Kidoike Onsen Hotel  

In the Shiga Highlands of Yamanouchi, this ski hotel sits minutes from Shiga Kogen ski areas and about 5.3 km from scenic Onumaike Pond — ideal for slope days and short nature outings.

An Art Deco property with 61 guestrooms, many featuring fireplaces and flat-screen TVs. Rooms include coffee/tea makers and limited housekeeping for a cozy, low-fuss stay.

Ski-in/ski-out access, on-site hot springs, ski storage and a complimentary ski shuttle get you to the slopes fast. Complimentary Wi-Fi, gift shops/newsstands, table tennis, picnic and BBQ areas, a children's playroom and free self-parking round out the practical perks.

About 3,229 sq ft (300 m²) of event space with three meeting rooms makes the hotel event-ready; there’s also an elevator, safe-deposit box, laundry services and on-site parking.

An on-site restaurant and a coffee shop/café serve meals and snacks, with full breakfast available daily from 7:30–9:00 AM for a fee — perfect fuel before hitting the slopes.