connections with onsens nearby which I highly recommend. The hosts were also very helpful with arranging my heavy luggage to be delivered to my next location so I didn’t have to worry about it traveling to my next destination. It really felt like home and I will be back!

Our stay was beyond what we expected. The host went above and beyond to help us with getting the most out of our trip. This was our first time in Japan. The next time we come to nagano we will definitely be staying here again. 10/10 recommended for people coming to ski and enjoy small ski town vibes.