7 Best Ryokans in Nagano, Matsumoto with Private Baths for Family Trips

Every day is hectic and I don't have time to rest... If you're a working mom, why not take some time to relax and take a relaxing bath? We recommend a trip to the Matsumoto area Nagano, where there are many onsen. Let's go out with the whole family and share some relaxing time! It takes about 2 and a half hours from Shinjuku Station to Matsumoto Station by express train. The scenery of the national treasure "Matsumoto Castle" and the surrounding castle town will instantly get you excited about your trip ♡ Since you can see the inside of the castle tower of "Matsumoto Castle", it may be your child's first trip to experience history ◎

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About a 5-minute walk from Matsumoto Castle, head to Nawate-dori Shopping Street along the banks of the Metoba River. It is a modern-retro shopping street with about 40 stores lined up in the style of row houses. It's also a great place to buy souvenirs and enjoy eating while walking. It's a pedestrian paradise 24 hours a day, so you don't have to worry about bringing your kids with you ◎ Your kids will have a blast seeing the unique stone frog statues that can be seen all over the city ♪ After sightseeing around Matsumoto City, be sure to spend some time relaxing at ryokan ♡ Book In this article, we have collected [ryokan with private baths] around Matsumoto so that you and your family can take a bath without hesitation!

Located on the hill of Utsukushigahara onsen, Hotel Shoho ryokan with a panoramic view of Matsumoto City and the Northern Alps from the rooms. It's a fun time to spend time looking for places to visit during the day while looking at the glittering night view of onsen Castle with your family. *Confirmation required at time of reservation). Even if you come by car, there is a free parking lot for about 100 cars, so you can rest assured. Please heal your body tired from driving with onsen and delicious meal ◎

There are seven baths with different themes in the hotel. Among them, the most popular among families are the "private baths." There are three types: "Hishou-no-Yu" with a dark and chic stone-clad bathtub, "Kiho-no-Yu" with a bright Japanese theme, and "Goten-no-Yu" with a spacious indoor and outdoor bath connected to it. Choose according to your preference (reservations required and fees apply). If you are looking for a more high-quality healing space, you can enjoy a luxurious feeling in a "guest room with an onsen bath (photo)" ♡

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The meal ``Shunsai Dining Shinshu'' has an open kitchen style equipped with a stone oven. You can enjoy freshly prepared dishes using ingredients unique to Shinshu. We can also accommodate children's lunch if you let us know at the time of reservation.

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There is also a kids' space produced by Tokyu Hands. It has toys made from natural materials that are safe for small children, as well as a large selection of picture books. It's nice to be able to play freely inside ryokan.

Hotel New Kotobuki has 22 rooms and is completely non-smoking except for the smoking area. The inn offers private baths and rooms with open-onsen baths so you can enjoy the onsen springs in the privacy of your own room. If the weather is nice, you can see the Northern Alps from the window. The spring water is slightly alkaline, which is said to be gentle on the skin, making it perfect for babies' first onsen experience.

"Room with open-air bath" on the top floor, 4th floor. Enjoy the beautiful view of the Northern Alps and the castle town all to yourself while being enveloped in the pleasant scent of the cypress bath. Forget the time and relax while gazing at the starry sky, spend a luxurious time just for your family...♡

This is the private open-air bath "Kotobuki-an." The Shigaraki ceramic bathtub has a luxurious feel. You can spend some quality time with your family while relaxing and looking at the garden. Reservations are required (fees apply) and each session is 40 minutes long. Reservations must be made at check-in, so don't forget to make a reservation.

The lunch plate for toddlers has such a cute visual! Dessert comes out in the middle of meal, so if you say, "Let's eat properly and then have dessert," children who are tired of sitting still will eat it. ♪A "child's chair" or "crib" will be provided at the meal room in a private room, so mothers with small children can enjoy meal slowly (chairs and beds/confirmation required at time of reservation). It's nice to be able to have breakfast in a private room without being rushed.

"Oiwake Ryokan" has 14 rooms, a fusion of Japanese and modern styles. Hanareya Yurakutei, a guest room with an open-air bath, is recommended for families with children who want to cherish a private space. Because it is a completely detached house, it is safe even if the child's tension rises in an atmosphere different from everyday life.

This is the guest room open-air bath only available at Hanareya Yurakutei. The interior has an atmosphere that fuses Japanese and Asian moods. You can take a leisurely bath without worrying about other guests.

For families with children, we also recommend the completely detached bathing area “Tsuji no Hana”. An indoor bath made of emerald green Towada stone and a bath with a lying bath made of Teppei stone are waiting for you. It's fun to spend time talking with the whole family while lying in the reclining bath.

Also, what we want moms to try is the “Awa Este no Yu” in the hotel. The fine bubbles wash the pores and promote the discharge of waste products. If you have time, please enjoy this “hot spring for beautiful skin”♡

There is also a footbath terrace in the hotel. You can take a breather while looking at the Japanese garden. Children may be surprised at the first footbath...? However, I smiled at the feeling that gradually became warm ♡

"Kaiseki-style cuisine" that makes use of seasonal ingredients is a table setting that can be enjoyed even with the eyes that produce "Japanese spirit". If you let us know when you make a reservation, you can have dinner in the private room "Yukitei". There are both chair seats and tatami mat seats, so you can choose according to your child. When you have small children, choosing a restaurant to eat out is usually a problem. The real pleasure of a private room is that you can take your time and enjoy your meal without worrying about the people around you.

"Hotel Tamanoyu" welcomes you with the spirit of "welcome back." ryokan has a wide variety of guest rooms that are suitable for families, and is especially focused on barrier-free facilities. In consideration of not only wheelchair users in the hotel, but also family caregivers, it is designed to be wheelchair accessible to the private private bath with a view. Even three-generation trips with people with disabilities can enjoy a trip with peace of mind.

This is the "Japanese-Western style room with a barrier-free open-air bath". It is possible to go to the open-air bath with a wheelchair. It's spacious and designed to be easy to care for. I'm impressed by the spirit of wanting people to feel even a little "friendly to the whole family".

You can see the magnificent mountains of the Northern Alps from the bath of "Guest room with open-air bath (Japanese room 8 tatami + 6 tatami)". The hot water from onsen is said to beautify your skin, and it will make your skin moist too.

We also recommend the private open-air bath "Toten no Yu" that you can use for free. It can be used by up to 4 people, so the whole family can relax while gazing at the stars in the sky. Because it has a jet bath, even tired dads will be happy ♩

Certified as a "Shinshu soba-kiri restaurant", the owner himself makes the "soba-kiri" every day. You can enjoy authentic "Shinshu soba" using 100% buckwheat flour from Shinshu and natural water from Azumino. The semi-private meal meal is a great place to have fun with your family♪We also have kaiseki courses that use fresh ingredients from Shinshu.

Samue are available for children (sizes 4, 6, and 8 years old). Adults can choose from yukata or samue. Children will smile at the cutely illustrated amenities ◎

Founded in 1916. “Fukashiso” is also known as a “cooking inn” that is particular about food. Folk-art furniture that creates a nostalgic atmosphere placed everywhere in the hall will make you feel warm and soothed. You can experience ikebana, calligraphy, and matcha (tea ceremony) at the rest area with a sunken hearth. It's wonderful to experience "Wa" with your children. (paid/reservation required)

There is also a baby bed in the dressing room of the large public bath, but we recommend the "private family bath" where you can take a bath without bathing. It is free to use 24 hours a day, so you don't have to worry about bathing time ◎ There is a baby bed in the private bath, so after changing the baby's clothes, mom can take care of the bath without worrying about the surroundings. ◎ The bath in the hotel uses "photocatalyst water", and although it is not a hot spring, it has a reputation for onsen you up.

For small children, we also rent bath toys. Even children in the "noway" period may want to take the initiative to go to the bath ♪

At Fukashiso, we are very particular about our seasonings. In particular, the miso, which is prepared in early spring, is matured in the "miso room" and has a taste that can only be tasted here. Miso soup with condensed umami, vegetables harvested that morning, and more than 20 kinds of homemade side dishes for breakfast are important sources of vitality. Charge up your energy and enjoy the rest of your trip♪

For children's meal, you can choose between a large-sized ``Children's Lunch'' or a ``Children's Plate'' for smaller meals. Everything is handmade, so moms can rest assured.

About 15 minutes drive from JR "Matsumoto Station". ryokan The inn combines the relaxation of a hotel with the ease of a hotel. Located on a hill with a great view, the hotel offers a magnificent view of the Northern Alps from the guest rooms and baths. A free shuttle bus service is available from Matsumoto Station (advance reservation required), which is great for those with children. Various types of rooms are available, including Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-style rooms, and Western-style rooms, making it perfect for families with small children who want to let them sleep safely on futons.

The private baths can be reserved by time and cost 2,200 yen (tax included) for 45 minutes. In the cypress bathtub, you can enjoy the abundant hot water of onsen with just the family. The large observation bath (photo) with its panoramic view of the Northern Alps is also a spectacular sight, allowing you to spend a relaxing time feeling the great outdoors. Bathing is available from 3pm until 9:30am the following morning (except between 9:30pm and 10pm when the men's and women's baths are switched), so why not give it a try with mom and dad in tow?

For families who want to enjoy a relaxing onsen without worrying about time, please consider some of the rooms that come with an open-air bath. The Japanese-style room is approximately 12.5 tatami mats in size and has an open-air bath with natural hot spring water. Located on the top floor, the view is exceptional! Baby futons and baby racks are available for rent, so if you need them, it would be a good idea to reserve them early.

For breakfast, enjoy a lovingly made bento lunch box made by a local mother every morning using local ingredients. Children's meals are also available. You can eat in your room, which is convenient for those with children who are busy in the morning. Dinner is not served, but there are restaurants around the hotel, so check them out. One restaurant we particularly recommend for families with children is "HAKKA," which is directly connected to the hotel and is easy to get to even on rainy days. They serve dishes made with fermented foods and local ingredients, and there is a tatami room, so it's safe even for active children.

*HAKKA is currently closed as of June 2024. (Please see the official website for details.)

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Bettei Ichika is ryokan with a total of 10 rooms that shines with attention to detail. You can walk barefoot in the tatami-matted hall, so children who tend to fall down can feel at ease. In the refrigerator in the guest room, there is "Shinshu Azumino Tennensui" as a welcome drink. The refrigerator has plenty of space, so it's a good idea to chill the juice your child drinks after taking a bath.Also, "Alps Park", which is popular with families with children, is easily accessible, being about 10 minutes by car. It's the point

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As an amenity, there are colored yukatas for mothers to choose from, as well as yukatas for children. Change your mood by dressing up in a different, more glamorous atmosphere than usual.

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On the 3rd floor, there are two types of private baths, "cypress bath + open-air bath" and "marble bath + open-air bath", which are fed directly from the source. There is also a "Relaxing plan with a private open-air bath privilege" that comes with a free service for 45 minutes once♪

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meal The rooms are completely private. You can stretch out your legs and relax while meal enjoying the Horigotatsu style. Please take your time and enjoy meal. For dinner, the chef carefully selects seasonal ingredients from Shinshu. We also offer "weaning ceremony dishes" to wish for the healthy growth of your child (reservation required). It will be a good memory to visit ryokan to celebrate the first weaning ceremony and to thank mom for her labor at the birth of her child.â

For families with children, an important point when choosing an accommodation is not only to ensure that adults are satisfied, but also to have services that are child-friendly. [ryokan with private baths] allows you to relax with your family. There are many ryokan around Matsumoto in Nagano where you can feel safe even when traveling with children! Matsumoto is easily accessible from Tokyo, and the entire city creates an extraordinary experience, so please enjoy a trip that will bring a smile to your family's faces.