Boasting mountain views, Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan provides accommodation with an open-air bath, free bikes and a terrace, around 34 km from Ishidan-gai Steps. Offering free private parking, the 4-star ryokan is 48 km from Naeba Ski Resort. The accommodation offers a hot spring bath, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a shared bathroom with a bidet. All units feature bed linen. There is a coffee shop on-site. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests at the ryokan will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nakanojo, like cycling and hiking. Matsumoto Airport is 138 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free private parking available on-site

Open-air bath, ​Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
3 futon beds
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Nakanojo

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hampson
    Canada Canada
    The food was amazing Staff was very accommodating, my partner was sick and they brought a dinner to our room Onsen baths were great
  • Ernie
    Singapore Singapore
    Exception Ryokan ambience, 3 private Onsens that you can go in as a couple and lock yourselves in, nice Kiseki dinner, great views, clean
  • Alexander
    Germany Germany
    The staff was super friendly and helpful. The food was absolutely fantastic and if high quality. It’s great they have three private Onsen for free!
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The welcome and the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff was 2nd to none. The food was also excellent
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I absolutely adore this ryokan, it's the second time I've been here and it's just amazing. The staff are super lovely, the hotel is huge and clean and smells great, it has three private beautiful hotsprings, and the food is amazing. They said it...
  • Callum
    Canada Canada
    The food, the service, the location. It was something straight out of a fairy tale. 11/10, would recommend staying here to anyone visiting Japan.
  • Eunice
    Singapore Singapore
    The ryokan is comfortable with good jazz music. Food was delicious and the private onsen is great too!
  • Mark
    United States United States
    Kashiwaya Ryokan was a wonderful place to stay in Shima. It's located right off the bus stop and is a pleasant walking distance to many other places in Shima. The food was amazing, and every meal as to be savored with all the senses. The service...
  • Paul
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful and extravagant dinner and breakfast. Very friendly and helpful service. Beautiful private and public onsens.
  • Krasimira
    Bulgaria Bulgaria
    Exceptional hospitality, tidy and comfort room, amazing experience with the open air onsen and the unforgettable dinner😍

Hosted by Masuo Kashiwabara

9.8
9.8
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Masuo Kashiwabara
We are a quaint traditional Japanese-style hotel (Ryokan) nestled in the Shima Onsen resort, offering a cozy atmosphere with only 14 rooms. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Japanese culture with our authentic cuisine, traditional rooms, and private open-air onsen baths. Experience the essence of Japanese onsen culture with the convenience of three traditional open-air private onsen baths available for unlimited use during your stay. Moreover, our facility welcomes guests with tattoos, providing a discreet environment where you can enjoy the onsen without worry. While our English proficiency is limited, our sincere and warm hospitality extends a heartfelt welcome to foreign guests. Shima Onsen, located just 3 hours from central Tokyo, is renowned for its old-fashioned streets, serene ambiance, and scenic features like rivers, lakes with special blue water, and surrounding mountains.
About Shima Onsen : Shima Onsen itself is a tranquil retreat along the crystal-clear Shima River, known for its hot springs that are believed to cure a myriad of ailments, with "shima" meaning "40,000" in reference to the purported number of illnesses treated. The resort exudes a traditional charm, capturing the hearts of visitors with its nostalgic atmosphere. Notably, Shima Onsen has gained fame as one of the inspirations for the onsen ryokan featured in the animated film "Spirited Away."
Languages spoken: English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • River view
  • Mountain view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Wellness

    • Public Bath
    • Open-air bath
    • Hot spring bath

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules
    Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 17:00
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Curfew
    Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 18:30 and 07:00
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBNICOSUCCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 07:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    FAQs about Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan

    • The prices at Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Yes, Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan is 6.8 miles from the centre of Nakanojo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan include:

      • Triple
      • Twin
    • Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Public Bath
      • Hot spring bath
      • Bicycle rental
      • Open-air bath