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Aburaya Tosen

4.0 star property
Riverfront ryokan with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, towels
Japanese Western Suite with Open Air Bath
Porch
Special room for in-room dining
Spa

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$419
14 July - 15 July

Explore the area

Map
2586-5 Sano, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0402
  • Shibu
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Special room for in-room dining

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Spring-water bath
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Beds

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Bath

Bath

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Suite with Open Air Bath

Junior Suite with Open Air Bath

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Spring-water bath
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Japanese Western Suite with Open Air Bath

Japanese Western Suite with Open Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Spring-water bath
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Deluxe Suite with Open Air Bath

Japanese Style Deluxe Suite with Open Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Spring-water bath
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Futons

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Special room for in-room dining

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Spring-water bath
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Yamanouchi

At Aburaya Tosen you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Shibu and Shiga Kogen Ski Area. Highlights at this ryokan include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, 菜の花小路／個室食事処, serves Japanese cuisine and is open for dinner. ループトップバー「雪月花」 is the ryokan's own rooftop bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free train pick-up service. .With a stay at this 4-property class Yamanouchi ryokan, you'll be 0.9 km (0.6 mi) from Yudanaka Hot Spring and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park.

What's nearby

  • Shibu - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maruike Ski Area - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 15 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 7 min walk
  • Iiyama Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪関英ドライブイン - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪HAKKO - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪串道楽 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪福十拉 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪関谷醸造場 - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Aburaya Tosen

Riverfront ryokan with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
Aburaya Tosen offers its guests hot springs. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Aburaya Tosen. A train station pick-up shuttle and A train station drop-off shuttle are free. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Yamanouchi ryokan.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Aburaya Tosen offers 32 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Digital televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 2:30 PM to midnight. There are hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 for adults and JPY 1,100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Restaurants on site

  • ループトップバー「雪月花」
  • 菜の花小路／個室食事処

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Highchair
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public bath open from 2:30 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Lift (81 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Extra futon (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for JPY 3300 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 1650 for adults and from JPY 1100 for children
  • Futon bed fee: JPY 3300 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 3300 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for private bath/onsen. For reservations, contact the ryokan before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Aburaya
Aburaya Tosen
Aburaya Tosen Inn
Aburaya Tosen Inn Yamanouchi
Aburaya Tosen Yamanouchi
Aburaya Tosen Japan/Yamanouchi-Machi, Nagano Prefecture
Aburaya Tosen Ryokan
Aburaya Tosen Yamanouchi
Aburaya Tosen Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aburaya Tosen?

Aburaya Tosen offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Aburaya Tosen?

As of 1 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aburaya Tosen on 14 Jul 2025 start from NZ$415.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Aburaya Tosen?

Yep, Aburaya Tosen has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Aburaya Tosen?

No, there is no spa at this property. Shibu is a short 7-minute walk away.

Is Aburaya Tosen family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free train station drop-off, as well as highchairs and baby baths in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Aburaya Tosen is a hit with families.

Does Aburaya Tosen serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is available daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aburaya Tosen?

No, Aburaya Tosen does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Aburaya Tosen?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Japanese cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Aburaya Tosen?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Aburaya Tosen?

No, pets are not allowed.

Aburaya Tosen Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 195 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian, Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel but a bit dated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

NATALIA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just amazing! Wonderful staff. Thank you for making our stay so special. Could not recommend it enough! My family felt really well taking care of. Thank you!!!

10/10 Excellent

eleni, Hillsboro Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a wonderful and unique experience ! The owner greeted us outside the door with a warm welcome and also on our departure was there to say good bye. The entire staff was so kind and courteous. Marina, especially went out of her way to help us throughout our stay. We chose to book the private onsen room and it was well worth the extra charge. We also opted to have the traditional Japanese dinner. Again, such a unique and amazing experience. We were asked to choose from a beautiful selection of yukatos/kimonos upon our arrival to wear to our dinner. And of course don’t miss the snow monkeys! It is a short train ride, but then quite a long walk uphill and a further beautiful hike to get there. (We did see taxis dropping off people to the top but it would still be half an hour easier hike to arrive there ). Worth it !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolute excellent experience from beginning to end. Hospitality, service, food and dining, in room Onsen and very attentive and sweet owner always assuring we are comfortable. That’s why we have become repeat customers!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicoletta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly & service is good. Good breakfast spread & rooms are clean. We enjoyed our stay & will consider to be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Allison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
If you’re going to stay at this hotel, I would suggest you pay the extra money to have one of the rooms with a private onsen. Somehow I booked a basic room that was more than basic. It smelled like mold and had little more to offer than a futon on the floor. Thank goodness we were able to upgrade. I would have left the hotel otherwise. Staff were great, very friendly and helpful. Few spoke English just as a side note.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room with private onsen, clean and spacious. Dinner was solid, felt slightly rushed during the first seating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owner and staff were amazing and so friendly. We loved our stay !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location! Walkable from Yudanaka Station. Has a shuttle service for pickup and dropoff to the station. Short walk to the bus stop to the Snow Monkey Park. Breakfast buffet is decent. Right next to a brewery if you want to try some local crafted beer. Rooms are nice and big. 2 public onsens and also a private onsen is available. Downside is the kaiseki dinner option may not to available so prepare to plan for dinner elsewhere. They have a do-it-all-staff, this one receptionist was checking us in/out, driving the shuttle van, and communicating in English~ impressive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miyuki

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed during the shoulder season and it was quiet at the time so we were able to enjoy the public onsen all to ourselves. Private onsen in our own room was perfect for us as we have tattoes, but the staff said if your tattoo is for fashion purpose only, it'll be ok - just let them know in advance. Food was great, they have free trf services to/from Yudanaka station. We didn't get to go this time but it's not too far from Jigokudani snow monkey park. We loved the roof top bar they had! Staff including the owner were very polite, friendly and courteous that we enjoyed our time there and we'll definitely recommend and go back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect authentic Japanese stay for the family.

Great experience for the family. Japanese hospitality at its finest. The meals were exceptional and meticulously served. Onsen on our balcony was a treat. Lovely escape after a day of skiing. Highly recommend. Special mention to our dinner waiter Koji-San. Great job!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly and accommodating since i had to check out before the available checkout time. Clean waa absolutely spacious and clean. Love having my own open air bath! I definitely would come back fo spend more time there.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Traditional
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel made feel like royalty. This hotel was really and staff was very accommodating, professional and kind. I loved our suite and breakfast and dinners we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ayako was amazingly warm and welcoming to us. The owner fed us even though we areived too later for dinner. We were absolutely spoiled by their hospitality and if I could spend my entire trip there I would.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at this location could not have been better! It was a 5 Star experience in all categories! We stayed in the suite with the open air onsen and it was amazing. The staff offered the best costumer service all throughout the hotel. The food was incredible for all meals, another 5 Stars! The owner of the establishment came and spoke with us on 2 separate occasions to make sure we were enjoying our stay. This place is a total gem if you are staying in the Nagano area. We will definitely be returning in the future!!! Domo arigato gozaimasu!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in May 2024