Hotel Sanraku  

Perched in Yamanouchi in the Shiga Highlands, this ski ryokan puts you minutes from the lifts. Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Ichinose Family Ski Area are a short drive away, with Onumaike Pond and Jigokudani Monkey Park within easy reach.

The property offers 42 guestrooms that blend practical comfort with ski-lodge ease. Rooms come with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, safes and private bathrooms with separate tubs and showers, plus slippers and daily housekeeping—ideal for family-friendly stays.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi, a gift shop/newsstand, table tennis, karaoke and children’s playrooms keep things lively off the slopes. A ski school and easy access to nearby ski areas make it a winter hub, while on-site laundry and free self parking keep stays effortless—wake up to crisp mountain air after a day on the runs.

Luggage storage, an elevator and free self parking are available; note the front desk is staffed for limited hours.

Enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, with full breakfasts served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.