15 Best Hotels & Ryokans in Nagano with Breathtaking Views

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Nagano is one of Japan's leading mountainous areas with a series of famous 3,000m peaks. There are many famous areas surrounded by nature, including Yatsugatake, which is known as a treasure trove of alpine plants, and Hakuba, which is famous as a snow resort. Not only can you enjoy serious mountain climbing and winter sports, but it is also full of tourist attractions such as Kamikochi, Utsukushigahara Kogen, Lake Suwa, and Matsukawa Valley. If you want to get away from everyday life and immerse yourself in nature, this is the place you should visit.

The colors of the mountains that change with the seasons, the cityscape overlooking the hills, the gradation of the sky reflected on the surface of the water... The scenery you encounter in the nature of Nagano is nothing but breathtaking views that move your heart. When you inhale the clear air and take a deep breath, your body will be filled with power. Since it's a big deal, you can move your body more than usual and feel the nature with your whole body ◎. When you come across a superb view at your destination, you should be surrounded by an irreplaceable exhilaration and joy.

In this article, we will introduce you to inns where you can fully enjoy such a superb view of the Nagano. Being able to relax in your room or onsen and monopolize the superb view is the ultimate luxury. At night, you can make a wish to the star-filled sky that seems to spill out of the sky, and in the morning, you can admire the fantastic sea of clouds and the coming light. There are many valuable scenery that you can see only by staying. If you feel a little tired from the hectic daily life, why don't you "wash your heart" at a scenic inn in Nagano?

Kamikochi is one of Japan's representative mountain scenic spots. Kamikochi Hotel Shirakabaso, which stands in front of the iconic Kappa Bridge, is the perfect accommodation for those who want to enjoy Kamikochi to the fullest. The appearance of the log house nestled in the trees is cute, and it naturally lifts your mood.There are restrictions on private cars in the Kamikochi area, so it takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes by direct bus from Matsumoto Station, or 25 minutes by car. Let's go by shuttle bus from the parking lot about 30 minutes away.

Among the various types of guest rooms, we definitely recommend the Deluxe Twin Room with Hotaka View Terrace. The Japanese-modern interior has a natural atmosphere where you can feel the warmth of natural materials. As you walk barefoot on the floor, which has been treated with a traditional Japanese technique called Naguri, you will feel your whole body lose its strength. It will gently soothe the feeling of fatigue after hiking in Kamikochi.

The terrace at the end of the window is a scenic spot that monopolizes the Hotaka mountain range! The spectacular scenery, which looks like a painting, will make you exclaim, "Wow!" It's a private space where no one will disturb you, so you can meditate while feeling the refreshing breeze, or take a nap while swinging in the hammock provided. Experience the great nature of Kamikochi in your own way ◎

The French full-course meal at the restaurant "La Belleforet" will leave you sighing with its beautiful presentation and outstanding taste. . The next morning, enjoy breakfast with plenty of Shinshu ingredients on the open terrace overlooking the Hotaka mountain range. Let's breathe in the fresh mountain air and start the best day ♩

It takes about 35-45 minutes from Matsumoto Station by free shuttle bus (reservation required). Myojinkan, facing the Usukugawa Valley, is the only inn within Yatsugatake Chushin Kogen Quasi-National Park, which includes Utsukushigahara Plateau and Tateshina Plateau. Attractive natural-style rooms! On the flat-level sofa placed in front of the large window, you can lie down and relax, do yoga or stretch. When you suddenly look at the trees in front of you, you will feel as if you are one with nature.

The area around here is said to have been visited by the gods in the past. You can fully enjoy such a sacred onsen in the three baths in the hotel. "Setsugetsuka" is a standing bath where you can soak up to your waist with the open valley side. The sprouts of spring, the deep green of summer, the autumn foliage of autumn, and the glittering snowy landscape of winter... when you look at the scenery of each season as if it were framed, the troubles that have been living in your heart for a long time will be blown away somewhere. is.

For dinner, you can choose from two restaurants in the hotel. Shinshu dining "TOBIRA" offers Japanese cuisine using seasonal ingredients from Matsumoto and Shinshu. Lighting inspired by white birches and modern art objects are displayed, making you feel like you are in a modern art museum! A variety of dishes that make the most of the natural flavors of the ingredients are all pleasing to the eye and the palate.

At the other restaurant, “Nature French Sai,” you can enjoy a course meal using local vegetables as the main dish. The cuisine, which is based on macrobiotics and gastronomy, is full of fresh local highland vegetables, including organic vegetables from our own farm, Tobira Farm. If you enjoy it with the Shinshu wine recommended by the sommelier, your whole body will be filled with the power of the earth.

About 15 minutes by car or free shuttle bus from Karuizawa Station. "Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort" is a hotel where you can encounter superb views that make you want to take pictures in every corner of its vast grounds. Among them, the "Yamanoue Suite Terrace", which is built at an altitude of 1,000m, is the best photo spot in the hotel. The dynamic scenery of Mt. Asama that changes with time will make you press the shutter many times.

There are plenty of attractive spots where you can feel nature up close, such as refreshing streams and lakes, and gardens with seasonal flowers. Even if you don't leave the hotel, you can refresh yourself just by walking around the grounds. There are natural onsen, which are rare in the Karuizawa area, pools and spas where you can enjoy a vacation feeling, and boutiques lined with good taste gifts, so let's play to your heart's content ◎

The interior of the building, which has the atmosphere of a European castle, is an extraordinary space where you can enjoy a luxurious feeling just by being there. There are various room types, but if you want to enjoy the view from your room, the “Asama View Deluxe Double” is recommended. While gazing at the majestic Mt. Asama from the balcony, you can relax and chat with your loved ones, or enjoy taking commemorative photos. The luxurious antique-style interior will also add to your mood.

There are three restaurants scattered around the premises, so you can choose where to have dinner according to your mood. At any of the restaurants, you can enjoy delicious dishes that make use of Karuizawa and Shinshu ingredients. If you like to drink, after your meal, you can try the two bars, the classical "Rouge" and the resort-like "Pool side Bar." Enjoy the long night with your loved ones♡

“Snow Peak FIELD SUITE HAKUBA KITAONE KOGEN”, which opens for a limited time every year, is a glamping facility produced by the popular outdoor brand “Snow Peak”. About 1 hour from Nagano Station by free shuttle with advance reservations. Once you arrive halfway up Happo-one by car, lift, and buggy, you will immediately be captivated by the spectacular scenery of the three mountains of Hakuba.

The standard guest room is a special "tent room" installed on the wooden deck. In addition to the living space, bed, sink, amenities, and even a minibar, the environment is so intimate that you won't believe you're on top of a mountain at an altitude of 1,200m. The moment of carefully brewing coffee from the beans with a coffee set made by us will make you feel happier than ever.

Of course, you don't have to prepare your own meal like you would in a normal camp! Dinner is served in the on-site "dining tent" with a course meal using plenty of Shinshu ingredients and Shinshu wine ♡ paired with each menu. All drinks are included in the accommodation fee, so it is also a nice point that you can spend your time without hesitation.

The starry sky and the sea of clouds are also highlights, but you can also enjoy nature walks around the area, such as the "Forest Trail" where you can explore the refreshing beech forest, and the "Nature Flower Park" where you can meet more than 200 kinds of wild plants. There are plenty of optional activities such as watching the sunrise from the sea and having lunch in a private canoe. The experience of sharing the scenery that can only be seen here with your loved ones should deepen your bond more than ever.

Shoho is located on a hill about 15-20 minutes by car or free shuttle bus from Matsumoto Station. The national treasure "Matsumoto Castle" is about 10 minutes by car, making it a convenient location for sightseeing in Matsumoto. From the various types of guest rooms, you can see the city of Matsumoto with the Northern Alps in the background. At night, it is recommended that you sit in front of the window that looks like a screen that reflects the superb view, and spend time watching the night view of the castle town with your loved ones.

In the open-air bath with a view, there is a large bathtub filled with high-quality water from Utsukushigahara onsen. Looking at the ever-changing colors of the sky and mountains while relaxing in the hot springs will make your mind and body feel lighter. The silk bath, in which fine air bubbles envelop the whole body, can be expected to have a beauty effect that removes waste products from the pores.You can enjoy a total of 7 types of baths, such as an open-air bath where you can enjoy the greenery of the garden, a foot bath, and a private bath. I'm happy ◎

For meal, please enjoy the special kaiseki cuisine at "Shunsai Dining Shinshu", which has an open kitchen. You can fully enjoy the seasonal ingredients of Shinshu while enjoying the feeling of live cooking. Among them, the Shinshu beef shabu-shabu that melts in your mouth is exquisite♡ After eating, try comparing drinks at meal "Kihachi" where you can find more than 40 kinds of local sake! It might be fun to find your own favorite brand♪

Komoro in the eastern part of Nagano is a castle town on a highland surrounded by nature such as Mt. Asama and the Chikuma River. Tokiwakan, located in Komoro, is about 15 minutes from Komoro Station and 30 minutes from Sakudaira Station by reservation-based free shuttle bus. The center of Karuizawa, the prefecture's premier tourist destination, is only about a 40-minute drive away. The guest rooms have a soft atmosphere that blends in with the surrounding nature, giving you a sense of calm.

Tokiwakan's specialty is the mountain train that departs from Sanrei Station next to the lobby. This train will take you to the scenic open-air bath at an altitude of 1,050m while enjoying the attraction. When you get in the vehicle and press the departure button, the departure progresses automatically! The 130-meter mini-trip that pushes through the greenery of the mountains will make you feel like a child!

The mountain train arrives at the observation open-air bath "Kumosuke". The panoramic view of Yatsugatake, Sakudaira, and Mt. Fuji from Yubune will warm your heart. The recommended time is at dusk when the sky changes beautifully. Let's have a toast with local beer and juice on the terrace after the bath ♩ If you're lucky, you may be able to admire the cute wild birds that come from the forest ♡

For dinner, enjoy a course meal using plenty of local ingredients at Kamado Dining Momi. Seasonal delicacies such as bamboo shoots and matsutake mushrooms are of course delicious, but the local dishes made with simple river fish and wild vegetables are also deeply nutritious and heart-warming. The specialty "Saku carp boiled" is a popular gem that has been loved for over 30 years. For those who have never eaten carp before, or who are not good at it, eating this may change the image of carp.

Hakuba Village, which was the main venue for the 1998 Nagano Olympics, is a mountain resort with majestic mountains such as Mt. Shirouma. “Hotel Sierra Resort Hakuba”, which is located about 10 minutes away from Hakuba Station by free shuttle, is a hotel quietly nestled in the forest at the foot of Mt. In the vast site of about 30,000 tsubo, there are buildings designed with the theme of "coexistence with nature" such as churches and tree houses in addition to accommodation facilities.

There is a walking path on the premises, so after checking in, you can go for a walk♪ You will want to take a break on the terraces and benches set up here and there and enjoy the leisurely flow of time. In the main dining room overlooking the English garden in the courtyard, you can also enjoy your meal on the comfortable terrace. Beef stew made by simmering Shinshu premium beef in Hakuba spring water is a must-eat in the French course dinner.

There are a variety of rooms with a nice atmosphere, including a ``Junior Suite Room'' with a fireplace in the main room. The scent of firewood in the room and the nature outside the window will make you feel as if you have traveled to Europe. You can enjoy a leisurely bath time while looking out at the refreshing greenery in the outdoor bath on the balcony.There are two bedrooms, so it's perfect for a group trip with friends.

Kominka-no-Yu is a large public bath that was relocated and reconstructed from an old private house from the Edo period. You can't help but feel the taste of history in the massive beams and pillars. When you soak in the 100% free-flowing indoor hot spring, you can see the natural forest swaying in the wind in front of you and the Northern Alps towering beyond. It's a hotel where you can feel nature wherever you are, so it's sure to be the best refreshment stay.

Matsukawa Valley is known as a scenic spot in the mountains and is crowded with many tourists throughout the year. Located along the Matsukawa Valley about 25 minutes by bus or car from Suzaka Station, "Ryokka Sanshuku Fujiiso" is a long-established ryokan that has been loved by famous writers and artists such as Ogai Mori and Tekkan and Akiko Yosano. All of the formal Sukiya-zukuri rooms face the valley, and the view from the rooms with moon-viewing terraces is especially spectacular! It is a very luxurious space where you can enjoy the autumn leaves of the famous Matsukawa Valley while staying in your room.

The "Special Western-style Room" is very stylish with its beautifully curved ceiling and elegant furnishings. The scent of incense wafts faintly, relaxing your mind and body. When I close my eyes on the moon viewing terrace that overhangs the valley, the murmuring of the river and the rustling of the trees seem to speak to me. Those famous writers may have listened to the voice of nature in this way.

One of the pleasures of this inn is being able to soak in the famous onsen Onsen, which has been open for over 200 years. From the windows of the large public bath, which has both an indoor bath and an open-air bath, you can see the beauty of the valley on one side. If you wake up a little earlier than usual, it might be a good idea to soak in the open-air bath in the early morning to clear your head. You can enjoy not only the bath, but also the taste of Momoyama-style architecture.

For dinner, enjoy traditional Shinshu kaiseki cuisine in a private room where you can spend your time without hesitation, or in a tatami mat with an elegant atmosphere. The popular "Pon Pon Nabe" is a specialty dish where you can make your own oil fondue with local mountain produce and vegetables. It's fun to spend time wondering, "Which one should I fry?"

Relaxing Suwa-no-Yuyado sui-Lake Suwa is located about 10 minutes on foot from Kamisuwa Station, or about 5 minutes by free shuttle bus. Located right in front of the tourist attraction, Lake Suwa, it is also convenient for sightseeing at Suwa Taisha, which is known as a power spot. The mixed bathing open-air bath "Watashizuku" is onsen where you can feel as if you are connected to Lake Suwa. Although it is a mixed bath, there is a dedicated bath for your peace of mind. While soaking with your lover, you can relax with a drink in one hand♡

All rooms have a view of Lake Suwa, as well as a guest room with an open-air bath made of Japanese cypress, where you can have the view all to yourself. In a calm room with tatami mats, spend the day gazing at Lake Suwa, which stretches on forever, and the divine twilight reflected on the surface of the water at dusk. The casual attention to detail in the interior, such as special plaster, flooring, and Hida woodwork furniture, is also brilliant. Without thinking about difficult things, you just want to entrust your whole body to this relaxing space.

A variety of dishes made with carefully selected local ingredients can be enjoyed at the fully private room restaurant. Not only the food ingredients, but also seasonings such as miso, soy sauce, mirin, and sake are made in the prefecture, and they are particular about local production for local consumption. It's simple, but the taste of the ingredients is condensed into each plate, and you'll feel satisfied with every bite. After the meal, stop by the "Local Sake Bar" and get drunk with the local sake of Suwa, one of the prefecture's leading sake-producing regions with nine sake breweries.

"Aburaya Tosen" is located about 8 minutes on foot from Yudanaka Station and about 2 minutes by reservation-only shuttle bus. Yudanaka Station is also the gateway to Shiga Kogen, where you can enjoy hiking and skiing, and Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, famous for its onsen bathing monkeys. From the guest rooms, you can see the mountains of Shiga Kogen and the onsen town of Yudanaka along the Yomase River. You can fully enjoy the nostalgic, old-fashioned onsen atmosphere.

Among them, the guest room "Toukatei" with an open-onsen bath boasts an outstanding view. The large single glass windows are very open and make you want to stretch out. Looking at the scenery from the sunken kotatsu by the window, your heart will be warmed.

The large public baths on the top floor, such as Yumeji-no-Yu and Yumemi-no-Yu, have indoor baths, open-air baths, sleeping baths, massage baths, cascading baths, saunas, and more! You can enjoy the scenery outside the window while moving around the bath according to your mood. Both the magnificent Hokushin Gogaku during the day and the lights floating in the onsen town at night are spectacular views that will remain in your heart. Sunrise and sunset are also beautiful, so it might be a good idea to take a bath at that time.

You meal can't leave out the ryokan typical kaiseki cuisine at the Nanohana Koji restaurant, but if you want to enjoy nature to the fullest, we recommend the course meals at the rooftop Japanese bar Setsugetsuka on the rooftop. From winter through spring, private kamakura rooms are set up with tatami-mat kotatsu (sunken kotatsu), allowing you to enjoy dinner in an extraordinary space. The moonlight and the murmuring of the river will raise your spirits and make you drink more than usual♪

"Hakuba Highland Hotel" is a Hakuba Himekawa onsen hotel located about 15 minutes on foot from Hakuba Station and about 3 minutes by free shuttle bus. Access to each ski resort in Hakuba is also excellent. Among the various guest rooms, we recommend the Northern Alps side room where you can see the magnificent Hakuba Sanzan all at once. If you are moved by the beautiful scenery that looks like a masterpiece, the fatigue that has accumulated in your whole body will melt away.

The superb view onsen open-air bath in the hotel can be said to be a specialty of the hotel. "Tenjin-no-Yu" is a special seat where you can see the sights of Hakuba at once, from the "Hakuba Jump Stadium" where the famous scene of the Nagano Olympics was born to "Tsugaike Kogen", one of the leading wetlands in Japan ◎Romantic As you warm up to the core of your body in the beautiful sunset and sunrise, you will feel like you are being gently embraced by the great nature of Hakuba.

At Warabidaira no Yu, which is exclusively for hotel guests, a large 10-meter-long bathtub is filled with plenty of hot water drawn from the in-house source. A water mirror is installed in front of you, and depending on the time of day and the weather, you may be able to see the "upside-down Hakuba Sanzan" reflected on the surface of the water! The view from the private bath you can reserve at the front desk on the day of your visit is spectacular, so we recommend enjoying a private bath with your loved ones.

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Dinner is the Hakuba Local Buffet, which uses plenty of ingredients from Hakuba and Shinshu. About 40 kinds of dishes are lined up, including nigiri sushi with Shinshu salmon, tempura of freshly fried Shinshu vegetables and mountain vegetables, and local dishes such as "Hokajiru", which is said to have been eaten by Hokaga. You can't miss the Shinshu soba and nozawana oyaki, which are popular when speaking of Nagano! You might end up with a heaping plate because you can't help but pick it up ♩

Mt. Mitake, a sacred mountain that represents Japan. Tsutaya Toki no Yado Kazari, which stands on the Kaida Highlands at the foot of the mountain, is a quiet onsen inn about 25 minutes from Kisofukushima Station by reservation-only shuttle bus. If you take a walk around the area, there are many scenery that you want to take pictures of, such as white birch forests, buckwheat fields, and cute Kiso horse grazing areas. Masu.

The public baths "Furusato no Yu" and "Kaze Nami no Yu" are characterized by large windows facing nature. You can feel the refreshing breeze of the plateau while relaxing in the hot water. You can feel the warmth of Kiso's nature everywhere in the hotel, such as the open-air bath where you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing during the cherry blossom season, and the sunken hearth made from a giant tree over 1000 years old.

At the meal with a view of Mt. Mitake, you can enjoy "Natural New Vegetable Cuisine" supervised by Tadamichi Ota, a famous chef who often appears on TV. With a focus on home-grown fresh vegetables, seasonal ingredients from the Kaida Kogen cooked according to the slow food concept line up. The intricate and delicate presentation and the powerful taste of natural ingredients are a series of surprises...! The stylish performance of the chef cooking right in front of you will also be a wonderful memory of your trip.

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Utsukushigahara is a highland resort located about an hour by car from Matsumoto Station. The Ougato Hotel, which stands at the top of the mountain at an altitude of 2,036m, is an inn where you can feel as if you are floating in the sky. The surrounding area has been designated as a nature conservation area, and access by private cars is restricted. When you arrive at the hotel via the free shuttle bus that runs from the parking lot at the foot of the mountain or Matsumoto Station, you will be left speechless by the breathtaking 360° panoramic view! The hotel is equipped with an indoor bath with an observation bath and a semi-open-air observation bath. This is a bath with a spectacular view of Utsukushigahara Plateau, Mt. Yatsugatake, and even Mt. Fuji if the weather is good.

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When you open the door of the guest room, you are greeted by nature beyond the large windows. It makes me want to open the window and run out into the endless grasslands.The scenery alone is impressive, but I'm surprised that free events are held every day that make you feel closer to nature! In addition to stargazing at the "Starry Sky and Night View Gathering", you can't miss the spectacular mountain scenery seen on the "Ougahana Observation Tour" and "Snow Vehicle Cruising".

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Dinner in a warm atmosphere is a course meal that combines branded ingredients such as Shinshu beef, Shinshu pork, and Shinshu salmon, as well as local vegetables and edible wild plants. All the dishes are packed with the deliciousness of the water and air of this land, and every time you eat them, you will smile. The mountain delicacies you eat while gazing at the beautiful ridgeline will fill your stomach and heart.

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Yatsugatake Yatsugatake Grace Hotel, located in the Nobeyama Highlands of Yatsugatake, is a resort hotel with a panoramic view of Mt. Yatsugatake from every guest room. It is conveniently located about 5 minutes by car or free shuttle bus from Nobeyama Station, known as the highest JR station. We offer a wide variety of accommodations, including special Japanese-style rooms, twin rooms, and rooms with telescopes.

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You can meal at the in-house restaurant while gazing at the changing expressions of Yatsugatake over time. You can choose between Japanese or Western course meals, both of which are made with plenty of local seasonal ingredients. The brightly colored vegetables lined up on the plate are highland vegetables grown at Yatsugatake Grace Farm, which is directly managed by the hotel. You should be able to see that your body is happy with the freshly picked fresh taste ♩

After dinner, head to the free stargazing event held every night. The Nobeyama Plateau area is one of Japan's top three star attractions, and is famous for its beautiful starry skies, so much so that it is called the ``Star Sanctuary.'' When you lie down on the prepared sheet and look up at the sky, you'll see that it's a natural place. Planetarium! The sky full of stars feels so close that you can almost reach them if you stretch out your hand. If you can see the Milky Way sweeping across the night sky, it might be a good idea to pray for love fulfillment ♡ (Image is for illustrative purposes only)

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About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car or free shuttle bus from Matsumoto Station. "Yamamotogoya Furusatokan" in Utsukushigahara Highland is neither a hotel nor ryokan, but a small mountain lodge at an altitude of about 2,000m. From the guest rooms, you can see the beautiful ridgeline that connects the mountains of the Southern Alps and the magnificent view of the ranch that spreads out below. The scenery of Mt. Tateshina and Mt. Yatsugatake that can be seen from the observation bath in the hotel is also wonderful, and you will feel as if you have stepped into another world.

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All of the dinner dishes are simple and delicious, such as the lava-grilled Shinshu beef, which is packed with the flavor of the meat, the salt-grilled rock fish cultivated in-house using spring water, and the wild vegetable tempura that the staff themselves have collected. . The chef's proud hand-made soba noodles are also a one-of-a-kind dish with an outstanding aroma and flavor. I feel that the unadorned, simple hospitality reminds me of something I had forgotten in my busy days.

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After dinner, depart for a free night tour! You will be very excited to see the craters of the moon and the rings of Saturn reflected in the astronomical telescope, and see a herd of wild deer for the first time.In the free morning tour, you can go to Ougahana and Ougatou, where you can see the famous mountains of Japan, and enjoy the fantastic sea of clouds and the sunrise. . If you take in plenty of the sun's positive energy, you'll be able to nourish your mind.

There are many beautiful scenery in Nagano that you should see at least once in your lifetime, such as the unobstructed prairie, the majestic mountains that rise beyond, the mysterious forest that changes color with each season, and the overwhelming scale of the starry sky. . Staying at an inn and spending time enjoying such a magnificent view is sure to be an unforgettable memory. If you want to refresh yourself, how about staying surrounded by nature at an inn with a superb view in Nagano?