- An inn that transcends time and heals the soul
- Hot water" Gentle hot water that sinks into the skin and mind
- Sora" A soft Japanese space where time stands still
- Food" - A gentle dining table where the body and mind are in harmony.
- The building speaks of a quiet emotional experience.
- We received customer feedback (from GoogleMap)
- Walking around Shibu Onsen, a town of hot spring water (guide to the area)
- A gentle taste that harmonizes with the town (Introduction of nearby stores)
- Friendly for international visitors
- Basic Information on the Inn
- About Reservations
- Access
- Frequently Asked Questions
- A relaxing, hot-spring rest
An inn that transcends time and heals the soul
Wooden buildings built from the Meiji era to the early Showa era that mark the passage of time.
The metal fittings shop is designated as a registered tangible cultural property, and as soon as you pass through the door, you will feel as if you have wandered into a storybook world.
The appearance is reminiscent of "Spirited Away" and creates an "extraordinary time" that will remain deeply in the hearts of visitors.
The Japanese sense of beauty is breathed into the hot water, food, and space, while maintaining the atmosphere of Shibu Onsen in Shinshu.
The "Kanaguya" is a special inn where culture and healing are in harmony.
Hot water" Gentle hot water that sinks into the skin and mind
The quality of the spring water at the metal fittings shop is "weak alkaline simple spring.
The hot spring ingredients are gentle and feel as if they softly envelop the skin.
The alkaline ingredients softly remove dead skin cells, leaving your skin smooth after bathing. Coldness, fatigue, stress, and other problems that we tend to have in this modern age are gently soothed by this hot spring.
🔸 Features of hot springs
- star Souce-of-spring water 100% / 24-hour bathing available
- star 2 private open-air baths (free of charge, no reservation required)
- star Sauna and open-air baths for both men and women
🔸 Bath Information
| spring quality | Alkaline simple spring |
| efficacy | Beautiful skin, recovery from fatigue, improvement of sensitivity to cold |
| Bathroom type | Large public bath/open-air bath/private bath (reservation required)/sauna |
| Bathing hours | 15:00 - 10:00 the next day (late night and early morning OK) |
| About Bathing | English-speaking staff on duty Onsen manner guide available (English, Chinese, Korean) |
Sora" A soft Japanese space where time stands still
The smell of tatami mats, the light through shoji screens, the quietness.
The guest rooms in the hardware store are soft, as if time has stopped.
Hard to imagine from the word "cultural asset," it is comfortable and well appointed, with Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and clean amenities.
An evening here is full of quiet excitement.
🔸 Room Features
- star Quaint wooden guest rooms built from the late Meiji period to the early Showa period.
- star All rooms are Japanese-style rooms, surrounded by tatami mats and shoji paper screens for a relaxed atmosphere.
- star All the rooms are non-smoking to support a comfortable stay.
🔸 Room Information
| Number of rooms | 28 rooms (all with different structures) |
| capacity (of boat, hall, aeroplane, airplane, etc.) | 2-5 persons (depending on room type) |
| Room Type | Japanese-style room (with bath and toilet, some without bath) |
| Check-in/Out | 15:00-18:00 / ~10:00 |
| equipment | Toilet, washbasin, air-conditioning/heating, Wi-Fi, yukata (Japanese bathrobe), and amenities |
Food" - A gentle dining table where the body and mind are in harmony.
Quiet cooking that naturally pleases the body.
The hardware store's meeting place is,Wild vegetables and river fish from ShinshuEach dish is made with the tenderness of the ingredients, such as local miso and vegetables.
The taste is not overly assertive, but spreads gradually with each bite.
I think that "the taste is soaked" is the word I think of when I eat this kind of food.
In the morning, there is miso soup with a gentle broth aroma and fluffy white rice.
It gently sets the mind at the beginning of the day.
🔸 Meal Features
- star Making the most of the seasonal bounty of the local Shinshu areaKaiseki cuisine in your roomslowly
- ☆ Local Tasteand seasonal menus that can be enjoyed in all four seasons.
- ☆ Homemademiso shoplocal sake breweryAttention to ingredients such as locally brewed sake from
🔸 Room Information
| Cooking Style | Japanese-style kaiseki cuisine (menu featuring the best of the season in Shinshu) |
| dinner | 18:00- (Room meals available / semi-private rooms available) |
| breakfast | Japanese breakfast / served in a sunken hearth-style dining space |
| special support | Allergies can be accommodated (prior notice), vegetarian on request |
| local food | Shinshu beef, wild vegetables, nozawana, homemade miso, local sake |
The building speaks of a quiet emotional experience.
At the hardware store, learn about the beauty and history of the building.Guided Tours of Cultural PropertiesYou can participate in
The Taisho-romantic architecture, the detailed design of the ceilings and lighting, and the handiwork of craftsmen that has been passed down through the ages.
It is a gentle experience that allows you to notice the "breath of this inn" that you cannot understand just by staying at the inn.
We received customer feedback (from GoogleMap)
Submitted by: MG
★★★★★
The building has a sense of history and the abundance of hot springs in the building is wonderful. The guest rooms are spacious, and the feeling of time passing in a relaxed manner is excellent. I ordered shabu-shabu for dinner, and the Shinshu apple wagyu beef was very tasty with crispy fat. The barley toro rice for breakfast was also irresistible.
Submitted by: Mr. Fujii
★★★★★
I was a little worried because of the mixed reviews, but from the time I arrived at the hotel until I left, the staff in charge was smiling, friendly, and courteous. I would definitely recommend taking the tour of the museum to get to know the building. After listening to the explanation, we learned about the history of the building and the luxurious construction of the guest rooms, etc. It was a precious stay. The hot spring baths at the inn were hot, and the outside baths were either too hot or too hot for me.
Submitted by: y mz
★★★★★
We visited on a deep snow day in the middle of winter.
The exterior, rumored to have been used as the model for Spirited Away, is beautiful, and the hallways have a great atmosphere as well. I also enjoyed the tour of the museum.
The hot springs are scattered throughout the pavilion, and while looking for the next one, one gets cold and cools off in the next bath, then warms up again in the next bath, repeating the process.
That is also good.
I have fond memories of strolling through the hot spring resort area after dinner to look for sake and snacks for the evening meal.
Then you will be welcomed by the beautifully lit inn.
Walking around Shibu Onsen, a town of hot spring water (guide to the area)
Outside the inn,narrow lane lined with cobblestonesand the air with a flutter of hot water.
It is somewhat nostalgic and makes me feel strange, as if I am being told "welcome back" even though I am here for the first time.
The Jigokudani Yaen-koen, famous for its nine outdoor hot springs and monkeys soaking in the hot springs, is also close by.
After a stroll, return to the inn for a relaxing hot spring bath--this is a town that will surely suit your style of spending time.
A gentle taste that harmonizes with the town (Introduction of nearby stores)
Soba Restaurant Yariya
Soba Restaurant Yariya, tucked away in a back alley of Shibu Onsen in Shinshu, is a famous soba restaurant with an elegant appearance and a reputation for its handmade soba noodles. Using locally grown buckwheat flour, Yariya's soba is a must-try during your trip, especially when you are in between meals.
Japanese Dining Goyen
This dining room offers authentic Japanese cuisine that makes the most of local seasonal ingredients from Nagano and fresh seafood shipped directly from Niigata. In the bright and open atmosphere of the restaurant, you can enjoy a variety of dishes from lunch to dinner. Please enjoy a heartwarming moment between strolls in the hot spring resort or at the end of your trip.
Friendly for international visitors
English-speaking staff are on hand, and brochures in English, Chinese, and Korean are available.
They also explain in detail about hot spring etiquette and dining.
Payment can be made by various credit cards, PayPay, Alipay, etc. in multiple languages.
Not only is it "uniquely Japanese," but it is also "friendly Japanese.
Basic Information on the Inn
| Facility Name | Kanaguya, a historical inn |
| Location | 2202 Hiraiwa, Yamanouchi-cho, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano, 381-0401 Japan |
| Phone number | 0269-33-3131 |
| Check-in/Out | 15:00-18:00 / ~10:00 |
| Access | Approximately 7 minutes by car from "Yudanaka Station" of Nagano Electric Railway (pick-up service available, reservation required) |
| parking lot | Free parking available (for guests only) |
| Official Site | http://www.kanaguya.com |
About Reservations
Reservations are recommended through the official website.
Official exclusive privileges such as a guaranteed private bath and priority access to tours of the hotel are also included.
Access
- 🚄 Tokyo Station → Hokuriku Shinkansen → Nagano Station (about 1 hour and 20 minutes)
- 🚋 Nagano Station → Nagano Electric Railway "Yudanaka Station" (about 45 minutes)
- 🚗 Yudanaka Station → Kanaguya (approx. 8 min. by courtesy car, reservation required)
- 🚙 25 minutes by car from Shinshu-Nakano IC / Free parking
📍 Google Maps → https://goo.gl/maps/KUqXYBYLDbpQu8sQA
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Are meals served in the room?
A. Basically, meals are served in the dining room, but some plans may be available for room service. Please confirm this at the time of reservation.
Q2. What are the meals like?
A. We offer Japanese kaiseki cuisine using seasonal ingredients from Shinshu. You can enjoy seasonal flavors such as "Shibu-no Jibu-ni" for dinner and "Mugitoro Gozen" for breakfast.
Q3: Can you accommodate food allergies?
A. Yes, it is possible. If you have allergies, please consult with us in advance. We will do our best to accommodate your request, but it may be difficult depending on the contents.
Q4. what are the meal times?
A. Dinner will be served from around 6:00 p.m. and breakfast from around 7:30 a.m. Detailed times will be provided upon check-in.
Q5. do you use local ingredients?
A. Yes. We use plenty of fresh local ingredients such as Shinshu beef, wild vegetables, nozawana, homemade miso, and local sake.
A relaxing, hot-spring rest
When you are tired, when your heart is wistful,
Have you ever thought, "I could use a little quiet time?"
Just a hot tub in a hardware store,
There is a gentle time to just take a deep breath.
A time when no one rushes you and all your senses seem to unwind.
This is an inn that gently accompanies the unspoken "I want to take a rest.
