Hotel Marusansou  

In Chikuma — a ryokan minutes from the Nishizawa Piggy Bank Museu and close to Joyama Historic Park, Arata-Jo Mountain Castle and Daiei-ji Temple. Day trips reach Obasute Rice Terraces and Ueda Castle for scenic hikes and history stops.

Designed in a simple, modern style with a lobby and garden that echo classic Japanese atmosphere. The property shows a collected art display and has glamorous bars for evening drinks. Rooms (76 total) come with minibars, flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, private bathrooms, turndown service and daily housekeeping. Relaxation options include hot springs and a sauna.

Soak in on-site hot springs, unwind in the sauna, then try karaoke in the evening. Stroll the garden or grab a drink at the bar/lounge amid the hotel’s art collection. Practical perks include free self-parking, complimentary Wi‑Fi, a train station pick‑up service and an elevator.

24-hour front desk, complimentary newspapers in the lobby and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self-parking and a complimentary train station pick‑up service make arrivals and day trips simple.

Enjoy kaiseki dinners featuring selected seafood and Shinshu mountain flavors. The ryokan serves breakfast and dinner in the restaurant, offers limited room service, and a complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM. Sip cocktails or a nightcap at the bar/lounge.