Aburaya Tosen

4.0 star property
Riverside ryokan with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, towels
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi
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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Spa
Unwind at Aburaya Tosen, an upscale ryokan near Shibu, surrounded by natural beauty. Relax in the indoor mineral hot spring or rejuvenate with a facial and body treatment. Enjoy shopping on site, coffee at the cafe, free self parking and WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is S$331
14 Oct - 15 Oct

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Comfort Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite with Open Air Bath

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Deluxe Suite with Open Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons

Japanese Western Suite with Open Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

Bath

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Special room for in-room dining

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Special room for in-room dining

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
4 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
  • 4 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Beds

Comfort Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Located in Yamanouchi, Aburaya Tosen is near a train station and on a river. Shibu and Shiga Kogen Ski Area are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Jigokudani Monkey Park. Yudanaka Hot Spring and Ryuoo Ski Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing.
Map
2586-5 Sano, Yamanouchi, Nagano-ken, 381-0402

What's nearby

  • Shibu - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park - 15 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Mount Yokote - 16 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Yudanaka Station - 7 min walk
  • Iiyama Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪味処 みかさ - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪道の駅の食堂 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪HAKKO BEER STAND - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ティーサロン都 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪いさみ寿し - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Aburaya Tosen

Upscale ryokan near Shibu
Located close to Yudanaka Hot Spring and Jigokudani Monkey Park, Aburaya Tosen provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a terrace and shopping on-site. The on-site Japanese cuisine restaurant, 菜の花小路/個室食事処, serves dinner. In addition to a garden and an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up and hot springs on-site
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out and a lift
Room features
All guest rooms at Aburaya Tosen boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, baby baths and children's dinnerware
  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge) and extra futons (surcharge)
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Fridges, heating and phones

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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
  • 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
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Extra futon (surcharge)

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for JPY 3300 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 1650 for adults and from JPY 1100 for children
  • Futon bed fee: JPY 3300 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 3300 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
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

Is Aburaya Tosen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aburaya Tosen?

As of 1 Oct, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aburaya Tosen on 14 Oct, 2025 start from S$330.55, 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.

How much is parking at Aburaya Tosen?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aburaya Tosen?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aburaya Tosen?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Aburaya Tosen located?

Situated on a river, this ryokan is within a 15-minute walk of Shibu, Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Yudanaka Hot Spring. Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Jigokudani Monkey Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). Yudanaka Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Aburaya Tosen Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 200 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
料理、風呂に満足しました
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

YOKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ジュニアスイート良かった
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ミドリ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
夕食は個室でお寿司の実演あり 朝食は個室で玉子焼きとオムレツの実演があり 目の前で作って頂き一層美味しく、楽しい時間になりました。 家族でとても快適で素敵な思い出になりました。 ありがとうございました。 リピートしたいホテルです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
酒店的公共温泉非常舒适。日式标准房间住三个人刚好。自助早餐很不错。强烈推荐。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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

8/10 Good

TOMOKO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
全体的には良かったです
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

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

10/10 Excellent

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
带私汤的日式房间非常舒适,每晚有怀石料理。自助早餐选择也非常多。酒店的公共浴室人也不多,维护的很好。这家酒店可以给满分。
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
素敵な時間が過ごせました。 一泊じゃ時間が足りないくらいおもてなしとくつろぎの選択肢が豊富でとても楽しめました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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

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

8/10 Good

jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre japonaise correcte, belle vue, futon au sol de 3 pouces environ et salle de bain minuscule. Faut absolument reserver les soupers d’avance car nous etions la deux nuits et les deux soirs complets
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiroki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
温泉、サウナがとても良かった! 建物が綺麗
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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!!!

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

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

8/10 Good

Satoshi

Liked: Staff & service
近くに飲食店が少ない
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

?

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
宿は最高でした。 周辺はレストランが少ないので、夕食に困りました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
距離車站走路十分鐘。飯店也有交通車 住宿乾淨 餐點也很好吃
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023