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Aburaya Tosen

4.0 star property

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, towels
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a view of a snowy mountain.
Japanese Style Deluxe Suite with Open Air Bath
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and cushions. A large window offers a view of a cityscape and mountains.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$335
14 July - 15 July

Explore the area

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2586-5 Sano, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0402
  • Place, Takayakushi Wakoan
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shibu
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Yudanaka Hot Spring
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, chairs, and sliding doors.

Japanese-style Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Main Building COMFORT Mountain View Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A wooden interior with a sofa and a view of a snowy landscape through large windows.

Junior Suite With Open-Air Bath

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, chairs, a television, and sliding doors.

Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite with Open Air Bath

Junior Suite with Open Air Bath

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Japanese Style Deluxe Suite with Open Air Bath

Japanese Style Deluxe Suite with Open Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a sliding door, and a view of the outside.

Japanese Western Suite with Open Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bath

Bath

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Special room (2 people) C1, Non smoking

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Special room (4 people) C2, Non smoking

  • River view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, towels

Special room (4 people) D1, Non smoking

  • River view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Special room (2 people) D2, Non smoking

Special room (2 people) D2, Non smoking

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Yamanouchi

At Aburaya Tosen you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu. Highlights at this ryokan include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, 菜の花小路／個室食事処, serves Japanese cuisine and is open for dinner. ループトップバー「雪月花」 is the ryokan's own rooftop bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free train pick-up service. .With a stay at this 4-property class Yamanouchi ryokan, you'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and 4.9 km (3 mi) from Jigokudani Monkey Park.

What's nearby

  • Takayakushi Wakoan - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shibu - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nishimiya Shrine - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Baio-ji Temple - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 8 min walk
  • Kaesa Station - 23 min drive
  • Matsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪味処 みかさ - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪道の駅の食堂 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪As it. - Craft Beer and Vintage Clothing - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪いさみ寿し - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪中華料理 栄楽 - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Aburaya Tosen

Aburaya Tosen offers its guests hot springs. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Aburaya Tosen. A train station pick-up shuttle and A train station drop-off shuttle are free. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Yamanouchi ryokan.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Aburaya Tosen offers 32 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Digital televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 2:30 PM to midnight. There are hot springs on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 for adults and JPY 1,100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Restaurants on site

  • ループトップバー「雪月花」
  • 菜の花小路／個室食事処

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public bath open from 2:30 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Lift (81 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 1650 for adults and from JPY 1100 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for private bath/onsen. For reservations, contact the ryokan before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Aburaya
Aburaya Tosen
Aburaya Tosen Inn
Aburaya Tosen Inn Yamanouchi
Aburaya Tosen Yamanouchi
Aburaya Tosen Japan/Yamanouchi-Machi, Nagano Prefecture
Aburaya Tosen Ryokan
Aburaya Tosen Yamanouchi
Aburaya Tosen Ryokan Yamanouchi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aburaya Tosen?

Aburaya Tosen offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Aburaya Tosen?

As of 13 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aburaya Tosen on 14 July 2026 start from AU$335, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Aburaya Tosen?

Yep, Aburaya Tosen has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Aburaya Tosen?

No, there is no spa at this property. Shibu is a short 12-minute walk away.

Is Aburaya Tosen family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free train station drop-off, as well as highchairs and baby baths in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Aburaya Tosen is a hit with families.

Does Aburaya Tosen serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is available daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aburaya Tosen?

No, Aburaya Tosen does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Aburaya Tosen?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Japanese cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Aburaya Tosen?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Aburaya Tosen?

No, pets are not allowed.

Aburaya Tosen Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 224 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities, food and staff are amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Spacious room Japanese style rooms, incredible onsen and shower spa with great Mountain views walkable to shops and town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent accommodating some English-speaking staff, clean room, well appointed for onsen life. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such friendly staff they really make you feel at home in this special hotel. Can’t wait to return one day, pure relaxation!! And lovely yucatas
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room and staff! Had the most relaxing stay here and would definitely come back if we are in the area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very cool staff was very nice and helpful!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owner and staff were amazing and so friendly. We loved our stay !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikalan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and huge! Hotel is about a 5-7 minute walk to Yudanaka station so if you’re unable to get a taxi or shuttle from the hotel, no need to worry. Breakfast was really good and so was the onsen. I’d definitely stay again when coming back to Yudanaka
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the greeting on check-in, very friendly and welcoming. Excellent room, great breakfast dining, very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sure will recommend friends to stay in this Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JENNY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly & service is good. Good breakfast spread & rooms are clean. We enjoyed our stay & will consider to be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel but a bit dated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dmitry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Outstanding service. Excelent food and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property lovingly cared for with a breathtaking mountain view. The kaiseki absolutely delicious!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel made feel like royalty. This hotel was really and staff was very accommodating, professional and kind. I loved our suite and breakfast and dinners we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meighan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel at a very convenient location. Could walk to the bus stop that went around town, and to the Snow Monkey park. Onsens at the hotel were lovely and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room with private onsen, clean and spacious. Dinner was solid, felt slightly rushed during the first seating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This ryokan is excellent! Very comfortable rooms with plenty of space. The private Onsen tub in every room feels great! The food tastes great and is healthy. Massage and Kaiseki service at the hotel is also wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolute excellent experience from beginning to end. Hospitality, service, food and dining, in room Onsen and very attentive and sweet owner always assuring we are comfortable. That’s why we have become repeat customers!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel

Great hotel, lovely staff, but there was a small issue with a meal ordered at dinner, they took it out to fix and then never came back, by which point it was end of service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly and accommodating since i had to check out before the available checkout time. Clean waa absolutely spacious and clean. Love having my own open air bath! I definitely would come back fo spend more time there.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NATALIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just amazing! Wonderful staff. Thank you for making our stay so special. Could not recommend it enough! My family felt really well taking care of. Thank you!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ayako was amazingly warm and welcoming to us. The owner fed us even though we areived too later for dinner. We were absolutely spoiled by their hospitality and if I could spend my entire trip there I would.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect authentic Japanese stay for the family.

Great experience for the family. Japanese hospitality at its finest. The meals were exceptional and meticulously served. Onsen on our balcony was a treat. Lovely escape after a day of skiing. Highly recommend. Special mention to our dinner waiter Koji-San. Great job!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Traditional
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024