Masuya Hotel
9.0
Exceptional(116 reviews)
2686 Tazawa, Aoki, Chiisagata District, Nagano 386-1601, Japan
+81 268-49-2001
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Hotel Description
Nestled in the scenic countryside of Nagano, Masuya Hotel (2686 Tazawa, Aoki, Chiisagata District, Nagano 386-1601, Japan) offers a traditional and serene escape for guests seeking relaxation and tranquility. Located on a quiet residential street, the hotel is a mere 6 km from the soothing Kutsukake Hot Spring, 9 km from Bessho-Onsen train station, and 10 km from the renowned Anraku-ji Temple, a serene Zen Buddhist site. The area is also home to various local attractions, such as the peaceful Kitamuki Kannon Temple and the picturesque Daio Wasabi Farm. The hotel's architecture and ambiance reflect its long-standing heritage, offering guests a glimpse into authentic Japanese inn culture. With simple, yet comfortable rooms featuring tatami floors, futons, and traditional furnishings such as low-legged tables, guests can unwind in peaceful surroundings. The rooms also come equipped with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, adding to the serene environment. Bathrooms are shared, contributing to the authentic experience. The hotel also offers a variety of exceptional amenities, including a traditional onsen bathhouse that uses natural hot spring water, an open-air bath, and a private bath option, ensuring a restorative experience for every guest. The dining area provides a cozy setting where guests can enjoy delicious breakfast and dinner options, prepared with fresh local ingredients. For leisure and entertainment, Masuya Hotel features a table tennis area, and guests can enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the hotel grounds. The hotel also stands out by offering room service, a rarity in the region. The staff at Masuya Hotel are known for their warm hospitality, and many guests praise the personalized service they receive. Whether you seek a relaxing stay with access to nearby attractions or a quiet retreat to unwind, Masuya Hotel provides a welcoming and comfortable environment. The hotel's strategic location also makes it an ideal base for exploring nearby cultural sites, shopping areas, and nature reserves. For transportation convenience, guests can access public transportation options, including walking to nearby stations such as Miyamae and Tazawa Onsen, or take taxis to nearby airports, including Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport and Toyama Airport. All in all, Masuya Hotel is the perfect getaway for those seeking to immerse themselves in the culture and natural beauty of Nagano.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. 18 min drive to the Kitamuki-kannon Temple, a sacred pilgrimage site.
2. One of the few hotels in the area offering room service for added convenience.
3. Guests highly praised the personalized service provided by the hotel staff.
4. Guests consistently complimented the breakfast options served, highlighting the quality and taste.
5. The hotel offers a traditional onsen with natural hot spring water for relaxation.
6. Masuya Hotel is located within walking distance to several public transportation options, including Tazawa Onsen and Miyamae.
7. The hotel provides both open-air and private baths, offering a variety of options for relaxation.
8. A cozy dining area serves freshly prepared meals with local ingredients, offering authentic Japanese flavors.
9. Traditional tatami rooms with futons, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi ensure comfort and relaxation.
10. Guests can enjoy a friendly and kid-friendly atmosphere, making it ideal for families.
5.8 Good
Location rating
Top sights
Matsumoto-jō Castle
58 min
Ueda Castle Ninomaru Ruins28 min
Kitamuki Kannon temple18 min
Anrakuji Temple18 min
Daio Wasabi Farm50 min
Nearest locations
六鍵 Rocky
1 min
ヨロズヤハッチョウ6 min
味処千楽9 min
Ensha17 min
Milky Way19 min
Western Restaurant Kurasaka19 min
Nico Nico21 min
Restaurant SHIBASAKI30 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 15:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Location rating | 5.8 |
| Nearest airport | Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 1 hr 2 min |
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Location
2686 Tazawa, Aoki, Chiisagata District, Nagano 386-1601, Japan
Airports:
Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 2 min
Transit: 4 hr 13 min
Toyama Airport
Taxi: 3 hr 12 min
Transit: 3 hr 57 min
Transit:
みやまえ
Walking: 9 min
田沢温泉
Walking: 3 min
中之組
Walking: 11 min
ばっぱうえ
Walking: 15 min
Nearby locations
5.8
Good Location
On a narrow residential street, this long-standing inn is 6 km from the Kutsukake Hot Spring, 9 km from Bessho-Onsen train station and 10 km from Anraku-ji, a tranquil Zen Buddhist temple with an octagonal pagoda.
Top Attractions
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Amenities and Facilities
Activities
Table tennis
Banquet hall
Parking & transportation
Airport shuttle
Services
Front desk
Baggage storage
Public bath
Public bath
Natural onsen
Open air bath
Private bath
Policies & payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Cash
Food & drink
Restaurant
Table service
Room service
Breakfast
Vending machines
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
Rooms
Air conditioning
Reviews
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9.2
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カナブン
5/5
One person used it the other day. I walked from the Aoki bus stop, but it was a bit of a struggle because I had luggage, the weather was perfect, and there was no shade, so it was uphill, but if I didn't have luggage, I think it would have been a wonderfully scenic journey.The accommodation we arrived at was amazing to say the least! I was politely informed in advance that the owner of the sake brewer was not home and that I was the only guest (surprise!), but the elegant and kind landlady and the cheerful and cheerful hostess... The young proprietress welcomed us warmly.We had a plan to choose the room at the inn, but we were given a room at Fujimura Room! (Moved (crying))The two rooms are historic and formal, and there is a verandah by the window, and the view is wonderful, leaving you impressed...Although it is a historic room, there is good Wi-Fi, you can drink coffee from the coffee server, and the futon is already set. It was laid out, fluffy and fluffy...the gentle breeze and the scent of the trees...it was soothing.And hot springs! As rumored, the temperature is gentle on the skin and the scent of sulfur is pleasant...The open-air bath is cool, and you can stay there for hours with just the sound of the nightingale and the wind.After relaxing in the hot springs, you can cool off in your room and enjoy your meal.I was able to call my room around 6pm.The stairs at Fujimura-no-ma are steep, so I took my time to get down there, and when I saw the noren curtain hanging at the entrance to the designated dining room, I took a seat with high expectations.This time, I ordered the sake mariage, and it was amazing! ! Starting with turbid sake, Junmai, Junmai Daiginjo, summer sake, and finally yogurt sake to go with dessert! 12 types of rare alcohol! It's irresistible for Japanese sake lovers.Also, the young proprietress carefully explained to me what food and alcohol go well together, and the sake brewer talked to me about it, making it a very comfortable and enjoyable meal!The meals are carefully prepared, using plenty of local specialties, and are all perfect companions for sake! Since it's May, the wild vegetable tempura and small bowls are so delicious...the rare acacia flowers...and the carp! Koi with kelp...It was a delicious dinner that I can't say enough about.If I was full or couldn't drink all the alcohol, they would bring it to my room, where I could relax and enjoy sweet carp and sake Toyoka, and have dessert at Yogurt Sake Shino Daichi.After that, I took a relaxing bath in the hot springs and slept soundly.In the morning, I got a ticket and went to the hot spring bath. I soaked in the hot springs while mingling with the locals, enjoying the bubbles sticking to my arms, and then returned to my hotel and enjoyed my last hot spring bath.Breakfast starts at 8:00 and goes directly to the dining room. The dishes were delicious and gentle in small bowls, the beans were very delicious, and we started eating local ingredients such as young sweetfish (the rice was sweet and delicious). I had some coffee in my room and got ready and checked out, feeling like I didn't want to go home.Even when I was checking out, the landlady came out, kindly listened to my story, and took photos for me.I was really impressed by how responsive she was. On the way back, the young proprietress took me to the bus stop and recommended a liquor store.Alone in a quiet, historic hot spring inn deep in the mountains, with Japanese sake, delicious food, and great service...you'll feel so relieved...I would also like to hear from you. Thank you for the indescribable impression!
とことこ
5/5
This is an almost perfect inn with a historic building that is a tangible cultural property, fresh hot springs, delicious food, warm service, and a low price.It goes without saying that the building and hot springs are great, but the special points were that the food was very delicious, made with plenty of local seasonal ingredients, and the scenery was spectacular. (The view may depend on the room)As for the food, I was impressed by the abundance of river fish (especially carp), which had no odor at all.By the way, when I walked from Aoki Bus Terminal to the hotel, it was very beautiful to see cherry blossoms and other flowers in full bloom. It depends on the season and weather, but if you don't have any problems with your legs or back, we recommend walking.postscript:When I went back in the summer, I was bitten by insects all over the place while I was sleeping.Earth no mat in your room? However, it may be a good idea to bring bug repellent with you and use it before going to bed.
soopshop
5/5
Gives the traditional feeling you want with a Ryokan. The family running it is super nice, they gave us so many gifts when we left. And they always tried their best to speak english with us. Super recommend this ryokan!
Room 5
Service 5
Location4
でっどぷーる
5/5
A place where you can travel back in time and forget about your everyday life for a moment.It was extremely relaxing.This historic wooden inn is a great place to stay. It's an escape from shitty days. (It's foolish to assume it's going to be a luxury hotel, so check out the website and get an idea of what it's like before making a reservation!)The hot springs are lukewarm. Eh, it's wet! That was my first impression, but even after taking a long bath, I didn't feel tired at all, and when I finally got out of the bath, I felt somehow warm and comfortable. It was a strange experience.The rice is plentiful and includes meat, fish, and vegetables, all made with fresh local ingredients. Especially the cooked meat was really delicious, so please try it.However, the amenities are not so good, so it is better to bring your own shampoo etc.
iPhone15
4/5
This is a historical and valuable wooden inn.It seems that maintaining a building while retaining its old charm is quite a challenge. It will be difficult, but please continue to do your best so that as many people as possible can stay at Masuya Ryokan.Also, everyone who served customers was polite and had a smile on their faces. thank you for helping me.If you would like to make improvements, please dispose of the old shampoo in the bathroom and clean the sink.
Ryota Horiguchi
5/5
Thanks to the kindness of the inn, we were able to stay at the historic Fujimura-no-ma. We were able to enjoy the hot springs flowing directly from the source for private use, allowing us to relax in luxury. The delicious food and courteous customer service also left a good impression, giving it a 5 star rating.
ヒデ
4/5
The food is delicious, but I personally think the portions are large and the overall flavor is strong.I used a computer, but it was difficult to get a power supply.I used an extension cord I had on hand, but it would have been better to have one that was longer than 2m.The bath was warm, which I personally liked.Overall it was good
Alexander Koch
5/5
I can only recommend this place. Lovely decorated traditional Ryokan with a top class service, onsen and rooms. Highlight is definitely the dinner & breakfast served by the hotel, ensure you book in advance as there’s limited space. I will definitely come back when in Nagano.
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Ko H
5/5
I stayed here on a solo trip for the first time in a year.Like last year, I visited Reisenji Temple and Rokukyoyu after taking a ladder bath.A wooden inn with an atmosphere designated as a cultural property.Stay warm with a kotatsu and a hot water bottle while feeling the slight breeze.The food is Japanese, but it's quite elaborate and the meal is fun.The outdoor bath is a bit cold during this season, but the indoor bath is perfectly lukewarm.The sulfur springs are drinkable and have a strong egg flavor.The view of Ueda from the third floor of the wooden building is very beautiful.Although it is possible to stay alone, there are many couples.Highly recommended.
圓谷
5/5
If you like hot springs, you can't miss this three-story wooden inn, which is one of the largest in Japan. I was surprised to learn that in the past there was an annex and it was even bigger than it is now.What is noteworthy is the main building built in the Meiji period, which is now a preserved building with no glass windows on the third floor and only shoji screens (in the past, there was also a second floor). In other words, it is a rare inn that preserves cultural properties as they were during the Meiji period.Compared to the past, the toilets and sinks have been renovated and are now easier to use.We also recommend visiting the nearby pagodas of Daihoji, Anrakuji, and Maeyamaji.
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papakoko
4/5
A valuable inn built in the Meiji era in Tazawa Onsen, near the famous Bessho Onsen in Nagano Prefecture, and designated as a ``National Registered Tangible Cultural Property.'' …
オカミツ（Mitsu）
5/5
When I went to Tazawa Onsen Yuyuuyu, which is my favorite hot spring in Nagano Prefecture, I thought it was a wonderful inn with a very historical feel and atmosphere, and I was able to take a photo of it, and I thought that I would like to stay there someday. Our New Year's dream came true, and we made a reservation for the eve of the year and the three of us stayed for one night.I paid more than I had ever paid for a hotel before, but I forgot about it because of the wonderful customer service, the nostalgic and emotional atmosphere inside the building, and the exquisite food that was perfect. …The chef's dedication to hospitality really shined through each and every dish.The water itself was delicious, the rice was delicious, and the soup and soup stock were outstanding.When I saw for the first time that my senior, who usually only drinks alcohol without touching anything at all, finished almost all of his food, I realized that I had definitely come to the right place.I don't know if it's the young and cute proprietress or Nakai-san, but she welcomed me with a big smile, gave me polite and cheerful guidance and explanations, and always made me feel comfortable, and the host was also kind and wonderful. I'm glad I stayed at the inn.The hot water came from the same source as Aryuyu, so there is no doubt that the hot water is good.Once you enter, the addictive temperature of the water is irresistible. It's perfect for people who like lukewarm water.The old building is a building from the Edo period, so it has been well maintained. Although it is quite expensive and is the complete opposite of a hotel with modern architecture and a good environment, inns like this must exist in the sense of valuing the knowledge of the past and the new.I want to go again. I recommend it to everyone.
呑んべえゴリラ
5/5
2023.10.25I used it with my family.The building is old but clean. Personally, I think it's more nostalgic than old. Old beams that show their age. Squeaky hallway. A poster on the wall. The best.The hot springs have a pleasant scent of sulfur, and the water is lukewarm, making it easy for children to bathe in. There is also a family bath. My 3 year old daughter seemed to like it so much that she went in twice. And above all, the hospitality here is wonderful. Your concern for children is incredible. Perhaps because there is a child in the room, the room is Fujimura-no-ma, which is close to the entrance. Moreover, you can eat in your room. This is normally an additional charge. They give me toys, and even though my one and a half year old son doesn't have a meal, he even gives me dessert. They fixed the bed so the child wouldn't fall...that's awesome! Plenty of food too. It would have been better to go without lunch. And since it's autumn, they even serve soba noodles and matsutake mushrooms. Matsutake chawanmushi is good because you can really taste the taste of matsutake mushrooms. It was the best. If there's one thing I'm concerned about, it's that the fish tends to be sweet when prepared, cut, and boned. However, even with that in mind, it is a wonderful inn. thank you. Please let me use you again.By the way, bringing in alcohol is prohibited.
まきこまきこ
5/5
It was a lovely historical inn.The day I visited there was a beautiful blue sky.The view from the bath was also very beautiful.It's an old facility, so there are places where the floor gets squeaky and fluffy when you walk on it.The journey to the bath is a little fun and exciting.The temperature of the hot spring felt a little lukewarm, but I was able to soak comfortably.The temperature of the source is 39.8℃,Apparently they heat it up on cold days, but there seems to be plenty of hot water.It seems that there is no circulation or water addition.I was especially excited to see the amount of hot water overflowing even before I entered the open-air bath.The landlady, please speak to me very politely.I was a little late for the day trip, but they kindly accepted me before I turned off the hot water.Due to work commitments, it is difficult for me to take more than two days off.I would definitely like to stay overnight next time.
たくや
5/5
It was a wonderful stay.It was between Fujimura. It was a nice building and room with a historical feel.Table tennis was also fun.The bath feels nice until it's lukewarm.The food was also delicious.Young landlady? The customer service was wonderful.
k. s
5/5
This is my 4th stay here.I stay in a different room each time, but each room has a good old atmosphere that makes me feel calm.The bath is a cold spring, which I think is very suitable for the hot season.The food is carefully prepared by the owner, who is knowledgeable about alcohol, so I always look forward to it.I would like to visit again.
晴天大聖
5/5
I had planned to stay in a room in the main building, but since there was space available, I was shown to a large two-room room in the new building. I am sorry to hear that it is called an executive room. Even though it's called a new building, I think the building itself was probably built around 1955 or 1955, but I was able to feel the era in a good way and enjoyed the atmosphere of the inn. However, the washroom, toilet, shower room, air conditioner, etc. have been renovated and are comfortable.The food was delicious, retaining the taste of old Shinshu while incorporating Western touches. The employees are friendly and the service is good, and the indoor hot springs have just the right amount of hot water. The open air is lukewarm, but the temperature is perfect for relaxing while lying down and looking at the sky and trees.
Baofeng Feng
5/5
I stayed three nights with my wife and two sons. Without request, the standard room I booked was upgraded to a whole executive floor for free. The three-story historical building is impressive and the view from the room is stunning. The package includes breakfast and dinner and both are delicious. I ate raw horse and deer meat (sashimi) for the first time. During the whole stay, the owner couple served us with smile all the time. It was an unforgettable experience for us! Will definitely come back if I have chance to visit Nagano again.
島田Poppy
4/5
It's a very historic and wonderful building.It's a delicious and elaborate dish.What I requested this time was a course where you could sample Japanese sake.Even for those of us who don't understand alcohol,He explained each brand in detail.``Akanesasu'' and ``Before Dawn'' left a very strong impression on me.The hot spring water is lukewarm and will gradually warm your body.It has become one of the inns I would like to visit again.
あゆけchan
4/5
I had a very relaxing time with the comforting customer service.The food was delicious, thank you very much.