Skip to main content

Koishiya Ryokan

2.5 star property
Escape to serenity where warm hospitality meets scenic beauty. Enjoy local flavors at the on-site cafe or discover new adventures.

Choose dates to view prices

Nestled near Shibu and Yudanaka Hot Spring, Koishiya Ryokan offers a tranquil retreat. Guests can unwind with a cup of coffee at the cafe, savor meals at the restaurant, stay connected with in-room WiFi, explore nearby attractions with tour assistance and concierge services.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is HK$676
HK$831 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 14 of 14 rooms

View all photos for Japanese Tatami Room, Mountain view

In-room dining

Japanese Tatami Room, Mountain view

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

View all photos for Dormitory for men 1 bed in 3 beds

Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Dormitory for men 1 bed in 3 beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Hairdryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Futon

View all photos for Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 147 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Bed in Male Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Japanese Tatami Room, Mountain view

Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Tatami Room, Mountain view

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

View all photos for Japanese Tatami Room, Mountain view

Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Tatami Room, Mountain view

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Hairdryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

View all photos for Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Hairdryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Hairdryer
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Japanese Style Room

Interior

Japanese Style Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Japanese-Style Room

  • Sleeps 3

Japanese-Style Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Japanese Style Room For 2-3 Persons

Dining

Japanese Style Room For 2-3 Persons

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Japanese Style Room For 3-4 Persons

Dining

Japanese Style Room For 3-4 Persons

  • Sleeps 4
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Yamanouchi is home to Koishiya Ryokan. Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Shibu are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jigokudani Monkey Park. Biande Shinshu Nakano and Taikan Bonsai Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including hot springs and skiing. Visit our Yamanouchi travel guide
View more Guest houses in Yamanouchi
Map
2277, Hirao, Shiga-kogen/Yudanaka, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401

What's nearby

  • 0_214671247
    Shibu
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mount Asama crater.
    Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park
    3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area featuring snow skiing, landscape views and snow
    Shiga Kogen Ski Area
    4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Shibuyu Bridge
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station
    5 min drive
  • Matsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto)
    86 min drive

Restaurants

  • 味処 みかさ
    19 min walk
  • The Farmhouse
    3 min drive
  • 猿座カフェ (ENZA Cafe)
    3 min drive
  • 穂垂亭 HOTARU TEI
    3 min drive
  • ラーメン 徳味
    1 min walk

About this property

Koishiya Ryokan

Guest house near Yudanaka Hot Spring
Close to Shibu, Koishiya Ryokan provides amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket information
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers, bidets and hairdryers
  • Electric kettles and heating

Similar properties

Hot springs
Hotel Housei
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 223 reviews
Hotel Housei
Compare similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (JPY 800 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: JPY 500 to 1,600 for adults and JPY 500 to 1,600 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Spa

  • 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 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Geta (wooden sandals)
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 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

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately JPY 500 to 1600 for adults and JPY 500 to 1600 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 800 per night (492 ft away; open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Koishiya Ryokan Yamanouchi
Koishiya Ryokan
Koishiya Yamanouchi
Koishiya
Koishiya Ryokan Guesthouse
Koishiya Ryokan Yamanouchi
Koishiya Ryokan Guesthouse Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

Is Koishiya Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Koishiya Ryokan?

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Koishiya Ryokan on 5 Apr 2026 start from HK$676, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Koishiya Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Koishiya Ryokan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Koishiya Ryokan located?

Situated in Yamanouchi, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Shibuyu Bridge and Yudanaka Hot Spring. Shibu is steps away. Yudanaka Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Koishiya Ryokan Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 142 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Helpful staff. Clean and comfortable. A perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay at this great little inn. It may be a bit different than what most western guest expect to find, but I went for the Ryokan experience and was not disappointed. Staff were really great, helpful in scheduling transport to the monkey park and to the train station. Room was clean, good size, and had everything I needed. The town itself is a cute little village and it was a great experience going to all 9 baths in the town. The baths themselves could use a bit more attention... some were in need of a good cleaning. But regardless it was a unique and fun experience to walk around town in a Yakuta and hop from bath to bath. Make sure to get your souvenir towel stamped at each one!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Strath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and everything was easy for us. Shuttle service to & from station was excellent as well as to the monkey park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raphaël

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming Ryokan, with stylish old style room. Just take care not to make noise. But the village is really cute in the middle of the mountain with the 9 public hot springs.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomáš

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly. Upon arrival the guest gets a yukata and a key to 9 public thermal springs around the town, where he may bath freely. Note that they are extremely hot. The staff also offers a free ride to the Snow Monkey Park or Yudanaka Station in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful Ryokan in a typical Japanese village. A unique experience in a lovely room. Enjoy the little onsens, each one with different water sources.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional staff and hospitality willing to accommodate any requests. Very informative and great exposure to traditional ryokan/ onsens. Highly recommended - thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

marni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing and very accommodating with bags. They actually have a pick up service depending on your arrival and departure times. This was a bonus since it worked out when we were leaving. Our room was very spacious and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

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

Would recommend!

Would highly recommend this inn for a stay in the Japanese Alps. The staff are absolutely amazing - nothing is too much trouble for them and they're always around to offer you help and support. There is a free shuttle service both to and from the train station and up to the Monkey park. The rooms are spacious and we were very comfortable on our futons ☺️ The onsen hopping is also a great attraction...worth the trip out of the city to see!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful making this a relaxed and comfortable stay. It is an old building but well kept. Not as fancy as some places down the road but extra charming. The public onsens were fun to try. Their shuttles are well organized and we had no trouble booking the times to private onsen and monkey park that we wanted. Excellent service and stay and would return and recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jordin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The ryokan is in the perfect location for wandering around Shibu Onsen and is right next to all the public baths. They provide a shuttle service to and from the local train station in Yudanaka and a free shuttle to the Monkey Park. They have a breakfast menu and serve dinner on some nights but not all, so be prepared to find your own food in the town. Note that the food options can be limited as many places have varying opening hours. The Ryokan is traditional, the rooms are big and clean and you make your own beds. They provide yukata and everything you need to enjoy the public onsens. There are shared bathrooms and limited shower facilities. Gendered bathrooms are on different floors, you may not have a bathroom on your floor. The ryokan has many rooms and gets quite busy so book your shuttles early. The staff were wonderful and speak excellent English. The Ryokan was excellent value for money. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to experience this delightful town without spending a fortune on accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matilda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such an amazing experience here. Great place in this charming village of Japan. We’ll definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

Delightful Inn

We loved our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

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

A dream stay

Fantastic! If you are looking for the plushest hotel with facilities everywhere … then not for you. If you want a beautiful traditional ryokan with access to the baths, clean showers and great service where the staff go extra without even asking then stay here. As a father and two sons staying in a traditional room we had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 9 public onsens (baths) were interesting, #9 was the best imo, but the town itself is captivating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassius

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel and this city was the best part of my Japan trip. I loved staying in a traditional old Japanese ryokan, and I absolutely loved hoping around to all the onsens! Note, they are extremely hot! The staff was wonderful and very accomodating. They offer free shuttle rides to the monkey park or to the train station, so that is wonderful. Ate once there for breakfast, and it was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

Perfect Winter Getaway

Staying here was a dream. The staff was absolutely amazing and were one of the reasons we would like to come back. They were extremely hospitable and very pleasant to talk to. They were hardworking and answered all of our inquiries about the facilities and surrounding town. They really went out of their way to make us comfortable. We were picked up from the train station, they suggested things to see and places to eat, helped book things, and shuttled us to the monkey park. The cafe downstairs was great, and the rooms and location were the traditional and quiet getaway we were looking for. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking in this area.

10/10 Excellent

Misa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Authentic yet casual ryokan experience. Staff are so accommodating - picked us up at Yudanaka Station outside of normal pickup hours, advised us to stay in the waiting room (freezing cold in February). Following day, drove us to Snow Monkey Park, first stop to drop our luggage, then to the entrance. I accidentally left my Snow Monkey Pass in my luggage, and she drove me back to the first spot to retrieve it!! Thank you for your generous heart ;)))
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Stay here forever !!!

When we came out of Yudanaka Station travelling by train from Nagano (~1300 Yen p.p.) we got stopped by an older gentleman who insisted on helping us to find our hotel. I showed him our Expedia reservation and he mumbled: "Hmmm, yes..yes...Koishiya." He had a hard time finding it on his free map and I was waiting for him to offer us an expensive shuttle or for him to hold up his hand for a tip. No such thing! He was a student from the local English school and even ran after us when I decided to take the adventurous road up the hill. "No, no. This road very hard, take the one by the river. Much better." Such kindness and care set the tone of the best day ever at Koishiya. Google Map had a hard time finding the Ryokan (search "Koishiya Yamanouchi") and the address pointed to this shady street next to a fancy looking hotel entrance. Pleasantly surprised we were to find out the fancy hotel was our resting place for the night. Shoes are OK when you enter the lobby, just not in the room. The two boys running the place were more than accommodating and showed us kindly around the building. The room was a traditional Tatami room with low table, mats, and soft mattresses you can lay on the floor. What? No TV? No, and that's better. WiFi, a heater, and the romantic atmosphere was enough. We were offered to go to a super fancy Onsen (natural hot spring) in an amazing hotel nearby...for free?! First time in an Onsen, little bit awkward, but there was barely anyone there.

10/10 Excellent

Adonis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
War gut
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

tetsuya

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

店主さん

店主の方が良い方で色々会話も出来て素晴らしいです。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mineo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
建物は古いですがよく改修されていて、シャワーやお手洗いはキレイで掃除が行き届いており快適でした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
車で行くときは1900迄に公共駐車場が閉まってしまうので要注意。部屋はリノベーションしてもう少し清潔性がほしい。 外湯の温泉の泉質は9つあり、純粋に温泉を楽しむには隠れた名湯かもしれない。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

satomi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
申し込み段階の表示が不鮮明。 朝食在り、と表示されていたから朝食が含まれているかと思たらそうではなかった。 旅館とあるがホステルのようで驚いた。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024