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Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei

Property class: 3

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A hot spring area with stone steps and a wooden fence.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and wooden chairs.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, low tables, and cushions.
A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bench, a large bathtub, and a tiled wall.
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden roof, a tiled floor, and a bench in front.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$383
1 Oct - 2 Oct

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2219 Ooazahirao, Yamanouchi, Nagano, 381-0401
  • Place, Shibu
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yudanaka Hot Spring
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

Japanese Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

Japanese Style Room - B

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

About the area

Yamanouchi

Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei places you steps from Shibu and within a short 5-minute stroll of Shibuyu Bridge. Highlights at this ryokan include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free area shuttle. .This ryokan offers free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. There's also valet parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Yamanouchi ryokan, attractions include Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Madarao Kogen Ski Resort.

What's nearby

  • Shibu - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Shibuyu Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sake Storehouse and Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 8 min drive
  • Matsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪味処 みかさ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪羅臼庵 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪HAKKO BEER STAND - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪福十拉 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪YUDANAKA BREWERY COMPLEX “U” - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei offers its guests hot springs. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Yamanouchi ryokan.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down duvets. This Yamanouchi ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include toilets with an electronic bidet and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private onsen (in communal space). Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. There are hot springs on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (JPY 800 per night)
  • Limited on-site self and valet parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Private indoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Genkan (entryway)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 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.

  • Valet parking fee: JPY 800 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, debit card or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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.
  • Guests with tattoos are not able to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Inn Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Inn
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Ryokan
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Yamanouchi
Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei?

Yep, Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei has a free self car park. Additionally there is valet parking for JPY 800 per night.

How much does it cost to stay at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei?

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei on 1 Oct 2026 start from NZ$383, 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 there a spa on site at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei?

No, there is no spa at this property. Shibu is a short 1-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei?

No, Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei?

No, pets are not allowed.

Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 53 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The location was amazing and the staff was extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was my first stay at a traditional ryokan. The service was above my expectations! The staff were all so very kind and helpful. My favorite part was all the traditional Japanese cuisine. I ate so many wonderful dishes that I would not have otherwise. The waters for this onsen are quite hot so be sure to mix cold water until you find a suitable temperature.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

excellent ryotan

futon was v comfortable and service impeccable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed at Ichinoyu Katei for one night and had an excellent experience. Futons were very comfortable, the breakfast in the morning was in the traditional Japanese style. There are two areas on the upper floor (gender-separated) with two hot baths, one indoors and one outdoors in each area. We were given the key to visit the town's public baths. The staff were very friendly and took care of us. They do speak sufficient English. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a gem! Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei is an experience in itself. A short ride from Yudanaka train station, this tradițional ryokhan is excellent. As soon as you arrive you will be greated by the hotel manager (okamisan) who is attentive and will answer any questions. Dinner and breakfast were included in the price and the food was amazing. Traditional food was prepared with attention to the details and served by lovely staff. Be punctual. Dinner at 630 and breakfast at 730. There are nine public onsen which can be accessed by a key you will receive at the hotel and the hotel has its own onsen, one inside and one outside with a view of the montainous horizon. Room is trafitional japanese. Confortable sleep. The snowmonkey park is not far and you can get a lift from the hotel and will be dropped off nearby the park. You will the walk about 15 min to the entrance, hiking through the gorgeous forest with extremely tall trees and hot springs. The snowmonkeys are adorable. Amazing memories.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First Trip to Yudanaka Nagano to Snow Money Town

This is our first trip to see the snow monkey park at Yudanaka-Nagano, along the way we decided to include an onsen stay . This hotel at Shibu Onsen Inchinoyu Katei offers free roundabout shuttle from/to Yudanaka station and hotel. However, you will need to make call arrangement with the help from the native jap staff from tourist information counter located at Yudanaka station. Do make use of google translate to help you in the process as the native jap has minimum understanding of english. You can also pay a visit to the snow monkey park using the bus service (for snow monkey 2 days pass) and it is a short bus journey. For convenience of travelling light, it is recommended that you temporarily deposit your bags at station and it is 500 yen for baggage deposit. Note that you will need to walk up the trekking pathway to snow monkey park and it will be 40 mins on foot from where the bus alights you at the bus stop. The overall experience for the hotel onsen is an eye opener as you get to experience local traditional jap food and culture. The food is more to a healthier diet and taste. Service is excellent from a warm welcome by front desk to the servers at their kitchen. They provide extra mile service and care to the customers. Do enquire with them on the do's and don't 's for first timer use of onsen. Do not overly soak yourself in the hot waters as your body might not be able to take it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice, this time of year is dead. Most of the shops and restaurants were closed. We had to go into town for dinner. It was nice not to have crowds. The Bath Houses were empty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nydelig hotell med godt vertskap! God mat og flott med tilbud om lokal transport i området rundt (eks til monkey park og togstasjonen). Utrolig fornøyd med mitt opphold her! Anbefales på det sterkeste! Det ligger midt i sentrum av Shibu onsen, perfekt dersom man ønsker å bruke de varme kildene (onsen) i området!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
後から食事頼まなくて、困りました。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
服務認真，態度親切。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
全体的に清潔感があってよかったです。裸足で廊下の畳の上を歩いていても気持ちよかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
撮影スポットとして知られる金具屋の隣にあり、サービスも行き届いていて食事もとても美味しく頂きました。また利用したい旅館です。
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place

Staff were so nice and kind. The place was great and in the great location. We definitely want to come back and recommend people. The hot tub was too hot.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

9つの温泉巡り

温泉巡りがしやすい立地でした。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

雪の中の温泉に行く時

中々良い旅館でした。 しかし外の温泉行く時は下駄はやめた方がいいです。滑りまくって危険でした。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

千と千尋の神隠し

温泉街雰囲気を楽しめるいぃ宿です。 とても綺麗で女将さんの対応も素晴らしかったです。 露天風呂もあり温泉街を一望できます。 猿も自由に旅館の屋根で遊んだりしていて見ていて楽しかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff and room. The showers are with the Onsen so it’s a little strange as a American used to so much privacy but luckily there was only one time there was another women out of the three nights we stayed. Food is all Japan style but amazing. Loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay here. The staff were such a delight and the rooms were beautiful. The hotel is located in a beautiful traditional settings and staff were happy to point or take you in the right direction.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing traditional Ryokan!!!

This hotel was AMAZING!!! The whole area was great, we did the whole 9 Onsen thing, had the Kaiseki dinner and breakfast the next morning (there was coffee!!!) and then went to see the snow monkeys (which were probably my favorite part of the entire trip). The staff was absolutely perfect, extremely helpful and did even more than we could ask for. It took a bit of effort to get up here (check out the shibu onsen website for train dets) but was completely worth it. We would definitely stay here again. Also, when you get to the train station in Shibu, go to the information kiosk and tell them you'd like them to call Ichinoyu to come pick you up - apparently this is totally normal. They came about 5 minutes later to drive us to the hotel. And then the next morning they drove us up to the snow monkeys. All free. Absolutely stay here, it will totally make your trip!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you could possibly want from a traditional Japanese inn. Everything was second to none. A real cultural experience. Can’t really put into words how special this place is
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely family owned ryokan

This was a lovely family owned ryokan that is very convenient & cozy for seeing the snow monkeys and having an onsen experience. The staff bent over backwards to help and spoke a little English. I would recommend getting meals included as the food was very good, had a lot of variety and was high quality keiseki cuisine. The rooms had Japanese kotatsu or heating tables in them and were warm and quiet. There is no shower in them, only toilet and sink. You have to use the public shared female or male bath with onsen in the hotel, or use one of the public onsens on the street. This hotel is very conveniently located on the famous onsen street and you get a master key to experience all the onsens located on this street each purported to have different healing properties. This is a lovely experience not to be missed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great ryokan experience for kaiseki cuisine and onsen hoping !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
素泊まりでの利用でしたが、フロントの方の対応がとてもよく、周辺のお店の案内や、車の移動などとてもよかったです。温泉も、館内と外湯巡りと出来るので素晴らしい。 次回は食事付きでいきたいです。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service the owners are very helpful and friendly. I would stay here again. The Japanese style room was great and the outdoor bath on the roof was great on a cold snowy night
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best place I've ever stayed - didn't want to leave

My favourite hotel in Japan, with my favourite host and in my favourite location. The ryokan is square in the middle of Shibu Onsen, perfect for visiting the public onsens. And if you feel shy, not only does it have its own hot spring bath, there is even a private one. The rooms are huge, warm and comfortable, with your own dining area views onto the quaint street. The shuttle from Yudanaka stops about 100m from it too, which also takes you up to the amazing monkey park in 20 minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017