Aburaya Tosen

4.0 star property
4-star ryokan near Yudanaka Hot Spring

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, towels
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Rooftop bar
Special room (4 people) C2, Non smoking
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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

Room options

Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Room

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite with Open Air Bath

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Japanese Style Deluxe Suite with Open Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Japanese Western Suite with Open Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Bath

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Special room (2 people) C1, Non smoking

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Special room (4 people) C2, Non smoking

  • River view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Room

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

Special room (4 people) D1, Non smoking

  • River view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Special room (2 people) D2, Non smoking

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Room

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Yamanouchi

On river.Within a 15-minute walk of the ryokan, you'll find Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu. Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Jigokudani Monkey Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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
  • Yumiya Shrine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

4-star ryokan near Yudanaka Hot Spring
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 service and a train station drop-off service 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Aburaya Tosen offers 32 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Digital television is provided.

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

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women 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

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 for adults and JPY 1,100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Shopping

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
  • Elevator (32 inch 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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: approximately JPY 1650 for adults and 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 bathing 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 bathing 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 each 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 onsite 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

How close is Aburaya Tosen to the airport?

Aburaya Tosen is 62.9 mi (93-min drive) away from the Shinshu - Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aburaya Tosen?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aburaya Tosen on Jun 14, 2026 start from CA $226, excluding 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.

Does Aburaya Tosen have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aburaya Tosen.

Does Aburaya Tosen offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Aburaya Tosen, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 1650 for adults and JPY 1100 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Aburaya Tosen?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Aburaya Tosen?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Aburaya Tosen?

This ryokan offers free self parking.

Does Aburaya Tosen have a pool?

Aburaya Tosen does not have a pool.

Does Aburaya Tosen have a restaurant?

Aburaya Tosen is home to 菜の花小路/個室食事処, which features Japanese cuisine.

Does Aburaya Tosen have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this ryokan.

How close is Aburaya Tosen to downtown Yamanouchi?

Aburaya Tosen is 0.5 mi away from Yudanaka Shibu Onsen.

Aburaya Tosen Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 222 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
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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
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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
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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

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
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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
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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

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

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

8/10 Good

Brian

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

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
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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

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

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

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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Shlomi Shlomo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was fine. Thank you very much.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024