Andaikan  

In Yamanouchi, Nagano — a snug ryokan tucked into the mountains and minutes from Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shiga Kogen Ski Area. You’re also close to Shibu, the Sake Storehouse and Museum, Onsen-ji Temple and a short drive from Jigokudani Monkey Park.

An unpretentious, eight-room ryokan with a simple mountain vibe. Rooms are air-conditioned and come with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, slippers, showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is daily and the staff speak English and Japanese.

Recreation includes hot springs and onsite massages, plus easy access to nearby ski areas for winter adventures. Complimentary Wi‑Fi keeps you connected and free self-parking makes arriving easy. Wake up to crisp mountain-air mornings and head straight for the slopes or the baths.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property. The front desk is staffed during limited hours and free self-parking is available onsite.

Full breakfasts are served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.