Yamakikan
Yamakikan
Boasting an open-air bath and views of mountain, Yamakikan is a ryokan set in a historic building in Naganohara, 48 km from Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park. The ryokan offers a spa experience, with its hot spring bath, hot tub and public bath. The ryokan also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Every unit features air-conditioned units and a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and kettle. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. At the ryokan, each unit includes bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, and a minimarket is also available. Guests can also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Mt. Kusatsu Shirane is 33 km from the ryokan. Matsumoto Airport is 109 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
Property highlights
Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)
FREE private parking!
Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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Guests who stayed here loved
Derek
Singapore“Good place for its price point. Authentic food in the region, full japanese staff (as we could see), no fuss but no extras too. Great view of the mountains if you get the right room. I would say value for money place.”
Ivan
United Kingdom“Service was impeccable, beautiful location, quiet. Perfect!”
Ricky
United States“Beautiful area in fall, amazing history, beautiful room with a great view. The owner spoke English well and was my main contact before and after my stay.”- Olga
Denmark“The room was very spacious. There was a private onsen that could be used by any guests which was amazing. The food was exceptional and the receptionist was very friendly and spoke amazing English” 
Teri United States“We’ve stayed at many ryokan since living in Japan for two years and this was one of our favorites! It’s a pretty property run by the 15th generation owner. We had a very large room and a private dining room but the ryokan was not very large, so it...”
Sekiguchi
Japan“静かでプライベートが保たれていて素晴らしい。木一本一本の名札も土地の木を分かりやすくしてくれるサービスとして素晴らしい。”- 沙羅双樹 Japan“いつもながらの丁寧な接客と美味しい食事でゆったり寛げました。 また温泉もすべすべの泉質で身体がポカポカ温まりよく眠れました。”
- 怜怜美
Israel“居心地の良いお部屋で家族とゆっくりできました。窓からの景色も美しく、温泉3種類もじっくり堪能しました。小さい子どもと一緒の滞在でしたが、不便なく過ごせました。館主さまをはじめとしてスタッフみなさまに快く迎え入れていただけて感謝しています。また来たいです”
Property surroundings
Facilities of YamakikanGreat facilities! Review score, 9.4
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Inner courtyard view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Lake view
- View
Outdoors
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Room Amenities
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Temporary art galleries
Media & Technology
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
General
- Shuttle service
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Soundproof rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Accessibility
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
- Massage chair
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages spoken
- English
- Japanese
House rulesYamakikan takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Yamakikan in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
FAQs about Yamakikan
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Room options at Yamakikan include:
- Twin
- Family
- Quadruple
- Suite
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Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Yamakikan on this page.
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Yamakikan is 3.7 miles from the centre of Naganohara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Yamakikan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Yamakikan offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Hot spring bath
- Open-air bath
- Massage chair
- Temporary art galleries
- Public Bath
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Check-in at Yamakikan is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
