"Excellent Ryokan. Breakfast and late night sake tasting included free. Very short walk to excellent local restaurants and train station. Very easy to access for tourists"
"The manager (owner?) and his wife were incredibly welcoming and pleasant. They take great pride in their hotel and it shows in every aspect of our stay. "
"Friendly staff, we arrived very late on the first night, they arranged snow mobile to pick us from the carpark and checked us in quickly. The outdoor private hot tub is just what you need after a day of skiing! "
"Location is good, opposite is the ski resort, which has good snow. Overall room was well maintained, public Onsen was nice too. However we came during early ski season, there is barely any restaurants opens. Hotel cafe food is a bit expensive, and not much choice (mainly western). If plan to stay may order half board instead, or tell hotel staff to reserve dinner before 10am"
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"The staff was friendly.
Upon arrival the guest gets a yukata and a key to 9 public thermal springs around the town, where he may bath freely. Note that they are extremely hot. The staff also offers a free ride to the Snow Monkey Park or Yudanaka Station in the morning."
"We had a fantastic stay at Shibu Hotel. The staff were so kind and welcoming. They made us feel so special throughout our stay. The Kaiseki dinner was such an experience. The room was very nice, clean and had nice decor. I would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Shibu Onsen. "
"This hotel is a beautiful ryokan and onsen. We stayed 2 nights and really enjoyed it. We ate breakfast and dinner at the ryokan and really enjoyed the food - meals are 7 courses and food quality is top notch. We would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in Yudanaka. They have a private onsen which we also booked so my husband and I could use the onsen together. "
"Absolutely unique experience. If you want a fancy western style hotel, don’t stay here. If you want to have a genuinely Japanese experience, in an absolutely stunning area with some of the best snow I have seen in my lifetime, then add Kumanoyo to your list. Personally, I loved this place. "
"The servuce was 1st class from the first moment till the end. This was a highlight to our monthlong trip. Such pride in proving excellent everything. The half board option is so worth it. What a missed opportunity if you don't. The owner is so nice and lovely. She will greet you and make you feel at home."
"Plenty of parking lot. Very nice female staff member who spoke some English and provided a Yukata for our 6 year old. Large, excellent room with amazing views. Value for money. Green tea provided. Had mostly private onsen experience ie hardly anyone around for both the outdoor and indoor onsen when we visited in early April 2025. Only few minutes drive from Snow monkey carpark. Of the 9 places we stayed in Japan, was our favourite."
You can take time to visit Shibu during your travels to Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Amble within the natural setting or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.
Kokugonji is located in a culturally rich area of Nakano that travellers like for its hot springs and skiing. You'll find 61 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Kokugonji?
Hotel Tsubakino is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this ryokan offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 4 mi (6.4 km) from Kokugonji. Other good choices within a few miles include Aburaya Tosen and Uotoshi Ryokan.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Kokugonji?
Expedia has 61 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Kokugonji.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kokugonji, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Kokugonji.
What can I see and do near Kokugonji?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Mayumi Takahashi Doll Museum and Japan Clay Dolls Museum. Sights like Shojuan and Heiwakannon highlight some of the local culture. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Kijimadairayamabikonooka Park and Joyama Park.
