Title: Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan Traditional ryokan near Zenko-ji Temple offers peaceful accommodations with an indoor public bath where travelers can warm up and rejuvenate ## Photo gallery for Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan ![Public bath - Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan (Nagano)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930708/5953c9c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan (Nagano)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930708/cc488fb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan (Nagano)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930708/5f1845e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan (Nagano)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930708/9c0084f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom - Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan (Nagano)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930708/9750a63a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan provides a serene retreat just steps from Zenko-ji Temple. Guests appreciate the tranquil atmosphere of this traditional Japanese inn. The indoor public bath offers a perfect way to relax after exploring, while in-room WiFi keeps travelers connected. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=17930708&PinnedHotelID=17930708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=17930708&PinnedHotelID=17930708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=17930708&PinnedHotelID=17930708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=17930708&PinnedHotelID=17930708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=17930708&PinnedHotelID=17930708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=17930708&PinnedHotelID=17930708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=17930708&PinnedHotelID=17930708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=17930708&PinnedHotelID=17930708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Small Double Room, Non Smoking ![Small Double Room, Non Smoking | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930708/2f02381e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Small Double Room, Non Smoking 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning TV Separate bathtub and shower Hydromassage showerhead Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk - 100 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Futons - Mountain view ### View all photos for Basic Quadruple Room ![Basic Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930708/c387ac92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Quadruple Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning TV Separate bathtub and shower Hydromassage showerhead Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Futons - Mountain view ### View all photos for Basic Triple Room ![Basic Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930708/73ea0849.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Triple Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning TV Separate bathtub and shower Hydromassage showerhead Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk - 133 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Futons - Mountain view ### View all photos for Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom ![Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930708/9750a63a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning TV Separate bathtub and shower Hydromassage showerhead Private bathroom Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 250 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Futons - Mountain view ### View all photos for Japanese Traditional Room ![Japanese Traditional Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930708/396c8ee7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Traditional Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning TV Separate bathtub and shower Hydromassage showerhead Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk - 262 sq ft - Sleeps 5 - 5 Twin Futons ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Nagano travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Nagano.dx6127975) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.65531%2C138.18771&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lfUklzLfxEmW99QPN-2G1R4Ke1I=) 49, Daimon-cho, Nagano, 380-0841 ### What's nearby - ![Nio-mon Gate at Narita-san Shinsho-ji Temple near Tokyo, Japan (HDR image)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526921240/abd75e28-0845-4322-98c4-d0328d6d8e56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nio-mon Gate 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - ![Zenko-ji Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103756/3239f74d-336a-4070-9bfa-eeb8872897ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Zenko-ji Temple 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Japanese Traditional Paper Museum 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Gondo Shopping Street 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum 9 min walk \- 0.8 km ### Getting around - Zenkojishita Station 9 min walk - Nagano Station 15 min walk ### Restaurants - 小川の庄 おやき村長野分村 大門店 1 min walk - 大善 1 min walk - 珈琲専科 ブラジル 3 min walk - 今むらそば 本店 2 min walk - とんこつラーメン 博多屋台 3 min walk ## About this property ### Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan Ryokan near Zenko-ji Temple Located close to M-Wave Olympic Memorial Arena and Nagano Olympic Stadium, Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan provides an indoor public bath (no minerals) and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this ryokan include: - Self parking (surcharge) and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Kaiseki meal ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - On the boardwalk/promenade ### Spa - Public bath open from 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM - Public indoor bath (no minerals) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hydromassage showerhead - Separate bathtub and shower - Slippers - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating (climate-controlled) - Individual decor - Phone - Tatami (woven mat) flooring - Tokonoma (alcove) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Uncovered self parking fee: JPY 1500 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as Shimizuya Ryokan Nagano Shimizuya Nagano Shimizuya Ryokan Chuoukan Shimizuya Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan Ryokan Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan Nagano Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan Ryokan Nagano ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan? ### What time is check-out at Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan? ### Where is Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 91 8 - Good 23 6 - Okay 11 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew Jan 20, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Cozy ryokan in a nice area. The lady in charge was very friendly and welcoming. ##### Matthew Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosa Dec 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our room was very clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our morning breakfast. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f7cb3149-7c69-4eaa-946f-30896628d7c1-1767073610913.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rosa Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arami Dec 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great spot to rest. Amazing hosts. ##### Arami Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andreas Dec 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The owners made us feel very welcomed. We enjoyed their homemade traditional Japanese breakfasts, his and her onsen bath, and the care they took to make us feel comfortable. We cannot recommend this highly enough! ##### Andreas Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lian Jan 7, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service This place is great if you’re truly looking for a traditional experience. Futons on the floor, royakan, family run and hostel like. Good to know that it’s shared bathrooms, showers are only in onsen area, and hallways are quite cold in winter. Couple is very friendly and makes a lovely breakfast - note this is Japanese style. It’s very close to temple, Gondo and old part of town - super cool, but it also closes quite early. A unique experience we will remember for sure. :) ##### Lian Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Sean Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Excellent location for a quick trip to Zenkoji Temple and a very good bargain. The only issues are the stairs being steeper than most people are likely used to, and the futons can give you a stiff back. The price is nice in that it gives you the ability to try out the Ryokan experience without committing to a heavy price tag. ![Room](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d2808527-4d9f-465d-9a7b-fb1ae3439da8-1759663413815.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Staircase ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0e4ca0fb-6760-4c1e-86db-701cfe22b682-1759663406771.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sean Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregory Jul 30, 2025 Liked: Amenities Loved it! Authentic and comfortable. Great location. Great hosts! ##### Gregory Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### loic Mar 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Ryokan was beautiful, clean, comfortable, and conveniently located in Nagano, and the owners were extremely kind and helpful. We loved our stay there! ##### loic Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connor May 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice hotel, super clean. The owners were super kind and welcoming. Highly recommend. ##### Connor Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jennifer Mar 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A peaceful and calming stay. Charming hosts and what a spread at the japanese breakfast, a lot of work went into it. ##### jennifer Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gavin Mar 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The staff was very kind and accomodating. ##### Gavin Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Cabreros Oct 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities the couple who owns it are so so nice and lovely. ##### Jennifer Cabreros Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deanna Mar 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent stay at this traditional Ryoken It was a fabulous opportunity to stay at a traditional Ryoken and treated with Japanese hospitality. The location was also perfect and we could walk to the temple any many of the best restaurants which our hosts easily knew! So grateful. ##### Deanna Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucas Jan 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a great and affordable ryokan! The couple who own the ryokan was kind and assisted us as much as they could. It was kinda cold but the rooms were heated properly. Overall great stay! ##### Lucas Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eduardo Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great to experience a Ryokan stay at a reasonable price. Superior service by a very nice couple. Highly reccomended!! ##### Eduardo Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Santosh Feb 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities In the middle of it all, it’s a hostel type property but don’t let that discourage you. Lovely couple that welcome you and help you with whatever you need. Location is amazing with a short walk to the temple and to all eateries. Room is cozy, overall I loved the experience ##### Santosh Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth Apr 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I stayed for 5 days and it was an outstanding experience in a ryokan. The staff was excellent and the location couldn’t be better. I highly recommend this when in Nagano. ##### Kenneth Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Betty May 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is an authentic old-style ryokan with welcoming hosts who treat their guests like family. The building is very old and, being wooden construction, creaky and drafty, but also charming. The onsen was exceptionally clean and a wonderful first time experience for us. The breakfast was beautifully presented and delicious, with a variety of offerings we had never before encountered. We are westerners in our early 70s and were a little worried about sleeping on futons on the tatami mat covered floor, but we both slept well and appreciated this truly Japanese experience in the lovely city of Negano. ##### Betty Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Mar 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really enjoyed this Ryokan! We were hoping to have a traditional Ryokan experience while in Japan and this was perfect. The couple managing the property were very kind and attentive. The location is also very handy (right on the main street between Nagano station and Zenkoji temple). Highly recommend staying here. ##### Julie Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brooke Apr 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We had three kids with us, and we were treated so well. It was so much fun! ##### Brooke Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bronte Dec 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan is a historical building in a convenient location. It is a 10 minute walk to the famous Zenkōji Temple and only 1 minute from the locals' favourite ramen and tonkatsu. However, the highlight of this Ryokan are the hosts. They made every effort to make us feel welcome and comfortable, despite the language barrier. I strongly recommend staying at Chuoukan Shimizuya Ryokan if you value culture and coziness. ##### Bronte Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol Mar 10, 2024 Gorgeous elderly couple. Very attentive and helpful. Old and authentic place. We loved it. Traditional breakfast was great. ##### Carol Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sangwan Dec 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Historic Inn Historic Inn, truely different experience. Great location, short walk to large temple. 20 plus minute walk to central station and main restaurant area, nice evening walk. Simple, healthy Japanese bfast Would recommend only for those who dont need modern creature comforts. ##### Sangwan Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauro Francisco Sep 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities My stay at the Ryokan was nothing short of exceptional. The hosts went above and beyond in every way, ensuring that our experience was both comfortable and memorable. From the moment we arrived, they greeted us with warmth and genuine hospitality, making us feel like family. Every detail was thoughtfully taken care of. Highly recommended. ##### Lauro Francisco Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erik Feb 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very old, but cute Ryokan. Highly recommended. Very nice Ryokan cared for by a cute elderly couple. The place is old and this is noticeable from how it looks. It's not run down by any means, but looks and sounds like it has had a long history. The elderly couple have been a joy, despite the very limited English they know. The bath felt amazing after long days Exploring. The only thing to be aware of are the hard futons. I highly recommend staying here if you want a Ryokan experience in Nagano that doesn't break the bank. ##### Erik Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [HOSHINOYA Okinawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Okinawa-Hotels-HOSHINOYA-Okinawa.h40226148.Hotel-Information) > > [Highland Resort Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Highland-Resort-Hotel-Spa.h990130.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Double Funabashi](https://www.expedia.ca/Funabashi-Hotels-Double-Funabashi.h46101432.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Tokyo Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Tokyo-Bay.h35893302.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Niseko-Hotels-The-Lake-View-Toya-Nonokaze-Resort.h16360038.Hotel-Information) > > [Kasuitei Ohya](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Kasuitei-Ohya.h13002262.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Karuizawa Cross](https://www.expedia.ca/Karuizawa-Hotels-Hotel-Karuizawa-Cross.h55600775.Hotel-Information) > > [Wakakusa no Yado Maruei Ryokan](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Wakakusa-No-Yado-Maruei-Ryokan.h6136631.Hotel-Information) > > [Wakoshi Tobu Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Saitama-Hotels-Wakoshi-Tobu-Hotel.h40135307.Hotel-Information) > > [Fuji View Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Fuji-View-Hotel.h2333483.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Route-Inn Court Karuizawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Karuizawa-Hotels-Hotel-Route-Inn-Court-Karuizawa.h4625474.Hotel-Information) > > [Ooike Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Ooike-Hotel.h5620879.Hotel-Information) > > [HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-HOTEL-MYSTAYS-Fuji-Onsen-Resort.h16114229.Hotel-Information) > > [Karuizawa Hotel PAIPU NO KEMURI](https://www.expedia.ca/Karuizawa-Hotels-Karuizawa-Hotel-PAIPU-NO-KEMURI.h16267869.Hotel-Information) > > [Kawaguchiko Station Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Kawaguchiko-Station-Inn.h15066351.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeland Hotel Mizunosato](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Lakeland-Hotel-Mizunosato.h10608801.Hotel-Information) > > [Fujisan Onsen Bessho SASA](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Fujisan-Onsen-Bessho-SASA.h14626817.Hotel-Information) > > [Fuji Onsenji Yumedono](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-Fuji-Onsenji-Yumedono.h9635420.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Green Plaza Hakuba](https://www.expedia.ca/Nagano-Hotels-Hotel-Green-Plaza-Hakuba.h5271776.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel WWJ Ina](https://www.expedia.ca/Ina-Hotels-OYO-44684-WWJ.h44815658.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ritz-Carlton, Okinawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Okinawa-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h5117262.Hotel-Information) > > [La Vista Hotel - Stay on the Slopes](https://www.expedia.ca/Nagano-Hotels-La-Vista-Hotel-Stay-On-The-Slopes.h21852624.Hotel-Information) > > [Fufu Kawaguchiko](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-FUFU-KAWAGUCHIKO.h33760212.Hotel-Information) > > [The Busena Terrace](https://www.expedia.ca/Okinawa-Hotels-The-Busena-Terrace.h200973.Hotel-Information) > > [Beppu SUGINOI HOTEL](https://www.expedia.ca/Oita-Hotels-Suginoi-Hotel.h2897957.Hotel-Information) > > [HOTEL ANTEROOM Naha](https://www.expedia.ca/Okinawa-Hotels-HOTEL-ANTEROOM-NAHA.h42283738.Hotel-Information) > > [Wafu Pension MIYAZAWA](https://www.expedia.ca/Nagano-Hotels-Wafu-Pension-MIYAZAWA.h16164480.Hotel-Information) > > [La Vista Fuji Kawaguchiko](https://www.expedia.ca/Kofu-Hotels-La-Vista-Fuji-Kawaguchiko.h15976788.Hotel-Information) > > [Matsubaya Guesthouse - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Omachi-Hotels-Matsubaya-Guesthouse.h103436614.Hotel-Information)