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Just 1640 feet from Yudanaka Station, traditional inn Shimaya Ryokan is a family-run friendly accommodations featuring hot-spring baths and Japanese-style rooms with free Wi-Fi. It provides free shuttle services from the station and to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and other famous local spots. This hotel was selected as one of Top 10 B&Bs and Inns in Japan by TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Award 2024. Rooms are cozy and comfortable, featuring tatami-mat flooring and futon bedding. They are equipped with a TV, a fridge and a safe. Some rooms come with an private bathroom. Ryokan Shimaya is just steps away from a 24-hour convenience store. It is 3.7 mi from Yomase Ski Resort. Free parking is available. Guests can leisurely soak in the spacious public hot spring bath or reserve baths for a private group. Meals can be served with advance reservation (extra charges apply). Japanese or American breakfast can be enjoyed at Shimaya’s dining room. A traditional dinner with seasonal dishes can be served in the privacy of guests' rooms. Open-air baths will be closed for a while from May 7.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Yamanouchi, this property has an excellent location score of 9.0!

Free Parking Available On Site

Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


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Room Type
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2 futon beds
2 futon beds
2 futon beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for Yamanouchi
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Litov
    Israel Israel
    The owners were extremely nice and helpful. Location was good and easy to get around.
  • Alexandra
    United States of America United States of America
    We got to use the Onsen bath without any one else it was really pleasant
  • Jana
    Slovakia Slovakia
    We had a beautiful stay at Shimaya, the owners were very nice, hospitable and made us feel welcome. We and another couple of guests had a free ride to the monkey park from the property! I would recommend this to everyone, truly.
  • Philippe
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location. Excellent room and facilities. Wonderful staff and service.
  • Susan
    Australia Australia
    We loved the views of the snowy mountains and only a short walk from the train station and close to restaurants.
  • Abby
    United States of America United States of America
    We had a great stay! It was amazing to experience a traditional ryokan. The room itself was beautiful, with a nice view. The bathrooms and communal spaces were definitely dated, but had character. The owners are so sweet and willing to help you...
  • Martin
    Germany Germany
    Owner is super nice and knowledgable, free ride to the entrance of the Snow Monkey Park. Free boots, really helpful!!
  • Kelsey
    United States of America United States of America
    Fantastic stay! Very welcoming, and paid attention to details which made the stay that much better.
  • Andria
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved the owners, very kind and helpful. He gave us a ride the the monkey park and lent us gum boots and umbrellas. I had a 7 and 10 year old and they even had a set in the right size for them. Also the private onsen was great bc I have a boy and...
  • Huili
    Singapore Singapore
    The owner is super friendly and helpful, provided us with lots of additional information about the surrounding areas. The lovely Japanese-style room has decent size and a balcony where you can relax and have a drink. The place is very well...

Property questions and answers
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  • Are tattoos allowed in the onsen?

    It is possible at my hotel. we consider it a form of art.
    Answered on 14 October 2022
  • Is there an outdoor hot spring bath?

    The outdoor hot spring bath is a 1-minute walk away. It costs 600 yen per person for 45 minutes to use.
    Answered on 19 February 2022
  • Do the rooms have a private toilet? The ads state "Shared bathrooms"

    It depends on the room type.
    Answered on 19 February 2022
  • Do you cater for any allergy or food preferences?

    It supports to some extent, but not vegetarian or halal dishes.
    Answered on 19 February 2022
  • Hi, any bedroom with private bathroom and toilet please? Thank you

    There is a private bathroom and a bedroom with a toilet.
    Answered on 19 February 2022
  • Is there a private toilet in this room?

    yes, there is
    Answered on 8 October 2023
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Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • レストラン #1
    • Cuisine
      Japanese

Amenities of Shimaya
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Ski
  • Ski school
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Karaoke
  • Game room
  • Skiing
Food & Drink
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Dry cleaning
    • Laundry
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Room service
    Safety & security
    • Safe
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    Spa
    • Public Bath
    • Hot spring bath
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules
    Shimaya takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 5 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ¥2,000 per child, per night

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroNICOSUCOtherCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    To have dinner/breakfast at the property, a reservation must be made in advance.

    The property is located on the upper floors in a building with no elevator.

    Please inform Shimaya of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Shimaya

    • Shimaya has 1 restaurant:

      • レストラン #1

    • Yes, Shimaya is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Shimaya is 5 miles from the center of Yamanouchi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Shimaya may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Shimaya is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Room options at Shimaya include:

      • Quad
      • Twin

    • Shimaya offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Game room
      • Karaoke
      • Public Bath
      • Hot spring bath