Yumoto-kan <湯元館> features 2 large public bathhouses, each has an indoor bath and an outdoor bath under roof covering, and shower facilities.

Oniga-joh <鬼ガ城>, landscaped with volcanic rocks from Norikura Highlands and enclosed with bamboo fencing, offers bathing at the outside with no roof covering and no shower, a traditional Japanese bathing experience of soaking in the onsen and contemplating nature in the open air.

All public bathhouses in Yumoto-kan and Oniga-joh are gender-segregated and switched every mid-night.
Open: 14:00 to 24:00 & 1:00 to 10:30

Sennin-no-yu <仙人の湯> is a private small bathhouse ideally for couples, families or any individuals seeking onsen bath in privacy. ( not open air bath )

Open (with reservation): 15:00 to 21:00 & 7:00 to 9:00
Charge: JPY2,160/ (including tax) for 45 minutes

Onsen Etiquette

1. All guests are advised to avoid alcohol before entering the onsen as bathing in onsen under alcohol intoxication will for example, lead to further dehydration or blood pressure increase.

2. In consideration of our other guests, we do not permit any guests with tattoos using the public bathhouses. Guests with tattoos may use the private bathhouse ‘Sennin-no-yu’ at a fee for which reservation is required.

3. Taking photograph or video inside the bathhouse and the changing area is not permitted

Azumi-no <あづみ野> Restaurant has intimate dining area layout with Shoji <障子> screen dividers installed for added privacy and multiple dining rooms of traditional Japanese design and furniture settings, which can accommodate large party of the Ryokan guests.

Dai-Bosatsu toge <大菩薩峠> Banquet Hall where dining meets with traditional Japanese interior design provides a spacious venue for banquet and business functions.

Turukago <蔓篭> souvenir shop, selling a variety of local confectionaries and handicrafts and Shinshu
<信州> seasonal products which make suitable gifts for friends and families.

Waiting lounge next to the Reception, where guests could relax and surf the Internet by connecting to the free Wi-Fi.


Kurumi <胡桃> Lounge, transformed from formerly a Doma <土間> of the Ryokan owner’s residence, offers intimate reading corners and comfortable sitting area. Here, guests may surf the Internet, chat with friends, read a book from the library, or enjoy a drink at the bar that serves selected alcoholic drinks and other beverages.
Open: 15:00 to 21:00 & 7:30 to 10:00

Two Rakuinkyou <楽隠卿> Karaoke Rooms

Open (with reservation): 15:00 to 22:00
Charge: JPY4,320/ (including tax) for 60 minutues
Song Selection: Japanese, English, Chinese & Korean

Dinner features Chefs' selection of Japanese local and seasonal specialties.

Breakfast features the local specialties - onsen porridge and Japanese traditional dishes. The onsen porridge is said to have soothing or curative effect for gastrointestinal problems.

Dinner and breakfast are included in your stay at the Ryokan. For more details about meal courses and menu options, please contact us.

Dinner: 18:00 or 18:30 or 19:00
Breakfast: 07:30 or 08:00 or 8:30

When contacting us for room reservation, please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions, food allergies or religious restrictions on certain food or beverages.

Please note that our restaurant does not have the following options in our food menu:-
(a) vegetarian meal; (b) Halal meal; (c) non-wheat flour contained meal; (d) some other dietary restrictions of guests.

Nearby attractions are Japan Alps Kamikochi <上高地> and Norikura Highlands <乗鞍高原>. Please visit Kamikochi Official Website at http://www.kamikochi.or.jp/english/ for information about its opening period and travel guide.

Please take note of the geographical location of Shirahone Onsen for your itinerary and schedule planning.

Please note that the timetable and the frequency of the local train and bus services to Shirahone Onsen vary from season to season. Please always obtain the latest version for your itinerary planning.

A. Alpico Group(Matsumoto~Shirahone~Kamikochi)
B. Nohi bus (Takayama ~ Matsumoto)

Those traveling by bus, please let us know your bus schedule once confirmed, we will arrange a pick up at the ‘Shirahone-Onsen’ bus stop.

Those traveling by car during winter or snow season, please make sure your car is fitted with snow chains to the tires or with winter tires. Mountainous region may experience extreme weather conditions for a prolonged period in winter. Please seek proper advice from your car rental company, or contact us for information.