Bettei Senjyuan

Perched on a river in Minakami, this luxury ryokan sits steps from Tanigawa Onsen and a short drive from the Minakami Station Steam Locomotive Turntable. Ski spots like White Valley and Naeba are within easy reach, making it a solid pick for onsen-and-ski escapes.

Only 18 air-conditioned rooms keep the place intimate. Rooms include refrigerators, flat-screen TVs with digital programming, safes and minibars. Bathrooms feature separate tubs and showers with spring water baths and bidets. Daily housekeeping keeps things crisp.

Full-service spa with massages, facials and body treatments, plus hot springs and a sauna for serious relaxation. Ski-in/ski-out and ski-to-door access, ski school and rental support make winters easy. On-site shopping, a library and tour/ticket assistance round out the offerings — wake up to river and onsen breezes.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet (including Wi‑Fi in communal areas), free self-parking and a complimentary train station pick-up service. Luggage storage, multilingual staff, lobby newspapers and wheelchair-access features are available.

An on-site restaurant serves local cuisine and there's a bar/lounge for evening drinks. Breakfast is available for guests.