Shimaya

Property class: 2.5

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Located close to Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu, Shimaya provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), an arcade/game room, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 24-hour public bath. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a large bed, a television, and sliding doors.

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, a television on a wooden table, and a shoji screen window.

Japanese Style Room, 2F, Shared Bathroom/Toilet

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a large bed, a television, and sliding doors.

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 10 tatami size)

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a large bed, a television, and sliding doors.

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 10 tatami size)

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a wooden desk with a telephone, and a television.

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 2F, 8 tatami size)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a wooden desk with a telephone, and a television.

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 3F, 8 tatami size)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a wooden desk with a telephone, and a television.

Traditional Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style, 4F, 8 tatami size)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
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About the area

Hirao, a neighborhood in Yamanouchi, is home to Shimaya. Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Mount Yokote. Don't miss out on a visit to Jigokudani Monkey Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Visit our Yamanouchi travel guide
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Yudanaka Onsen, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0401

What's nearby

  • A snow-covered landscape with a flowing waterfall, a bridge, and traditional buildings.
    Shibu
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A traditional Japanese building with a red roof and a large statue in the background.
    Heiwakannon
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Baio-ji Temple
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nishimiya Shrine
    4 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station
    7 min walk
  • Kaesa Station
    25 min drive
  • Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
    94 min drive

Restaurants

  • 味処 みかさ
    6 min walk
  • HAKKO BEER STAND
    6 min walk
  • YUDANAKA BREWERY COMPLEX “U”
    10 min walk
  • 小石屋カフェ
    14 min walk
  • 福十拉
    5 min walk

About this property

Shimaya

  • Ryokan near Yudanaka Hot Spring
  • Located close to Shibu and Jigokudani Monkey Park, Shimaya provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), an arcade/game room, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 24-hour public bath. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and hot springs on site
    • Karaoke, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Shimaya offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Separate tubs/showers, toilets with electronic bidets, and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Mini fridges and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is Shimaya pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shimaya?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shimaya on Nov 13, 2026 start from CA $173, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shimaya?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shimaya?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shimaya located?

Located in Hirao, this ryokan is within a 5-minute walk of Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu. Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Jigokudani Monkey Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). Yudanaka Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Shimaya Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 247 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 247 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 247 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 247 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 247 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The owner was super friendly and the room was comfortable! Would stay here again. Thank you for the nice evening ☺️
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a warm, family run ryokan with excellent service in a good location near shops and restaurants. The onsen waters were fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay with very friendly staff, the offer free transport to the monkey park and the onsen are great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The owner of the property is really nice and helpful, he drove us for lunch when we arrives and the next day to the monkey forest The rooms are clean, bright and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, comfortable, simple breakfast And good location. It is exactly as described.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff managing the hotel are warm & very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful ryokan operated by a friendly couple - they went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable by letting us borrow boots for the snow and driving us up to the Snow Monkey park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

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It was a great experience staying there. Simple down to earth accommodation with friendly staff and owner. We had a great time there and location is good with nearby restaurants. Good option if you are seeking a clean and comfortable stay with basic amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The gentleman who runs the place is very nice and accommodating. There was hot water and tea waiting for us in our room, which was a delicious, unexpected treat. The bathroom / shower are small, but were clean and served their purposes. The women’s onsen was very relaxing and much needed after a day at the Snow Monkey Park. My family and I enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cozy Stay, Lovely Hosts

Adorable, family owned place with big (for Japan) traditional rooms. The owners are extremely friendly and even drove us to the monkey park. The onsen is clean and very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Spacious, clean room with a great view. Very friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Stay!

HIGHLY Recommended! Was a great family trip and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. If you have elderly or children please note there is no elevator and the stairs can be a little challenging so request a low floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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charming - excellent service from hosts. as others have mentioned, they gave us a ride up to the monkey park, & to train station upon our departure, for which we were so grateful after a week’s trekking. as vegetarians, we were also super happy with the breakfast offerings. such sweet people, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Superb host offered great advice and dropped us off at the entrance to snow monkeys. Room was great traditional room. Ideal location if going to snow monkeys easy walk from the train station
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We were treated extremely well by everyone at Shimaya. They went above and beyond to ensure that our travel plans worked out. Amazing customer service from very kind people!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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While this is an older hotel, it is clean, things are in working order, and rather charming and unique. For example, I had a large room with a small patio that offered a beautiful view of the city. It’s in a quaint quiet town with gorgeous views of the mountains surrounding the town. I appreciated the thoughtful touch of hot green tea. The thermos amazingly kept the water hot even till the next morning. Because I went during « low » season in May, I was able to enjoy the onsen to myself ! The host/owner is a sweet man. It is rather expensive for one night but I did not regret my stay. I did get plenty of exercise being on the fourth floor with no elevator.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We highly recommended a stay at Shimaya Ryokan for anyone visiting Yudanaka. The location, cleanliness & attention to detail were outstanding and host/owner Mr Yamuto (apologies if name is spelt incorrectly) went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and that all our needs were met… even driving us to Snow Monkey Park and providing us with maps for the next leg of our trip. A very positive and memorable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I will be up front, this is an older property with some older sensibilities, not everything is pristine and glistening and new. What you do get however is one of the most charming bath houses, set against a backdrop of stunning mountains. It is a family run business and they will and do go the extra mile for their guests. I cannot reccomend more than if you are going to see the snow monkey park nearby that you stay here, enjoy the fantastic ambiance, a thoroughly musical breakfast and some of the best and kindest owners you could ask for.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property and surrounding areas were beautiful covered in snow during our Winter visit. The hotel provided boots so we could easily get around in the snow. The man who was at the front desk during our stay was knowledgeable of the area and kind. We had two rooms and both were clean and comfortable throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Quaint century old multi-generational run family onsen. Feels like visiting a friend. The hosts are warm and so hospitable, provide local info and recommendations. Breakfast is not to be missed, the player piano, and jute box memorabilia set against a nice spread with local fruit, in addition to a modest western style offerings. A modest stay on a trip to see the macaques.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A Lovely Stay

Would highly recommend this traditional hotel for anyone travelling to Yudanaka. We were made to feel very welcome by the friendly host. Public onsens are on site. However, a private onsen is available for a small fee, which is well worth it! A complimentary lift to the snow monkey park the following morning was much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Shimaya is a traditional inn with comfortable futons on tatami flooring. Nicely hot onsen, unique deep soaking bath in the room. Owners are lovely and it was extremely useful to be driven to the monkey park in time for it opening. That's a taxi fare of about 2000 yen so a generous honour provided by the owners. Great location
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay at Shimaya. The owners, as mentioned in other reviews are outstanding. Gave us a ride to the Snow Monkeys and were very helpful. The breakfast (¥700) was simple and quick - toast, fruit, yoghurt, coffee and juice! Onsen was clean and great. We were on the fourth floor and the views were unreal. Will for sure be returning in the winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Cozy place that’s conveniently accessible to Yudanaka station. There’s a convenience store (Lawson) located right outside the train station and on the way to Shimaya. The couple who owns the place is very friendly, often greeting guests at the common area throughout the day. Room is spacious enough for 2, including much space for airing snowboarding attire. Comes with hot water that is replaced everyday, as well as green tea powder if you wish to make your own. Washroom and bathroom are clean. Overall a very pleasant experience, would highly recommend to anyone visiting Nagano and/or snowboarding at Shiga Kogen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The owner was so nice! We came a couple hours late, past check in, but he still checked us in and gave us a bunch of good info. The next morning, he lent us winter boots to walk around the muddy snow monkey paths. The room itself had a nice atmosphere and view.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024