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Shimaya

2.5 star property
Ryokan with free parking, steps from Yudanaka Hot Spring

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Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers
Point of interest
Exterior
Reception
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

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Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Shibu
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park
    ‪15 min drive‬

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Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 10 tatami size))

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 10 tatami size) | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 10 tatami size)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 10 tatami size)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 8 tatami size)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Yamanouchi

Shimaya places you next to Yudanaka Hot Spring and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Shibu. This 12-room ryokan has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Shibu - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 15 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Mount Yokote - 17 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 7 min walk
  • Iiyama Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪HAKKO - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪串道楽 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪福十拉 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪関谷醸造場 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪いさみ寿し - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Shimaya

Ryokan with free parking, steps from Yudanaka Hot Spring
Guests of Shimaya enjoy features like karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and an arcade/game room. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free area shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this hot springs ryokan include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer free toiletries, toilets with an electronic bidet, slippers, and bidets. Other standard amenities include free newspapers, safes, and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours. There are hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,600 for adults and JPY 1,600 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately JPY 1600 for adults and JPY 1600 for children

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

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 bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free shuttle service to and from the train station. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Shimaya Inn Yamanouchi
Shimaya Inn
Shimaya Yamanouchi
Shimaya
Shimaya Ryokan Hotel Yamanouchi-Machi
Shimaya Ryokan Japan/Yamanouchi-Machi, Nagano Prefecture
Shimaya Ryokan
Shimaya Yamanouchi
Shimaya Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Shimaya?

Shimaya provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Shimaya?

This ryokan is located in Yamanouchi, a short 2-minute walk from Yudanaka Hot Spring and also 11 minutes on foot from Shiga Kogen Ski Area. You'll also find Shibu and Baio-ji Temple less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Shimaya?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the ryokan.

Does Shimaya have a casino on the premises?

No, Shimaya doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Shimaya?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Shimaya?

Couples staying at this ryokan will appreciate amenities like a separate bath and shower and slippers as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Shimaya?

No, but guests can enjoy on-site hot springs at this ryokan.

Does Shimaya have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Shimaya serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Shimaya allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shimaya though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Shimaya?

No, this ryokan doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Shimaya?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Shimaya.

Shimaya Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 216 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful ryokan operated by a friendly couple - they went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable by letting us borrow boots for the snow and driving us up to the Snow Monkey park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Cozy Stay, Lovely Hosts

Adorable, family owned place with big (for Japan) traditional rooms. The owners are extremely friendly and even drove us to the monkey park. The onsen is clean and very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were treated extremely well by everyone at Shimaya. They went above and beyond to ensure that our travel plans worked out. Amazing customer service from very kind people!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and surrounding areas were beautiful covered in snow during our Winter visit. The hotel provided boots so we could easily get around in the snow. The man who was at the front desk during our stay was knowledgeable of the area and kind. We had two rooms and both were clean and comfortable throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

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

Snow monkey ryokan

It was a decent comfy plac. large bedroom. Friendly helpful staff. The owner even gives people rides to Snow Monkey Park and to the train station! My only disappointment was the picture from their listing showed a large beautiful outdoor onsen with a view, and come to find out that Onsen is not on the property -- it's located ten minutes drive away and closed for winter. That picture was the main reason I picked this hotel, and wanted to show my partner, so we didn't get that nice luxury experience. Oh well. It was decent besides that, and the town is cute and has many onsen!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Holly

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 1 night at Shimaya with my family in a Japanese style room. The hotel picked us up from the train station and also gave us a ride to the Snow Monkey Park the next day. The room was comfortable, but old and the washroom had a terrible smell. I could not find the toilet until I asked a fellow guest who said it was out on the balcony. We also had trouble finding the private onsen and couldn’t find anyone who spoke English, so gave up on that. The breakfast was just ok with boiled eggs, toast and cereal. Overall it was a bit disappointing as I was looking forward to the onsen. But it was good for a simple night stay in Yudanaka.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie

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

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Mr. Yamoto was great as was his wife. If you are looking for a place to sleep for the night on your way to the snow monkeys, this traditional hotel is great. They will take you to the monkeys and provide you with galoshes for the hike. The property is dated though, with some features in disrepair. The town is absolutely dead mid week with basically no dining options so bring food or be prepared to eat what you can find at the local minimart. The restaurants that are open are booked up by guided tours.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and relaxing Ryokan in Yamanouchi Onsen Town. I think I was the only person staying here at the time. I had the Onsen all to myself for the night I was there and I wish I had booked one extra night because the Onsen was very relaxing. The staff/owners are super sweet and wonderful people. They even offered me a ride up to the snow monkey park entrance when I arrived. The rooms have an excellent view of the mountains. Hot water and tea cups are waiting in your room when you arrive. The thermos' last a long time because I still had hot water in the morning for a tea on the balcony to watch the sunrise. Breakfast is basic continental. The fruits were super delicious and the bread for toast was fresh baked. The mattress was comfy and cozy, I fell asleep within minutes of laying down. Highly recommend staying here for a night or two if you're looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway in a cute mountain town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
My stay at Shimaya was great. The owner and his Son? Were very helpful and warm hearted. My room was very traditional and I loved it! The facility itself is a little run down, but clean and it has everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was so nice! We came a couple hours late, past check in, but he still checked us in and gave us a bunch of good info. The next morning, he lent us winter boots to walk around the muddy snow monkey paths. The room itself had a nice atmosphere and view.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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

Great Stay!

HIGHLY Recommended! Was a great family trip and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. If you have elderly or children please note there is no elevator and the stairs can be a little challenging so request a low floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ziyan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly boss. Can provide transport to/fro Yudanaka station. Just need to use phone and call them. Also to/fro to the monkey park. But need to make sure his driver is around. Family Onsen too small and needs cleaning.

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Only that even though the room is very large they can NOT fit more than two people per room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint century old multi-generational run family onsen. Feels like visiting a friend. The hosts are warm and so hospitable, provide local info and recommendations. Breakfast is not to be missed, the player piano, and jute box memorabilia set against a nice spread with local fruit, in addition to a modest western style offerings. A modest stay on a trip to see the macaques.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property in an incredible area with amazing hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramona

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming stay. Slept on tatami mat so helpful for my tweeked back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was so helpful, drove me to the snow monkeys, and generally was kind. Sweet little room i had, traditional and peaceful. A lovely experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The old man at the reception made this stay the best. He gave us recommendations and was so helpful! Especially with the language barrier he helped us out so much. Unfortunately the shower room and the toilet room lights did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shimaya is a great base to see the snow monkeys. Ichiro, the owner, is a wonderful person who will help you realize your dreams. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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