What is a Ryokan? Ryokans are the best way to experience Japanese culture and enjoy the true comforts of Japanese hospitality and service.
Hot springs have a very long history in Japan, and they are an intimate part of Japanese culture. There are over 3,000 "onsen" ,or hot springs, in Japan. Many can be found at the ryokans available on Japanese Guest Houses.
It is a 40 minute train ride on the Nagano Dentetsu line from Nagano train station to Yudanaka train station. From Yudanaka train station it is an 8 minute walk to Shimaya Ryokan. There is also a pick-up service but advanced reservations are required.
Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi-machi
Shimotakai-gun
Nagano-ken
長野県下高井郡山ノ内町湯田中温泉
