Tsutaya Tokinoyado Kazari
Overview
Tsutaya Tokinoyado Kazari is a 20-room onsen ryokan in the Kaidakogen highland area of Kiso, Nagano Prefecture, offering an authentic Japanese experience in the heart of the historic Kiso Valley along the ancient Nakasendo trail.
Key facts
- Price
- Premium
- Our tier, on a scale from Budget to Luxury
Best time: Autumn: Spectacular autumn foliage throughout the Kiso Valley. Spring: Fresh green mountain scenery across the Kiso Valley.
Before you book
- Reserve the soba noodle making class at least 3 days in advance
- Book a room with private open-air bath for the premium experience (April-November only)
- Book directly or through Japanese platforms like Rakuten Travel for best options
Baths & dining
Onsen & baths
- Spring type
- Mineral hot spring (natural highland spring water)
- Water temperature
- 39-42°C
Private baths
- Private open-air bath in premium Japanese rooms (4 rooms)
- Private open-air bath in select Deluxe rooms
Indoor baths
- Gender-segregated communal indoor hot spring bath
Outdoor baths
- Gender-segregated communal outdoor open-air bath (rotenburo)
Dining
Main dining room (dinner and breakfast)
Bar
- Breakfast
- 7:30 - 9:00
- Dinner
- 18:00 - 20:00
Specialty dishes
- Handmade soba noodles from locally grown buckwheat
- Shinshu (Nagano) wagyu beef dishes
- Mountain vegetable (sansai) preparations from the Kiso highlands
- River fish such as iwana (char) and ayu (sweetfish)
Dietary: Allergies accommodated with advance notice; Vegetarian options available upon request; Western-style dinner alternatives available. At least 3 days before arrival (same deadline as soba-making reservation)
Photos
Rooms
| Room | Size | View |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | Approximately 55-65 sqm | Panoramic mountain and forest views |
| Western Room | Approximately 25-30 sqm | Garden or mountain views |
| Semi-Deluxe Room | Approximately 45-55 sqm | Mountain and garden views |
| Standard Japanese Room | Approximately 25-35 sqm (8-10 tatami) | Garden or mountain views |
| Japanese Room with Open-Air Bath | Approximately 40-50 sqm | Mountain and forest views from private bath terrace |
Worth knowing
- Indoor and outdoor communal hot spring baths
- Free bicycle use
- Soba noodle making class (reservation required)
- Free shuttle from Kiso-Fukushima Station
- Bar on-site
Getting there
- Nearest station
- Kiso-Fukushima Station (JR Chuo Main Line)
- From the station
- Approximately 20 km (12 miles) from Kiso-Fukushima Station; free shuttle available
- Parking
- Available
Questions
What types of room does Tsutaya Tokinoyado Kazari have?
Tsutaya Tokinoyado Kazari lists 5 room types: Deluxe Room, Western Room, Semi-Deluxe Room, Standard Japanese Room and Japanese Room with Open-Air Bath.
Does Tsutaya Tokinoyado Kazari have private onsen?
Yes. Private open-air bath in premium Japanese rooms (4 rooms). Private open-air bath in select Deluxe rooms.
Does Tsutaya Tokinoyado Kazari have public baths?
Yes, Tsutaya Tokinoyado Kazari has shared baths for guests.
How do I get to Tsutaya Tokinoyado Kazari?
The nearest station is Kiso-Fukushima Station (JR Chuo Main Line). Approximately 20 km (12 miles) from Kiso-Fukushima Station; free shuttle available.
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